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 Dr. Herdal looks out, at the door.

Dr. Herdal.

Is he not coming soon?

Mrs. Solness.

Yes, I think so. I have sent for him at any rate.

Dr. Herdal.

[Advancing.] I am afraid you will have to go in, my dear lady

Mrs. Solness.

Oh no! Oh no! I shall stay out here and wait for Halvard.

Dr. Herdal.

But some ladies have just come to call on you

Mrs. Solness.

Good heavens, that too! And just at this moment!

Dr. Herdal.

They say they positively must see the ceremony.

Mrs. Solness.

Well, well, I suppose I must go to them after all. It is my duty.

Hilda. Can't you ask the ladies to go away?

Mrs. Solness.

No, that would never do. Now that they are here, it is my duty to see them. But do you stay out here in the meantime—and receive him when he comes.