There was a plain carpet on the floor, and the other furniture was that of an ordinary bed chamber.

The most conspicuous ornament was a large full-length portrait against the side of the wall.

It represented an unknown man, not particularly striking in his appearance.

There was, besides, a small table with two or three books upon it.
Jack waited patiently for twenty minutes.
"Perhaps Ida may be out," he reflected.

"Still, even if she is, Mrs.
Hardwick ought to come and let me know.