Werle.

Well, you can pass out this way.

Gråberg.

But there’s some one else——

Werle.

All right; come through, both of you. Don’t be afraid.

[Gråberg and Old Ekdal come out of the office.

Werle.

[Involuntarily.] Ugh!

[The laughter and talk among the Guests cease. Hialmar starts at the sight of his father, puts down his glass, and turns towards the fireplace.