The Vault

She shuddered at the sight of her brother's impish grin. It left her feeling unnerved and slightly on edge.

Unfortunately, she knew that expression he wore rather well. Curiosity always seemed to get the best of her sibling, and she had a gut sensation that this situation would be no exception.

Whatever was hidden in the mysterious vault would soon no longer be a mystery. The trail of breadcrumbs leading to it had strongly cautioned and advised against opening it.

Hesitating for perhaps only an instant, he brought that hammer down against the lock. Within it, lay a cookie recipe.