midnight
Beric asked when they had returned to his room , `` for Chiton can discharge those of librarian infinitely better than I can do . '' `` You will sit and read here , or pass the time as you like , until nine o'clock , at which hour Nero goes to the baths . At eleven he goes out to inspect the works or to take part in public ceremonies . At three he sups , and the meal lasts sometimes till seven or eight , sometimes until midnight . Your duties in the library will end when he goes to the baths , and after that you will be free , unless he summons you to attend him abroad , until supper is concluded . At night you will draw back the curtains between the passage and your room and that of your cubicule , so that you may hear his summons , or even his voice if loudly raised . You will lie down with your sword ready at hand .