Paul and Elisabeth Delroze, while newlyweds, arrive at Ornequin Castle, which is located above the small town of Lorraine Corvigny, a few kilometers from the German border. The castle is owned by the Earl of Andeville, father of Elizabeth, and has been closed since the death of his wife the Comtesse Hermine. By visiting the castle, Paul will make a terrible discovery that will change his life forever. Contents: The Murder; The Locked Room; The Call To Arms; A Letter From Elisabeth; The Peasant-woman At Corvigny; What Paul Saw At Ornequin; H. E. R. M.; Elisabeth's Diary; A Sprig Of Empire; 75 Or 155?; "Ysery, Misery"; Major Hermann; The Ferryman's House; A Masterpiece Of Kultur; Prince Conrad Makes Merry; The Impossible Struggle; The Law Of The Conqueror; Hill 132; Hohenzollern; The Death Penalty-and a Capital Punishment.