There were big cracks in the panelling through which an eye could look, but all was dark within.

There were human beings moving there, and speaking softly.

Very gingerly he tried the hasp, but it was fastened firm inside.
Suddenly someone in the room struck a flint and lit a lantern.

Lovel set his eyes to a crack and stood very still.

The woman had gone, and the room held three men.