about ten o’clock
The children thought she must find it quite grand . She felt strange , not able to realise the people , not knowing how to treat them . William joked , and was slightly uncomfortable . At about ten o'clock he said to her : `` Are n't you tired , Gyp ? '' `` Rather , Chubby , '' she answered , at once in the intimate tones and putting her head slightly on one side . `` I 'll light her the candle , mother , '' he said . `` Very well , '' replied the mother .