Nearly midnight
Harry saw Stuart as he came , eager as always for battle , his plumed hat shining in the light of the moon , which was now clear and at the full . `` If Jackson can lead no longer , then Stuart can , '' said Colonel Talbot , looking proudly at the gallant knight who feared no danger . `` What time is it , Hector ? '' `` Nearly midnight , Leonidas . '' `` And no time for fighting , but fighting will be done . Ca n't you hear their masses gathering in the wood ? '' `` I do , Hector .