one o'clock
In fact , now that you mention it , my own sensations incline me to sympathize with Marchmont . I breakfasted rather early . '' `` Then come , '' said Thorndyke . `` The assignation is for one o'clock , and , if we walk slowly , we shall just hit it off . '' We sauntered up Inner Temple Lane , and , crossing Fleet Street , headed sedately for the tavern . As we entered the quaint old-world dining-room , Thorndyke looked round and a gentleman , who was seated with a companion at a table in one of the little boxes or compartments , rose and saluted us . `` Let me introduce you to my friend Mr. Stephen Blackmore , '' he said as we approached .