eight minutes to twelve o'clock
This block-up can not last much longer , and your luggage is very heavy for you to carry , sir . '' Just then the cart in front of us began to move on , and then we had a good turn . In and out , in and out we went , as fast as horseflesh could do it , and for a wonder had a good clear time on London Bridge , for there was a whole train of cabs and carriages all going our way at a quick trot , perhaps wanting to catch that very train . At any rate , we whirled into the station with many more , just as the great clock pointed to eight minutes to twelve o'clock . `` Thank God ! we are in time , '' said the young man , `` and thank you , too , my friend , and your good horse . You have saved me more than money can ever pay for .