seven o'clock
But I suppose it was a temptation to linger , or else there has been trouble with the motor . Unfortunately the chauffeur was left at Ragusa , as my friend is inclined to be a little vain of his driving . But I doubt his powers as an engineer , and have been somewhat anxious for the past half hour . '' `` It is after seven o'clock , '' I said . `` Yes . I was dining when I heard your motor . I would ask you on board to have something , but I see by your face that you have it in mind to run to the rescue ; and perhaps it would be kind as well as wise .