nine o'clock
Strike west over the desert until you come to the road and go in that way . We ca n't leave now to go with you , and some of these greasers might get gay again . I 'll see you this evening . '' It was after nine o'clock that night when the surveyor finally reached the Worth cottage . Somewhat awkwardly he entered and seated himself in the nearest chair , while Barbara , returning to her favorite rocker by the table , said : `` It 's time you came . I was so lonely I do n't believe I could have stood it another hour . Really you and Pat and Tex have neglected me shamefully .