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You twist the handle but the gate is locked. You are about to turn and run when suddenly the gate flies open: a man stands in the doorway. 'Quickly Northlander, I will hide you!' The man steps back to allow you to enter.

If you wish to enter, turn to 24.

If you wish to refuse in climb the path towards the archway, turn to 169.

If you wish to enter the alley, turn to 117.

Text copyright © 1985 Joe Dever.
Illustrations copyright © 1985 Gary Chalk.