### 69

Using your improved Kai Mastery you focus on the distant dust cloud. It grows larger and sharper as your telescopic vision magnifies the image. You see a patrol of Anarian cavalry riding towards you, led by one who wears a crimson cloak. You count twenty lances, each of them bearing a small flag embroidered with the arms of Tahou.

If you wish to ride forward to meet these soldiers, turn to 193.

If you choose to avoid them by hiding behind the standing stones, turn to 78.