[Nodding thoughtfully.] Who knows if, after all, they may not be ringing in life and happiness for him, Gunhild.
Mrs. Borkman.
[With sudden animation, looking hard at her.] Life and happiness, you say!
Ella Rentheim.
For a little while at any rate.
Mrs. Borkman.
Could you endure to let him know life and happiness, with her?
Ella Rentheim.
[With warmth and feeling.] Indeed I could, with all my heart and soul!
Mrs. Borkman.