Indeed?

Hedda.

Otherwise people might be apt to suspect that—in your heart of hearts—you did not feel quite secure—quite confident in yourself.

Mrs. Elvsted.

[Softly.] Oh please, Hedda——

Lövborg.

People may suspect what they like—for the present.

Mrs. Elvsted.

[Joyfully.] Yes, let them!

Hedda.