It was to be called the kingdom of Orangia,* you said.

*In the original "Appelsinia," "appelsin" meaning "orange."

Well, that was an appetising name.

No, I didn't like it a bit; for it seemed as though you wanted to make game of me.

I am sure that cannot have been my intention.

No, I should hope not—considering what you did next—

What in the world did I do next?

Well, that's the finishing touch, if you have forgotten that too. I should have thought no one could help remembering such a thing as that.

Yes, yes, just give me a hint, and then perhaps—— Well?

[Looks fixedly at him.] You came and kissed me, Mr. Solness.