About five o'clock
I inquired . `` Not for some hours , '' was the reply . Leaving word that I would call again towards evening , I retraced my steps , feeling much disappointed at my ill success , as I had felt quite sure of obtaining the money . About five o'clock I again presented myself at the door , and was again informed that the lady was not at home . `` I will walk in , and wait for her return , '' I replied . The servant appeared somewhat startled at this , but after a little delay ushered me into the parlour . Two little boys , of four and six years of age , were playing about the room .