She changed the subject.

We talked on what had happened in Surrey, and commenced a discussion on my wardrobe, when we were summoned to tea.

Temperance brought Arthur to the table half asleep, but he roused when she drummed on his plate with a spoon.

Hepsey was stationed by the bannock, knife in hand, to serve it.

As we began our meal, Veronica came in from the kitchen, with a plate of toasted crackers.