About seven o'clock
`` I am able to do it , and prefer it , Bert . So say no more about it . '' In truth , this donation was a relief to Bert and his mother , for they were compelled to economize closely , and yet wanted to live well while Uncle Jacob was visiting them . About seven o'clock Bert drove round to the house in a handsome top buggy , drawn by a spirited black horse , the best in Houghton 's stable . `` I 'll let you have it , Bert , '' said Mr. Houghton , `` because I know you 're a careful driver . There are few persons I would trust with Prince . '' `` You may depend on me , Mr. Houghton . ''