Miss Penfold who of course had the secret, had touched the spring outside before attempting to open the chamber, and the stone, which was set in iron, had swung open on a hinge.

In a moment Mrs.
Conway explored the contents.

The closet was about two feet square by nine inches in depth, and contained two shelves.

There were several papers in it, and the very first upon which she placed her hand was marked "The Last Will and Testament of Herbert Penfold." So overwhelmed was Mrs.Conway at this termination to her long search that she sank on the ground, and it was some time before she could collect herself sufficiently to consider what was her best course.

It was evident that for some reason Miss Penfold had been about to visit the secret room to see that the will was still in safety.