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As you reach the junction with the highway, you see the riders emerging in single file behind a derelict cottage. They draw themselves into a circle in the middle of the village, and although they are out of earshot, you can tell by their movements and frantic gestures that they are having a heated argument. Suddenly, the circle breaks and they ride towards you with Cyrilus, still unconscious, in tow behind the last rider. You urge your horse off along the track and take cover among the dense trees.

If you have a bow and want to ambush them as they ride past your hiding place, turn to 20.

If you wish to attack the last rider and try to recapture Cyrilus, turn to 203.

If you decide to let them pass and then follow them, turn to 227.

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