midnight
But Lanyard had been listening only with his ears ; he had n't the slightest interest in Mr. Mussey 's resentment of the affectations of Captain Monk . For now his mad scheme had suddenly assumed a complexion of comparative simplicity ; given the co-operation of the chief engineer , all Lanyard would need to contribute would be a little headwork , a little physical exertion , a little daring -- and complete indifference , which was both well warranted and already his , to abusing the confidence of Mr. Mussey . `` But about this affair to-morrow night , '' he interrupted impatiently : `` attend to me a little , if you please , my friend . Can you give me any idea where we are , or will , approximately , at midnight to-night ? '' `` What 's that go to do -- ? '' `` Perhaps I ask only for my own information . But it may be that I have a plan .