five in the evening
He had been bailed out by Pete , and had forfeited his bail in an attempt at flight . The witnesses were now many , and some came from a long distance . It was desirable to conclude the same day . At five in the evening the Deemster rose and said , `` The Court will adjourn for an hour , gentlemen . '' Philip took his own refreshments in the Deemster 's room -- Jem-y-Lord was with him -- then put off his wig and gown , and slipped through the prisoners ' yard at the back and round the corner to Elm Cottage . It was now quite dark . The house was lit by the firelight only , which flashed like Will-o ' - the-wisp on the hall window .