You mean the Ekdals, I suppose.
Gregers.
Yes, I mean the Ekdals. Lieutenant Ekdal was once so closely associated with you.
Werle.
Much too closely; I have felt that to my cost for many a year. It is thanks to him that I—yes I—have had a kind of slur cast upon my reputation.
Gregers.
[Softly.] Are you sure that he alone was to blame?
Werle.
Who else do you suppose——?
Gregers.