It was as dark as ink outside the window, black clouds were pressing over the city, a storm was coming, and the building was full of wind, and there was a faint message of uneasiness.
The voices in the inner hall were quiet, and occasionally there were two sparse groans, which seemed to be in great pain, followed by a sudden scream, followed by a sound of silence. An old eunuch came in a hurry with something in his arms and left in a hurry.
Leaving the room dark.