As he neared the house his heart beat high at the excitement of seeing Madge's delight.

He closely scanned the windows, even the tiny windows in the pointed tin roof, but no eager eyes were on the look-out.
Loudly he thumped upon the heavy front door.

There was somewhat of a bustle inside at the knock.

The snow-bound household collected quickly at the welcome thought of a message from the outside world.

When the door was opened Madge and the Morins were there to behold Courthope carrying the plunder.