However, you are a sensible dog, and usually have a reason for having your own way, so I am going to let you have it." The plank fell down as she spoke, and she pulled open the rough door and looked in.

There was no window inside, only the light that streamed through the door, so that for an instant she could see nothing.

"Is any one here ?" she asked, in her clear, sweet voice.

There was no answer except a low, moaning sound.

"Why, some poor creature is in trouble, Joe," said Miss Laura, cheerfully.