Well, you see, Morten——

Mrs. Stockmann.

Now run away, boys; I'm sure you have lessons to prepare for to-morrow.

Eilif.

You might let me stay just a little longer——

Mrs. Stockmann.

No, you must go too. Be off, both of you.

[The boys say good-night and go into the room on the left.

Hovstad.

Do you really think it can hurt the boys to hear these things?