about midnight
The trousers had to be turned up , but that would be expected on account of the mud . Her plumpness filled out the coat very comfortably , and her arm in a sling made the disguise almost perfect . While Miss Lou was dressing Chunk again reconnoitred and reported the coast clear . It was now about midnight and all were sleeping except those whom imperative duty or pain kept awake . Chunk led the way , steadying Miss Lou with a firm hand , and Zany followed . `` Now , Miss Lou , '' Chunk whispered , `` I tek you de s ` curest way , so you git back en ' nobody see you ef I git cotched . '' They made a circuit to avoid the kitchen and climbed over a low fence into the garden .