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 Gregers.

No no; I can understand that very well.

Gina.

But what's he doing then?

Relling.

He's lying on the sofa, snoring.

Gina

Oh is he? Yes, Ekdal's a rare one to snore.

Hedvig.

Asleep? Can he sleep?

Relling.

Well, it certainly looks like it.

Gregers.

No wonder, after the spiritual conflict that has rent him

Gina.

And then he's never been used to gadding about out of doors at night.

Hedvig.

Perhaps it's a good thing that he's getting some sleep, mother.

Gina.

Of course it is; and we must take care we don't wake him up too early. Thank you, Relling. I must get the house cleaned up a bit now, and thenCome and help me, Hedvig.

[Gina and Hedvig go into the sitting-room

Gregers.

[Turning to Relling.] What is your explana