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After a few minutes the tunnel ascends by steps to a cavern-like chamber where the walls are mildewed and damp. A sloping passage leads away to your left, descending towards a distant pit which reeks of vermin and decay. You shun this exit and turn your attentions instead to an iron door set into the far wall. Although it is locked, you experience no difficulty picking it.

On the other side of the door you discover a torchlit corridor leading off to the left and right.

If you wish to go right, turn to 252.

If you decide to go left, turn to 170.