eight o'clock
She disliked Druce . The thought of his being alone with Elsie chilled her . She came toward him swiftly but in silence . Her question : `` What did you say was going to happen at eight o'clock , Mr. Druce ? '' was a complete surprise . `` Eh -- why -- '' stammered Druce , off his guard . `` Why Patience , how late you are , '' interrupted Elsie to conceal Druce 's confusion .