midnight
She decided that he might `` do '' in place of Harry Denvil , who must naturally be forgotten as soon as possible ; because it was so uncomfortable to think of people who were dead . Desmond 's temperature rose rapidly ; and the two , who could not bear to leave his side , divided the night watches between them . Amar Singh , his chin between his knees , crouched dog-like on the mat outside the door , presenting himself , from time to time , with such dumb yearning in his eyes that Honor devised small services for him in pure tenderness of heart . Paul took a couple of hours ' rest at midnight , on the condition that Honor should do the same towards morning ; and since she was obviously reluctant when the unwelcome hour arrived , he smilingly conducted her in person to the threshold of her room . `` Good-night to you , -- Miss Meredith ! Or should it be good-morning ? '' he said lightly , in the hope of chasing the strained look from her face .