Ella Rentheim.

He wants to come to an understanding with you, Gunhild.

Mrs. Borkman.

He has never tried that before.

Ella Rentheim.

He is going to, this evening.

Mrs. Borkman.

The last time we stood face to face—it was in the Court, when I was summoned to give an account——

Borkman.

[Approaching.] And this evening it is I who will give an account of myself.