about eleven o'clock
Their conference was ended by the call to supper , and in the hallway the baron attempted as hearty a greeting with the ladies as he had with the squire . Though taken by surprise , a distant curtsey was all he gained from them , and do his best , he could get little of their conversation during the meal . On rising , Philemon , who had been a guest at table , drew the squire to one side . `` The legion is ordered on a foray to destroy the military stores at Albemarle Court-house , and in this hot weather we try to do our riding at night , to spare our cattle , so we shall start away about eleven o'clock . His Lordship tells me that the army will begin to fall down to the coast in a day or two , so it may be a some time before I see you again . Have you money ? '' `` A bare trifle , but I 'll not further rob ye , lad , till I get to the end of my purse .