midnight
`` The time to strike is now , '' he said when the others had gathered around the table , all except the pirates , who were still outside . `` I agree with you , '' said Frank . `` How long a march is it , Captain Jack ? '' `` If we leave here two hours before dark we will reach the base soon after midnight , '' was the reply ; `` but if you will allow me , I have a plan to suggest . '' `` Let 's hear it , Captain , '' said Jack . `` To my way of thinking , '' said Captain Jack , `` it would be better if we attack from two places . '' `` Two places ? ''