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whispered Sparks , as he and his ill-looking friend slunk away . `` I say , '' observed the Bloater , poking Little Jim in the ribs , and looking down at him with one eye shut , `` you and I shall form an engagement for Friday night -- sha n't we . '' Little Jim opened his eyes very wide , pressed his mouth very tight , and nodded his head violently . `` Well then , '' continued the Bloater , repeating Sparks 's words in a deep stage whisper , `` West-End ; Friday , at 12 p.m. Number 5 , close to the fire-station . You wo n't forget ? '' Little Jim again nodded his head , and uttered a little shriek of delight . This attracted the notice of a policeman , who hinted , as delicately as possible , that the boys had better `` move on . ''