ten o’clock
There I would encounter him one last time . He would see me , perhaps speak to me ! One gesture from him could obliterate me , a single word shackle me to his vessel ! Even so , ten o'clock was about to strike . It was time to leave my stateroom and rejoin my companions . I dared not hesitate , even if Captain Nemo stood before me . I opened the door cautiously , but as it swung on its hinges , it seemed to make a frightful noise .