nearly
two o'clock
`` I am much obliged , your Majesty . '' The inspector came forward , drew out a card , and respectfully presenting it , retired again . `` Then , for the present , that is all , '' said the King . `` It is now nearly two o'clock . You can , I believe , let yourself out ? '' And in the light of a gentle , half-quizzical smile from the royal countenance , the inspector withdrew . `` What an amazing thing ! ''