nearly ten o'clock in the evening
Do n't distress yourself , Mrs. Lashmar ; I know a lady who is let in worse than you -- considerably worse . '' The newly-married couple made their way to West Hampstead . The servant who had been left in charge of the house did not conceal her surprise as she admitted them . It was nearly ten o'clock in the evening . `` I suppose we must have something to eat , '' said Dyce , sullenly . `` You must be very hungry , '' Iris answered , regarding him like a frightened but affectionate dog that eyes its master . `` Jane shall get something at once . ''