nine o'clock
I was conscious that my words were in a way dishonorable , as they might mislead Clara ; but all I cared for was the impression they would make upon Aniela . Unfortunately , I could not see her face , as she was buttoning her gloves , with her head bent so low that her hat concealed it from me . This sudden movement seemed to me a good sign . The elder ladies were awaiting us with the dinner , which lasted until nine o'clock ; and then Clara improvised her _ Frühlingslied _ . I am almost certain that since Ploszow existed there had never been heard such music within its walls , but I paid very little attention to it . I sat near her in the dusk , as she did not want the lamps lit . Sniatynski waved his arm as if it were a baton ; which evidently annoyed his wife , as she pulled his sleeve several times .