six o'clock in the morning
`` I 'm in earnest . I mean every word I say . I solemnly promise you that I will be a pattern of propriety ; but I do n't like the Tunbrook Military Institute . I do n't like the idea of being tied down to Colonel Brockridge 's little finger ; of being drummed and fifed here and there ; and of reciting a Latin lesson at six o'clock in the morning , after an hour 's drill on the parade ground . Berty , to tell you the truth , I do n't believe I shall be able to keep my good resolutions , if I am to be tied to a bell rope , or have to move by the tap of a drum . '' `` I hope you will . '' `` If I could stay at home , and have my pony and my boat , I should do first rate . ''