six P.M.
`` Yes , I go by steamer -- by the Firefly , that leaves to-morrow for the port of -- , in my native State , and from there to Melrose , where I live . '' `` At what hour does the steamer leave ? '' inquired the young man thoughtfully . `` At six P.M. , uncle tells me . '' `` And you leave so soon -- six P.M. to-morrow ? '' he asked . `` Maybe I am selfish in monopolizing you so long , Miss Heartwell .