Hedvig. Yes, there’s Mr. Molvik; but he not always quite—exactly—as——
Gregers. He drinks then?
Hedvig. Yes, indeed.
Gregers. Well, then you’ve plenty of time to do anything. And in there—I suppose that’s a world of itself.
Hedvig. Quite of itself. And then there are so many wonderful things there.
Gregers. Really?
Hedvig. Yes, there are great cupboards full of books, and in some of the books there are pictures.
Gregers. Aha!
Hedvig. And then there’s an old bureau, with drawers and flaps, and a big clock with figures that can come out. But the clock doesn’t go now.
Gregers. So time has stood still—in there with the wild duck.