You must not think anymore about the hard things I said in my first moment of consternation, when I thought everything was going to overwhelm me. I have forgiven you, Nora; I swear to you I have forgiven you.
Nora. Thank you for your forgiveness. [She goes out through the door to the right.]
Helmer. No, don't go--. [Looks in.] What are you doing in there?
Nora [from within]. Taking off my fancy dress.
Helmer [standing at the open door]. Yes, do. Try and calm yourself, and make your mind easy again, my frightened little singing-bird. Be at rest, and feel secure