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A wave of panic sweeps through the crowded inn. Women shriek hysterically and gruff voices shout in anger and confusion, demanding Smudd's killer be found. You back away from the alcove and, as you turn towards the counter, you catch a glimpse of a figure running along the gallery which overlooks the taproom floor. He is clad from head to toe in a close-fitting black tunic and he is carrying a bow. You watch helplessly as he disappears through a door which leads off the gallery.

If you wish to climb an adjoining staircase and give chase, turn to 259.

If you choose to leave the inn by the front door, turn to 56.

Text copyright © 1991 Joe Dever.
Illustrations copyright © 1991 Brian Williams.