nearly two
o'clock in the morning
`` Nothing is the matter , mother , '' called Christy . `` I am all right . '' `` But why are you out at this time of night , my son ? It is nearly two o'clock in the morning , '' said Mrs. Passford , as she descended the stairs . `` You are not half dressed , Christy . '' `` But I am all right , mother , and there is not the least reason to worry about anything , for the ship is not going to the bottom just yet , '' replied Christy , indulging in a forced laugh to assist in quieting his mother 's fears . `` But why are you out doors at this time of night ? ''