midnight
She hoped she would not be summoned again to the sick-room . But she was not to have that wish , for late in the evening Lancy came in to bring her over at once . `` The doctor says the next hour will decide whether he lives or not , and he wants you to be near in case you are needed in a hurry . '' Towards midnight Hugh opened his eyes and recognized Mrs. Gurney , who was bending over him ; and as he turned his face and saw the doctor also , he said , in a faint voice : `` What is the matter ? Why am I here ? '' `` You have been sick , Hugh , '' said Mrs. Gurney , taking his hand ; `` do not talk . '' `` But I thought -- I thought -- I was in a boat , '' he said , faintly , and a puzzled look came over his face .