about two o'clock
We must see after them immediately -- or stay ! Perhaps you could get them when you are coming back -- do n't you think that would do ? '' `` I am sure it would , and would save time which is precious , '' agreed Mabel , and so it was settled . Their preparations being completed about two o'clock , they repaired to their respective homes , locking the door upon their possessions with a delightful sense of proprietorship and satisfaction , after a solemn mutual reminder concerning the necessity of being back sharp at four , as the festivity was arranged to take place at five prompt . Minnie found her father and four brothers in the parlour when she came in , flushed and breathless with her run home . `` Hallo , Min ! '' Exclaimed Charlie , the eldest of her brothers , a young man of about twenty-two .