About twelve o'clock
Her intention appeared to be that of rounding the island , and probably anchoring on the lee side of it . She was in an ugly position , however , and we all watched her anxiously till nightfall hid her from our view . I retired early , but sleep was out of the question , for the wind raged and howled around the house like wild wolves . About twelve o'clock the sound of a gun fell on my ears . I could not be mistaken , for the window rattled in sharp response . I sprang from my couch and began to dress , and immediately after my aged relative entered the room . He looked younger and taller than I had seen him , but very serious .