eleven o’clock
Dora and her brother exchanged a glance . It was a long time since Jasper had spoken to his sisters about the Reardons ; nowadays he seldom heard either of husband or wife . The conversation that went on was so agreeable to Whelpdale , that he lost consciousness of time . It was past eleven o'clock when Jasper felt obliged to remind him . ` Dora , I think I must be taking you home . ' The visitor at once made ready for departure , and his leave-taking was as respectful as his entrance had been . Though he might not say what he thought , there was very legible upon his countenance a hope that he would again be privileged to meet Miss Dora Milvain .