midnight on December 31st, 1613
He rose when Wallenstein entered . `` I can not but think , '' the duke said , `` that your calculations must for once have been mistaken , and that there must have been an error in the hour , for I see not how the destiny of this craftsman , who seems to be a simple lad , can in any way be connected with mine . '' `` I have made the calculation three times , your grace , '' the old man replied , `` and am sure there is no error . '' `` He was born , '' Wallenstein said , `` at midnight on December 31st , 1613 . Work out his nativity , and see what stars were in the ascendant , and whether there are any affinities between us . '' `` I will do so at once , '' the astrologer said ; `` by tonight I shall be able to give your grace the information you require . '' `` Tonight , '' the duke said , `` we will go over your calculations together as to our great enterprise .