midnight
Early in the afternoon the wind rose again , and Croisset ran alongside them to suggest that they go ashore . He spoke to Philip , but Josephine interrupted quickly : `` We must go on , Jean , '' she demanded . `` If it is not impossible we must reach Adare House to-night . '' `` It will be late -- midnight , '' replied Jean . `` And if it grows rougher -- '' A dash of spray swept over the bow into the girl 's face . `` I do n't care for that , '' she cried . `` Wet and cold wo n't hurt us . ''