two o'clock
Joseph looked about him for an instant as if he had forgotten something , then departed with what seemed unnecessary haste . Jane and Mrs. Byass had a long talk before dinner-time . Mystery was at an end between them now ; they talked much of the past , more of the future . At two o'clock Jane received a visit from Miss Lant . This lady was already apprised by her friend Mr. Percival of all that had come to pass ; she was prepared to exercise much discretion , but Jane soon showed her that this was needless . The subject of pressing importance to the latter was Pennyloaf 's disastrous circumstances ; unable to do all she wished , Jane was much relieved when her charitable friend proposed to set off to Merlin Place forthwith and ascertain how help could most effectually be given . Yes ; it was good to be constrained to think of another 's sorrows .