Lövborg.

[Looks at her.] My book and Thea’s; for that is what it is.

Mrs. Elvsted.

Yes, I feel that it is. And that is why I have a right to be with you when it appears! I will see with my own eyes how respect and honour pour in upon you afresh. And the happiness—the happiness—oh, I must share it with you!

Lövborg.

Thea—our book will never appear.

Hedda.

Ah!

Mrs. Elvsted.

Never appear!