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You follow the street until it turns abruptly eastwards into Beggar Lane. You can see how this street got its name, for there are scores of ragged men, women, and children huddled in doorways, all holding out their begging bowls.

As you walk towards the junction at the end of the street, you are assailed from all sides with pleas for gold.

If you wish to give any of your gold to these beggars, turn to 93.

If you wish to push them aside and continue on your way, turn to 137.