nine o'clock
There is no other way at all . Since we must part , the parting had best be short and sharp . Believe me , it is no pleasant matter for me either . I have ordered your brother to have his carriage at the postern at nine o'clock , for I thought that perhaps you would wish to retire after nightfall . '' `` To hide my shame from a laughing court ! It was thoughtful of you , sire . And yet , perhaps , this too was a duty , since we hear so much of duties nowadays , for who was it but you -- '' `` I know , madame , I know .