a quarter before eight
` It is an honour to be in any way associated with him , ' the lawyer muttered , as he wrote the name with a flourish . ` His lordship 's man of business , I believe . And now you may have your mind at ease , sir , ' he continued . ` I will put this into form before I sleep , and will wait on you for your signature -- shall I say at -- ' ` At a quarter before eight , ' said Soane . ` You will be private ? ' ` Of course , sir . It is my business to be private .