about midnight
There are not even children . '' `` I would rather die than marry any Japanese , '' said Asako with conviction . Sadako Fujinami turned her back and pretended to sleep ; but long through the dark cold night Asako could feel her turning restlessly to and fro . Some time about midnight Asako heard her name called : `` Asa Chan , are you awake ? '' `` Yes ; is anything the matter ? '' `` Asa Chan , in your house by the river you will be lonely . You will not be afraid ? ''