Aha, let us see. [Opens the envelope and reads.] “The MS. sent me is returned herewith——” [Reads on, mumbling to himself.] H'm—
Mrs. Stockmann.
Well, what does he say?
Dr. Stockmann.
[Putting the paper in his pocket.] Nothing; only that he’ll come up himself about midday.
Mrs. Stockmann.
Then be sure you remember to stay at home.
Dr. Stockmann.
Oh, I can easily manage that; I've finished my morning’s visits.
Mrs. Stockmann.