the
midday sun
`` Ah ! then , '' he said , `` the last of the poor , little , subjective supports and consolations seemed in danger of going overboard and joining their fellows in the uneasy deeps of the sea . -- But the history of that will keep till a more convenient season , Cousin Helen . You have stood in the midday sun , and I have talked about myself , quite long enough . However , it was only fair to acquaint you with the limited resources in the way of society and amusement offered by your present dwelling . There are horses and carriages of course . Give what orders you please .