five o'clock
`` May I ask if it is your custom to keep clients dancin ' on the mat and all that -- on the blasted mat , sir ? '' Harley suppressed a smile , and I hastily reached for my cigarette-case which I had placed upon the mantelshelf . `` I am always naturally pleased to see clients , Major Ragstaff , '' said Harley , `` but a certain amount of routine is necessary even in civilian life . You had not advised me of your visit , and it is contrary to my custom to discuss business after five o'clock . '' As Harley spoke the Major glared at him continuously , and then : `` I 've seen you in India ! '' he roared ; `` damme ! I 've seen you in India !