a quarter past twelve
The landlord , who had cast an inquisitive glance around the room , perceived some gold on the chimney piece . `` It is your receipt , '' he said hastily , `` which I had the honor of sending you once already . '' `` My faithful memory recalls the circumstance , '' replied the artist . `` It was on Friday , the eighth of the month , at a quarter past twelve . '' `` It is signed , you see , in due form , '' said the landlord , `` and if it is agreeable to you -- '' `` I was intending to call upon you , '' interrupted Marcel . `` I have a great deal to talk to you about . '' `` At your service . ''