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The sergeant-at-arms orders his men to surround and disarm you both. Sogh immediately drops to his knee and begs for mercy; he blames you for everything, saying that you released him and forced him to accompany you against his will. ‘Silence, weevil! You’ll get your chance to tell your tale to the Chief Magistrate. Maybe he’ll believe you … ’ growls the sergeant before casting an angry glance at the dead soldier, ‘and maybe he won’t.’

You are led back to your cell and four burly armed guards are placed outside the door with orders to shoot to kill if you should attempt another escape.

Turn to 227.