nine o'clock
The population had a depressed look . All classes were suffering much , with the exception of the shopkeepers , whose business was as brisk as ever -- save only those tradesmen who dealt in articles of female attire , for which there was no demand , whatever . The ladies of Versailles went as little as possible into the streets ; and when they did so , all dressed themselves in black , or other somber colors . By nine o'clock the shops were all closed ; and the Barclays returned to their wagon , with their purchases in their hands . `` It 's awfully cold , Ralph ! '' Percy said , as they rolled themselves in their blankets , and covered themselves over with straw . `` It is , Percy ; but it will be a deal colder , in the river . ''