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 Lyngstrand.

Ah, I don't mean only because of that. She would not have him in any case.

Hilda.

How can you know that?

Lyngstrand.

Well, because there is some one else she has promised to keep in her thoughts.

Hilda.

Only to keep in her thoughts?

Lyngstrand.

Yes, while he is away.

Hilda.

Oh, then I suppose it's you she is to keep in her thoughts.

Lyngstrand.

Possibly.

Hilda.

Has she promised you that?

Lyngstrand.

Yes, only think—she has promised me that! But please, please don't tell her that you know about it.

Hilda.

Oh, don't be afraid: I am as silent as the grave.

Lyngstrand.

I think it is so tremendously kind of her.