half after eight
`` Saddle a horse at once , go down to the mission , and borrow some from Father Dominic . If he has none , ride over to the Gonzales rancho and get it . Bacon , also , if they have it . Tell Carolina I will have breakfast for five at half after eight . '' `` But this Japanese cook of _ Señor _ Parker 's , Don Miguel ? '' `` I am not in a mood to be troubled by trifles tonight , Pablo . '' `` I understand , Don Miguel .