Tesman.

Have you just come to town? Eh?

Mrs. Elvsted.

I arrived yesterday, about midday. Oh, I was quite in despair when I heard that you were not at home.

Hedda.

In despair! How so?

Tesman.

Why, my dear Mrs. Rysing—I mean Mrs. Elvsted——

Hedda.

I hope that you are not in any trouble?