midnight
Off to the west there was a murky , yellowish look to the sky , and , now and then , there came puffs of wind that had in them a hint of great force and power . `` We had better make everything as snug as possible , '' advised Mr. De Vere . `` If it comes on to blow in the night we 'll have our hands full to manage the boat . '' SHORTLY after midnight , Jerry who was to take the last , or dog-watch was awakened by Ned shaking him in his bunk . `` What -- what 's the matter ? '' asked Jerry sleepily . `` You 'd better get up I think .