KROGSTAD.
Just arrived in town?
NORA.
Yes, today.
KROGSTAD.
She is a great friend of yours, isn't she?
NORA.
She is. But I don't see —
KROGSTAD.
I knew her too, once upon a time.
NORA.
I am aware of that.
KROGSTAD.
Are you? So you know all about it; I thought as much. Then I can ask you, without beating about the bush — is Mrs. Linde to have an appointment in the Bank?
NORA.
What right have you to question me, Mr. Krogstad? — You, one of my husband's subordinates! But since you ask, you shall know. Yes, Mrs. Linde is to have an appointment. And it was I who pleaded her cause, Mr. Krogstad, let me tell you that.
KROGSTAD.
I was right in what I thought, then.
NORA.
(walking up and down the stage). Sometimes one has a tiny little bit of influence, I should hope. Because one is a woman, it does not necessarily follow that — . When anyone is in a subordinate position, Mr. Krogstad, they should really be careful to avoid offending anyone who — who —
KROGSTAD.
Who has influence?
NORA.
Exactly.
