midnight
She smiled -- so odd did her scruples seem to her -- she was writing to send them away . Her father 's house was surely the right place . If it were to make appointments , that would be different . It was long past midnight when she read over her letter to Owen . `` Dear Owen , -- A great deal has happened since we last met , and I am convinced that it would be unwise for me to see you in three months as I promised . My confessor is of the same opinion ; he thinks three months too soon , and I must obey him . I have taken the step which I hope you will take some day , for you too are a Catholic .