four o'clock
He told her a good many anecdotes of his prowess in the past , until tea-time . Madame Frabelle depended greatly on tea ; anything else she could do without . But a cup of tea in the afternoon was necessary to her well-being , and her animation . She became rather drowsy and absent by four o'clock . Bruce again suggested their landing and leaving the _ Belle of the River _ , as they had not thought of bringing a tea-basket . After tea , which was a great success , they became very cheery and jolly . They went for a walk and then back to their boat .