four in the afternoon
`` What might that be ? '' asked Nick , eagerly , for he was taking note of everything that occurred , and casting envious glances toward the fine trophy on the box . `` Of course , '' the other went on , `` I hope the reliable old _ Comfort _ wo n't break down once on the trip ; and I give you my word I do n't believe she will . But if that _ has _ got to happen , I 'm wishing it will be just around four in the afternoon . See the point , fellows ? '' `` Sure , '' replied Jimmie , with a grin . `` That gives ye the hull night to be makin ' repairs , and without losin ' a blissed minute of time .