three in the afternoon
The little clerk looked up . His glance inquired , `` Is that all ? '' `` Wait a minute . '' His master seemed to be reflecting ; then leaning back in his chair and gripping its arms while he stared out of the bow-window before him , he resumed his dictation -- `` I hope to be in Plymouth on Wednesday next , and that you will hold yourself ready for a call between two and three in the afternoon at your office . '' `` I beg your pardon , sir , '' the clerk interposed , `` but Mr. Samuel closes early on Wednesdays . `` I know it . Go on , please -- `` I have some matters to discuss alone with you , and they may take a considerable time .