### 175

The giant serpent resists your mental command to retreat, yet the strain of doing so leaves its body in a state of partial paralysis. Cautiously you advance, keeping a wary eye on its trembling form as you skirt around the serpent and inch your way towards the opposite tunnel. However, you have progressed only a few yards when you feel the floor sloping away beneath your feet. The water is getting deeper.

If you possess Magi-magic and have attained the rank of Grand Thane or higher, turn to 234.

If you do not possess this Grand Master Discipline or have yet to attain this level of Kai Mastery, turn to 25.