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 untimely hour—taking her unawares before she has had time to-

Rebecca. [Surprised.] What do you mean? Do you see any harm in my wearing a morning gown about the house?

Kroll. Heaven forbid! I know nothing of what may now be customary at Rosmersholm.

Rosmer. Why, Kroll—you are not yourself to-day!

Rebecca. Allow me to wish you good morning, Rector Kroll. [She goes out to the left.

Kroll. By your leave   [Sits on the sofa.

Rosmer. Yes, Kroll, sit down, and let us talk things out amicably. [He seats himself in a chair directly opposite to the Rector.

Kroll. I haven't closed an eye since yesterday. I have been lying thinking and thinking all night.

Rosmer. And what do you say to things to-day?

Kroll. It will be a long story, Rosmer. Let me begin