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`` Of course , '' he said , reaching out his hand tentatively for his hat , `` I could go away even now . Your reputation for hospitality would remain under a cloud though , for tea was distinctly mentioned . '' `` Then you had better ring the bell , '' she declared , laughing . `` The walk has given me an appetite , and I do not feel like waiting till five o'clock . I wonder why on earth the curtains are drawn . It is quite light yet , and I want to have one more look at that angry red sun . Would you mind drawing them back ? ''