about four o'clock
said Nan , as they went up to Patty 's room . `` No ; just some light , dressy things for evening , -- she 's rather formal , -- and some plain morning gowns . '' Nan helped Patty with her selection , and a small trunk was filled with what they considered an appropriate wardrobe for a companion . At about four o'clock Patty started , in the motor-car . Mrs. Van Reypen received her pleasantly , and as they sat chatting over a cup of tea , Patty felt more like an honoured guest than a subordinate . Then Mrs. Van Reypen dismissed her , saying : `` Go to your room now , my dear , and occupy yourself as you choose until dinner-time . Dinner is at seven .