I know that, Ida, and I feel anything but pleasure at the prospect of becoming member for this town; yet I cannot withdraw.
IDA (turning away).
Father is right. You have changed entirely since becoming editor of the paper.
OLDENDORF.
Ida! You too! If this is going to cause discord between us I shall indeed feel badly.
IDA.
Dear Edward! I am only grieving at losing you for so long.
OLDENDORF.
I am not yet elected. If I do become member and can have my way, I will take you to the capital and never let you leave my side again.