four o’clock in the morning
She was about to make some answer , but only sighed . I fastened the door of my room after me , lighted a candle , and threw myself on the bed ; but , on that occasion , slumber caused its presence to be awaited longer than usual . By the time I fell asleep the east was beginning to grow pale , but I was evidently predestined not to have my sleep out . At four o'clock in the morning two fists knocked at my window . I sprang up . `` What is the matter ? '' `` Get up -- dress yourself ! ''