eleven o'clock
Besides , he had faith in the return of the French . Troops had been seen in the direction of Sauval . `` Ah , let them hurry ; let them get here as soon as possible , '' she murmured fervently . At that moment eleven o'clock sounded from the belfry of Rocreuse . The strokes were clear and distinct . She arose with a terrified look ; two hours had passed since she quitted the mill . `` Hear me , '' she said rapidly : `` if we have need of you I will wave my handkerchief from my chamber window . ''