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 Dr. Stockmann.

[Turning round in the doorway.] Oh, is that you, Peter! [Goes up to him and holds out his hand.] Now this is really capital.

Burgomaster.

Unfortunately, I have only a moment to spare

Dr. Stockmann.

Nonsense! We shall have some toddy in a minute. You're not forgetting the toddy, Katrina?

Mrs. Stockmann.

Of course not; the water's boiling.

[She goes into the dining-room.

Burgomaster.

Toddy too!

Dr. Stockmann.

Yes; sit down, and let's make ourselves comfortable.

Burgomaster.

Thanks; I never join in drinking parties.

Dr. Stockmann.

But this isn't a party.

Burgomaster.

I don't know what else[Looks towards the dining-room.] It's extraordinary how they can get through all that food.

Dr. Stockmann.

[Rubbing his hands.] Yes, doesn't it do one good to see young people eat? Always hungry! That's