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[Who has remained near the door.] You are surprised to see me, Gunhild.

[''Standing erect and immovable between the sofa and the table, resting her finger-tips upon the cloth.''] Have you not made a mistake? The bailiff lives in the side wing, you know.

It is not the bailiff I want to see to-day.

Is it me you want, then?

Yes. I have a few words to say to you.

[''Coming forward into the middle of the room.''] Well—then sit down.

Thank you. I can quite well stand for the present.

Just as you please. But at least loosen your cloak.

[Unbuttoning her cloak.] Yes, it is very warm here.