midnight
He respects the prohibition , but naturally turns his eyes frequently towards the Great Isabel . It seems as though he had been in the habit of gazing late at night upon the light . And during these sentimental vigils he discovers that Nostromo , Captain Fidanza that is , returns very late from his visits to the Violas . As late as midnight at times . '' The doctor paused and stared meaningly at Mrs. Gould . `` Yes . But I do n't understand , '' she began , looking puzzled .