midnight
He slept on ; and when supper was brought , and the lamps were lighted , Fru Astrida thought the little face looked unusually pale and waxen ; but he did not awake . At night , they carried him to his bed , and he was roused into a half conscious state , moaning at being disturbed . Fru Astrida would not leave him , and Father Lucas shared her watch . At midnight , all were wakened by the slow notes , falling one by one on the ear , of the solemn passing-bell , calling them to waken , that their prayers might speed a soul on its way . Richard and Lothaire were soon at the bedside . Carloman lay still asleep , his hands folded on his breast , but his breath came in long gasps . Father Lucas was praying over him , and candles were placed on each side of the bed .