midday
` Explain what we are doing ! ' he implored her , as she allowed him to press his old limbs for a moment on his stick , and take breath . She , too , leant against a tree panting . ` You said , Father , that Mr. Manisty was to leave you at midday . ' ` And you wish to see him ? ' he cried . ` I am determined to see him , ' she said in a low voice , biting her lip .