I had not become actually dispirited, but a languid feeling of weariness oppressed me, and my limbs ached as though I had walked incessantly for many miles.

I went straight to my own room.

I consulted my watch; it was half-past one, the hour at which the hotel luncheon was usually served.

Mrs.Everard had evidently not returned from her drive.

I did not care to attend the table d'hote alone; besides, I had no inclination to eat.