midnight
Willett looked nervously about him , bade the attendant bring him some brandy and soda , and threw himself into a chair in front of the stove . `` You look used up , Willett , '' said the elder . `` What 's the matter ? Seen anything more of your midnight antagonist ? '' `` No , by heaven ! I wish I had . I believe the devil himself has gone in league with the gang at this garrison .