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It is Altan. Before you can explain what has happened, he shakes your hand and congratulates you on your prowess with a bow, for in spite of his defeat, he is eager to show that he bears no grudge. You thank him and go on to explain your sorry predicament.

'I think we can make a deal,' he says, his eyes glancing at your silver bow.

If you wish to exchange your newly won prize for Altan's horse, turn to 212.

If you do not wish to part with your silver bow, turn to 148.

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