five o'clock
One thing was certain , that if those who lodged and boarded with her were very polite , and , on their return from any other place , brought her small presents , she was very indifferent as to their paying their bill ; nay , to those who were her favourites , her purse was open , and a handful of doubloons was freely tendered , if required . The living was the same as at a boarding-house . Breakfast was ready in the large hall by nine o'clock , and remained there until every one had come down at their own hour . Dinner was always ready at five o'clock , and then Crissobella presided at the table . She admitted civilians , army officers , and navy , down to midshipmen ; but warrant officers and captains of merchant vessels were considered too low . On the whole , it was a very pleasant establishment , as the private rooms were well furnished , the slaves numerous , and the attendance very good . Considering the price of most eatables on that island , it could not be considered as very dear , although the wines , etcetera , made up a formidable bill at the end of the month .