eight in the morning
`` I understand , '' said the night watchman , nodding . `` That 's all , then , and thank you . '' Jack Benson hastily rejoined the others on the sidewalk . `` I do n't believe , Mr. Truax , it will be worth your while to come here earlier than eight in the morning . Better go to the hotel and tie up to a good sleep . Good night . '' `` Say , why did you take such a dislike to the fellow ? ''