[He begins to play again; almost immediately after, a knocking is heard at the entrance door.

Gina.

[Rising.] Hush, Ekdal,—I think there’s some one at the door.

Hialmar.

[Laying the flute on the bookcase.] There! Again!

[Gina goes and opens the door.

Gregers Werle.

[In the passage.] Excuse me——

Gina.

[Starting back slightly.] Oh!