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 to have cautioned him; for I had a misgiving as to what was in the wind.

Werle. Yes, that was the time to have spoken.

Gregers.

I did not dare to, I was so cowed and spiritless. I was mortally afraid of you—not only then, but long afterwards.

Werle. You have got over that fear now, it appears.

Gregers.

Yes, fortunately. The wrong done to old Ekdal, both by me and by—others, can never be undone; but Hialmar I can rescue from all the falsehood and deception that are bringing him to ruin.

Werle.

Do you think that will be doing him a kindness?

Gregers. I have not the least doubt of it.

Werle.

You think our worthy photographer is the sort of man to appreciate such friendly offices?

Gregers. Yes, I do.

Werle H'm—we shall see.