nearly two o'clock
Helen must never know -- that was well understood . Yet the more Dickie thought the whole affair over , the more he recognised the fine romance of thus cherishing a silent and secret devotion . He was very young in this line as yet , it may be observed . Meanwhile it was nearly two o'clock . He would need to ride home sharply if he was to be in time for luncheon . And at luncheon he would meet her . And remembering that , his heart -- traitorous heart -- beat quick , and his lips -- traitorous lips -- began to repeat her name .