ten minutes past twelve
He was occupied with the silver in his pantry , having remained up in case Sir Terence , who was working late in his study , should require anything before going to bed . Sir Terence called him , and -- `` At what time did Sir Terence call you ? '' asked the major . `` It was ten minutes past twelve , sir , by the clock in my pantry . '' `` You are sure that the clock was right ? '' `` Quite sure , sir ; I had put it right that same evening . '' `` Very well , then .