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muttered Elizabeth , in the excitement of this Almaschar vision , relapsing into her old provincialisms . `` So , even if Miss Hilary axes me to come , I 'll stop , I reckon . Ay , I 'll stop wi ' Miss Leaf . '' This valorous determination taken , the poor maid servant 's dream was broken by the opening of the parlor door , and an outcry of Ascott 's for his coat and gloves , he having to fetch his aunts home at nine o'clock , Mr. Lyon accompanying him . And as they all stood together at the front door , Elizabeth overheard Mr. Lyon say something about what a beautiful night it was . `` It would do you no harm , Miss Hilary ; will you walk with us ? '' `` If you like . ''