Poor Matthew instantly plunged into the grave, and died of a sudden chill." "That is not impossible," observed Hodges, after a pause.

"But what has become of the treasure ?" "It is in the possession of Mr.Quatremain, who has given notice of it to the proper authorities," replied Chowles.

"It consists, as I understand, of gold pieces struck in the reign of Philip and Mary, images of the same metal, crosses, pyxes, chalices, and other Popish and superstitious vessels, buried, probably, when Queen Elizabeth came to the throne, and the religion changed." "Not unlikely," replied Hodges.

"Where is your husband's body, Mrs.
Malmayns ?" "It has been removed to the vault which he usually occupied," replied Judith.

"Mr.Chowles has undertaken to bury it to-night." "I must see it first," replied Hodges, "and be sure that he has not met with foul play." "And I will accompany you," said Chowles.