Beyond was a narrow bridge, crossing a circular building, at the bottom of which lay a deep well.

It was a dark mysterious place, and what it was used for no one exactly knew; but it was called by those who had seen it the Well Hole.

The bridge was protected on either side by a railing with bannisters placed at wide intervals.

Steps to aid the descent, which was too steep to be safe without them, led to, a door on the opposite side.
This door, which was open, Jonathan locked and took out the key.

As he stood upon the bridge, he held down the light, and looked into the profound abyss.