[Softly clinging close to Hedda.] Oh, how happy I am, Hedda! For, only think, he says I have inspired him too.

Hedda.

[Looks at her with a smile.] Ah! Does he say that, dear?

Lövborg.

And then she is so brave, Mrs. Tesman!

Mrs. Elvsted.

Good heavens—am I brave?

Lövborg.

Exceedingly—where your comrade is concerned.

Hedda.