three o'clock
About the loan you were so kind as to make me , I can only say that I am going to turn over a new leaf , and to work very hard at something or other . If I have any luck you shall be paid . '' The legless man dismissed the matter of the loan with a backward toss of his head . `` If you 've nothing definite in view , '' said he , `` please come at three o'clock , I have interests in the West -- legitimate interests , and influence . Perhaps I can put you in a way to clear up your debts . '' `` Well , by George , '' said Wilmot , his good nature returning , `` if that 's the idea , I 'll turn up at three sharp . Sure thing . ''