There was only that single thickness of canvas between him and the room.

He had but to make the smallest hole in it and he would be able to see through.

Even now, with the removal of the barrier on his side, the voices were more distinct.

A complete section of the wall had evidently been taken out and replaced by a detachable framework of wood covered with stretched canvas.

He stood back for a moment and felt with his finger; he could almost trace the spot where the woodwork fitted upon hinges.