As I was digging, Paxton went on, went on, I was sure someone was watching me. Once, I thought I saw someone. But I wasn't sure. The person was always behind me. "Once, I felt someone pulling my coat. But then l found the crown At that moment, I heard a terrible cry behind me.' "Who cried out? I asked I couldn't see anyone," Paxton answered. "But I think I know' He pointed to a book on a table beside the bed Every time I come back to my room the old book is open. l looked at the table. The old book was open at the first page. I saw the name William Ager 1890"So you think that William Ager is following you? l said. Rut William Ager is dead. It's the ghost of William Ager said Paxton. "He won't leave me alone. He wants the crown, but he isn't strong enough to take it from me. And what will you do with the crown?" I asked. I'm going to put it back," said Paxton. If you put it back, will William Ager's ghost leave you alone!" l asked I don't know," said Paxton. "But I must try." I saw that Paxton was very, very frightened. "Then we shall help you put it back tonight," I said As I spoke, a shadow moved in the room. Paxton saw it and looked terrified. That night, as we left the hotel together, I spoke to the hotel porter. "It's a warm night," l said. "We're going for a walk. We may be back very late.' I'll wait for you, sir, said the porter. "I won't lock the front door until you return. The other gentleman isn't staying in the hotel, is he?