a quarter to one
The horrible scene with Owen flitted before her eyes while talking of other things . And so the evening dragged itself out in the drawing-room . `` Olive , I want to make a call before going to Lady Ascott 's ; I will send the carriage back for you . '' `` But we need not get there until a quarter to one . There will be plenty of time . '' `` Very well , '' Evelyn answered , as unconcernedly as she could . `` I 'll be here a little after twelve . ''