LUNDESTAD.
Yes, we must keep our eyes open, Mr. Stensgard. I see your ambition is already on the alert. That’s well. The rest will come of itself. -- In the meantime, thanks! I shall never forget your readiness to take the burden of office from my shoulders.
[The whole party gradually enters from the garden. Two maid-servants bring in candles and hand round refreshments during the following scene. ]