CAUGHT IN A TRAP Jack and his guide paused in front of a large three-story brick building.

The woman rang the bell.

An untidy servant girl made her appearance.
Mrs.Hardwick spoke to the servant in so low a voice that Jack couldn't hear what she said.
"Certainly, mum," answered the servant, and led the way upstairs to a back room on the third floor.
"Go in and take a seat," she said to Jack.

"I will send Ida to you immediately." "All right," said Jack, in a tone of satisfaction.
Peg went out, closing the door after her.

She, at the same time, softly slipped a bolt which had been placed upon the outside.