[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.