Midnight
Now he would see his racer on the track . The Church held him , but held his horse no longer . * * * * * Then the Angel of Destiny as he downward gazed , said to the Angel of the Fire -- and his voice trembled a little as he spoke -- `` Rejoice , for the furnace was heated exceeding hot and the metal is shining brighter , far brighter than before . '' The Advent of Midnight The ride home after that fateful decision was an event to be remembered . Jim was on a cavalry mount , loaned for the occasion . Belle felt that since he had given up so much for her , it was her part now to prove how good a bargain he had made ; and she exerted all her powers to double her ample hold on his love and devotion . She had no reason to question her power ; she had almost overmuch success .