A quarter to four
And here 's you basking before an open window -- and on such a perfectly damned morning -- have you ill again ! '' and , shivering in his turn , he proceeded to close the lattice and light the candles . `` Pray what o'clock is it , Anthony ? '' `` A quarter to four . I have ordered a chaise to be ready in half an hour ; seems this ` Anchor ' Inn is some eight miles away -- and better be a little early than late . '' After a somewhat hasty toilet , during which Anthony contrived to cut himself , we descended to find a goodly breakfast and a cheerful fire ; but scarcely were we at table than Anthony tugged at the bell rope . `` Good morrow to thee , Thomas ! ''