two o'clock
And turning , she fled from his side , and he was left to think over her story and ask himself for the hundredth time what it all meant , what his own sensations meant , and what would be the outcome of conditions so complicated . The possibly speedy appearance on the scene of Georgian 's so-called brother did not detract from his difficulty . He felt helpless without the support of Mr. Harper 's presence , and spent a very troubled forenoon listening to the mingled condolences and advice of people who had no interest in his concerns save such as sprang from curiosity and a morbid craving for excitement . At two o'clock occurred the event of which he had been forewarned . A carriage drove up to the hotel and from it stepped two travelers ; one of them a stranger , the other the man with the twisted jaw . Mr. Ransom advanced to meet the latter . He was anxious to listen to his first inquiries and , if possible , be the person to answer them .