about midday
With a profound sigh , that seemed to come from the very depths of his soul , Ishmael turned away . Passing near the Countess of Hurstmonceux , he bent his head and murmured : `` Lady Vincent seems very weary . '' The countess took the hint and rang for the bedroom candles , and when they were brought , the party bade each other goodnight , separated , and retired . Early the next morning they set out for Edinboro ' , where they arrived about midday . The Countess of Hurstmonceux 's servants , who had received telegraphic orders from her ladyship , were waiting at the station with carriages . The whole party entered these and drove to Cameron Court , where they arrived in time for an early dinner . After this , Ishmael and Judge Merlin were closeted in the library , and engaged upon the preliminary measures for a final arrangement with the Earl of Hurstmonceux 's solicitors .