noon
They were invited to go with the party to Pekin in the Blanchita , and accepted . The arrangements were completed for the trip . They went on board of the Guardian-Mother , and were treated with the most distinguished consideration , shown over the ship , and invited to lunch . When the launch came off with the party at noon , all the ladies and gentlemen were presented to them by the commander . The pacha , the rajah , and the princess were clothed in their elegant robes ; and they evidently made a profound impression . The plan for the journey to the capital was announced to the passengers , and they could not help being delighted with it . Mr. Sage had been directed to spread himself on the lunch , and he did so .