noon
Both had lost interest in the paintings . He was watching her and saw that she was much disturbed , yet he could not decide whether that disturbance was likely to be favorable to his suit or not . Presently he drew out his watch . `` It is past noon , Miss Keith , '' he said ; `` suppose we take a gondola and cross the pond to the Japanese Tea House , where we can get a lunch . '' `` I am willing if you wish it , '' returned Annis in low , steady tones , but without giving him so much as a glimpse of her face . He caught sight of it , however , as they entered the boat ; then their eyes met , and he was satisfied that she was not altogether indifferent to his suit . But he did not think it wise to renew it at that moment .