Yes, fortunately he’s young. He would need to be young.

Erhart.

[Concealing his impatience.] Well, well, well, mother, it’s quite clear I can’t go to the Hinkels’ this evening. Of course I shall remain here with you and Aunt Ella.

Mrs. Borkman.

I knew you would, my dear Erhart.

Ella Rentheim.

No, Erhart, you must not stop at home on my account——

Erhart.

Yes, indeed, my dear Aunt; I can’t think of going. [Looking doubtfully at Mrs. Wilton.] But how shall we manage? Can I get out of it? You have said “Yes” for me, haven’t you?

Mrs. Wilton.