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Upon hearing your reply the officer lowers his sword and a friendly smile spreads across his rugged face. He tells you that he and his men are Talestrian scouts who have been sent ahead of their army to make sure these hills are free of enemy troops. Your Kai sixth sense confirms that he is speaking the truth, and when he offers to take you to meet his commander, you accept the invitation gladly.

Turn to 6.

Text copyright © 1987 Joe Dever.
Illustrations copyright © 1987 Brian Williams.