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 Hilda.

[Slowly.] My castle shall stand on a height—on a very great height—with a clear outlook on all sides, so that I can see far—far around.

Solness.

And no doubt it is to have a high tower!

Hilda.

A tremendously high tower. And at the very top of the tower there shall be a balcony. And I will stand out upon it

Solness.

[Involuntarily clutches at his forehead.] How can you like to stand at such a dizzy height?

Hilda.

Yes, I will! Right up there will I stand and look down on the other people—on those that are building churches, and homes for mother and father and the troop of children. And you may come up and look on at it, too.

Solness.

[In a low tone.] Is the builder to be allowed to come up beside the princess?

Hilda.

If the builder will.

Solness.

[More softly.] Then I think the builder will come.