Half past three in the morning
But the faculties that create anxiety and alarm had been dulled for the time by immense exertions and dangers , and he placidly awaited the event , whatever it might be . `` What time is it ? '' asked Pennington . `` Half past three in the morning , '' replied Dick , who was able to see the face of his watch . `` Not such a long wait then . Day comes early this time of the year . '' `` You lads can sit down and make yourselves comfortable , '' said Colonel Winchester .