He put on his hat and coat.

Lilly was seated rather stiffly writing.
"Well," said Aaron.

"I suppose we shall meet again." "Oh, sure to," said Lilly, rising from his chair.

"We are sure to run across one another." "When are you going ?" asked Aaron.
"In a few days' time." "Oh, well, I'll run in and see you before you go, shall I ?" "Yes, do." Lilly escorted his guest to the top of the stairs, shook hands, and then returned into his own room, closing the door on himself.
Aaron did not find his friend at home when he called.

He took it rather as a slap in the face.