half past eight
Then he leaned his weight against the door and slid down gently to the floor . CREATED HE THEM She met him at the door . `` I did not think you would be so early . '' `` It is half past eight . '' He looked at his watch . `` The train leaves at 9.12 . '' He was very businesslike , until he saw her lips tremble as she abruptly turned and led the way .