seven o’clock
I say , she is in all probability waiting her messenger 's return , in or near your grounds at this moment . I say , she will try to force her way in here , before four-and-twenty hours more are over your head . Egad , sir ! '' cried Mr. Pedgift , looking at his watch , `` it 's only seven o'clock now . She 's bold enough and clever enough to catch you unawares this very evening . Permit me to ring for the servant -- permit me to request that you will give him orders immediately to say you are not at home . You need n't hesitate , Mr. Armadale !