Without a word she turned and went towards the door opening into the hallway.

With her hand upon the latch she stopped short again; for she realised that she did not know her way through the passages and corridors, and that she must make herself known to the servants of the palace to obtain guidance and exit.

As she stood helpless and confused, the Seigneur called hoarsely: "De la Foret--De la Foret!" Before Angele could decide upon her course, the curtain of the other room was thrust aside, and De la Foret entered.

He was scarce awake, and he yawned contentedly.

He did not see Angele, but turned towards Lempriere.