Satisfied that Jerry would keep his promise, Penny told him everything she had learned at the Fenestra farm. The reporter asked many questions about the storm cave.
“So you believe this key may unlock the door?” he mused.
“I’d like to try it, at least.”
“Now?”
“There never will be a better time. Mrs. Weems thinks that Fenestra is getting ready to leave Riverview.”
Jerry hesitated only briefly. “All right, I’m with you,” he said. “Lead the way.”
They were leaving the river when both were startled to hear the suspension bridge creak beneath human weight. As they paused, listening, a familiar voice called:
“Jerry! Hey, Jerry!”
“Here!” responded the reporter.
A figure emerged from the trees, and they recognized Salt Sommers, the Star photographer.