ten o'clock
I have always wanted a good watch . I have been using father 's old one , but that is about worn out , and ca n't be made to run with much regularity . '' The Carringtons remained at the Nelson cottage much longer than they originally intended . It was ten o'clock when Ralph lit the way to where their carriage was standing , in charge of a colored coachman . During the visit the rich folks asked Mrs. Nelson and Ralph much about themselves . Julia Carrington proved herself a very nice young lady , and when she went away Ralph and his new acquaintances were warm friends . `` They are not stuck up a bit , mother , '' said the young bridge tender , as he returned to the cottage after seeing them off .