Krogstad: if it were as you say, why did you write to me as you did at the time? mrs. linde: i could do nothing else. as i had to break with you, it was my duty also to put an end to all that you felt for me. krogstad [wringing his hands]. so that was it. and all this—only for the sake of money! mrs. linde: you must not forget that i had a mother and two little brothers. we couldn't wait for you, nils; your prospects seemed hopeless then. which theme is best developed through the events described in this passage? ending a relationship will those involved move forward. true love always prevails regardless of the circumstances. pleasing one’s family will eventually lead to pleasing oneself. monetary concerns can sometimes outweigh personal desires.