midday
Though they did n't come right out and say so , they seemed to imply that he was seeking publicity . Annoyedly , Kendrick tried to refute their charges . But even as he was summoning words , refutation utter and complete came from the air . A low , humming vibration sounded , grew in volume till it filled the room -- and as suddenly ceased : The light of midday faded to twilight . '' _ The disc ! _ '' gasped Kendrick , rushing to the west windows . They followed , tense with awe .