eight o'clock
I believe we shall have our happy day . '' Aneta went back to her room , where she dressed with her usual expedition and extreme neatness . When she had finished her toilet she ran downstairs . It was not yet eight o'clock ; but most of the girls were assembled in the large hall waiting for prayers , which always took place before breakfast . Mrs. Ward was seen passing to the library , where prayers were held . Aneta went up to her . `` Prayers first , of course , '' said Aneta , `` and afterwards may I talk to you ? ''