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 Oswald.

then it flashed upon me that in her lay my salvation; for I saw that she was full of the joy of life.

Mrs. Alving.

[Starts.] The joy of life? Can there be salvation in that?

Regina.

[From the dining-room, with a bottle of champagne.] I'm sorry to have been so long, but I had to go to the cellar. [Places the bottle on the table.

Oswald.

And now bring another glass.

Regina.

[Looks at him in surprise.] There is Mrs. Alving's glass, Mr. Alving.

Oswald.

Yes, but bring one for yourself, Regina. [Regina starts and gives a lightning-like side glance at Mrs. Alving.] Why do you wait?

Regina.

[Softly and hesitatingly.] Is it Mrs. Alving's wish?

Mrs. Alving.

Bring the glass, Regina.

[Regina goes out into the dining-room.

Oswald.

[Follows her with his eyes.] Have you noticed how she walks?—so firmly and lightly!