eight o’clock
His native generosity , his humanity , shuddered as he heard the terrible cries and accents of distress which succeeded each other without intermission . He passed some heavy hours in the damp garden this cold night , and the chilly morning which succeeded it . Madame de Tecle came frequently to give him the news . Near eight o'clock he saw her approach him with a grave and tranquil air . `` Monsieur , '' she said , `` it is a boy . '' `` I thank you . How is she ? ''