Kaia.
But could I not stay with you, even if Ragnar——?
Solness.
[Repudiating the idea.] No, no, that is quite impossible. If Ragnar leaves me and starts work on his own account, then of course he will need you himself.
Kaia.
[Wringing her hands.] Oh, I feel as if I could not be separated from you! It’s quite, quite impossible!
Solness.
Then be sure you get those foolish notions out of Ragnar’s head. Marry him as much as you please—[Alters his tone.] I mean—don’t let him throw up his good situation with me. For then I can keep you too, my dear Kaia.
Kaia.
Oh yes, how lovely that would be, if it could only be managed!