noon
He was so anxious to have them see all there was to be seen that , when Julia returned , properly cloaked and befurred , and stood waiting at the window , he scolded a little . `` What on earth is that boy doing ? '' he exclaimed , with a latent snarl in his tone which was novel to her ear . `` He 'll keep you here till noon ! '' `` He 's shaving , I think . He wo n't be long , '' she replied , with great gentleness . After a moment 's pause , she turned from the window and came gayly forward .