three in the afternoon
At its close , however , as Mostyn stood gloved and hatted , and the carriage waited for him , he said a few words to Judge Rawdon which changed the mental and social atmosphere . `` I wish to have a little talk with you , sir , on a business matter of some importance . At what hour can I see you to-morrow ? '' `` I am engaged all day until three in the afternoon , Fred . Suppose I call on you about four or half-past ? '' `` Very well , sir . '' But both Ethel and Ruth wondered if it was `` very well . ''