twelve o'clock
I have always noticed that you were a sort of pet of his . There are times when , for your sake , I have been a little uneasy at his marked preference , and have wished to put you on your guard : but I did not like to suggest even the possibility of wrong . I knew such an idea would shock , perhaps offend you ; and you were so discreet , and so thoroughly modest and sensible , I hoped you might be trusted to protect yourself . Last night I can not tell you what I suffered when I sought all over the house , and could find you nowhere , nor the master either ; and then , at twelve o'clock , saw you come in with him . '' `` Well , never mind that now , '' I interrupted impatiently ; `` it is enough that all was right . '' `` I hope all will be right in the end , '' she said : `` but believe me , you can not be too careful . Try and keep Mr. Rochester at a distance : distrust yourself as well as him .