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It was dreadful weather yesterday , Salvé ; so I was a little anxious , '' she continued , as she helped him off with his wet oilskin coverings . `` I have done well , Elizabeth , '' he said , looking pleased . `` On the galliot ? '' `` Yes , and I had a little matter to arrange in Arendal , which kept me there till after midday . '' `` You saw Gjert , then ? '' `` I did . '' He looked a little impatiently towards the door .