about four o'clock
If Dr Ponsford were to question him on the subject of the chariot race , he felt that he would be seriously compromised at the outset of his career . He knew at least the nickname of one of the delinquents ; and had actually , by standing and watching the contest without protest , been an accessory to the offence . He busied himself forthwith in his unpacking , and studiously avoided the window until daylight departed , and the court below became silent and deserted . Just about four o'clock another knock sounded at his door , and Arthur Herapath presented himself , leading by the arm the tawny-haired hero of the chariot race . `` What cheer , Marky ? '' cried the brother-in-law to be . `` Here we are .