midnight
I have observed him more than once in close conversation with Cobb , and for some time he seldom lost an opportunity of speaking to Waller whenever he went forward , though he himself has never ventured aft . He evidently has had a good education , and is a plausible , long-tongued fellow , well able to influence men of inferior station . '' From what Mr Henley said , I saw the man Barwell in a new light , and quickly recalled to my mind several circumstances connected with him which I had before forgotten . As it was still some time to midnight , we were in no hurry to arouse our friends , but at length having arranged our plans , I went below to perform the part I had undertaken . As I was leaving the deck I patted Solon on the head , and made him understand that he was to keep watch on the poop till my return . I was very certain that I should hear his bark if anything unusual took place . Mr Vernon was not much surprised nor alarmed with the information I gave him .