Rosmer.
My dear Kroll, I cannot see the matter in that light. I look upon it as my imperative duty to spread a little light and gladness here, where the Rosmer family has from generation to generation been a centre of darkness and oppression.
Kroll.
[Looks at him severely.] Yes, that would be a worthy life-work for the last of your race! No, Rosmer; let such things alone; you are the last man for such a task. You were born to be a quiet student.
Rosmer.
Perhaps so. But for once in a way I mean to bear my part in the battle of life.
Kroll.
And do you know what that battle of life will mean for you? It will mean a life-and-death struggle with all your friends.
Rosmer.
[Quietly.] They cannot all be such fanatics as you.