midnight
All was then ready , and they sat down to wait for that lightening which so often comes when the struggle is over and the end near . They waited long . Ruleson 's deep sleep lasted for hours , and the Domine began to hope it might be that life-giving sleep which often introduces the apparently dying to a new lease of life . He awoke after midnight , with the word `` Margot '' on his lips , and Margot slipped her hand into his , and kissed him . `` We are going to have supper with the Lord Christ . Will you join us , Ruleson ? '' `` Ay , will -- I -- gladly ! ''