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 Solness.

A robust conscience.

[Hilda sits erect on the bench, with animation. Her eyes have once more the sparkling expression of gladness.

Hilda.

[Nods to him.] I know what you are going to build next!

Solness.

Then you know more than I do, Hilda.

Hilda.

Yes, builders are such stupid people.

Solness.

What is it to be then?

Hilda.

[Nods again.] The castle.

Solness.

What castle?

Hilda.

My castle, of course.

Solness.

Do you want a castle now?

Hilda.

Don't you owe me a kingdom, I should like to know?

Solness.

You say I do.