It was dark, squeaking, and quite n

It was dark, squeaking, and quite narrow, and it's steps were a little high for me to climb up.
From the bottom of the stairway,it seemed like an endless climb to the top.
Beyond the darkness at the top of the stairway, there was an elegant, middle-aged lady leaning against the wall.
I had to pass her every time I went to my room, for my room was the first room beyond the stairs on the second floor.