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?