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The giant serpent emits a loud hiss as your killing blow penetrates its brain. Racked with convulsions, it thrashes the water and whips the surface to a crimson froth until, finally, it surrenders to death and its body is carried away by the swift current.

You sheathe your bloodied Weapon and grab Hulsta’s strong hand, allowing him to haul you through the opening in the ceiling. As your feet return to dry and solid ground, you are pleased to see that your dangerous detour along the underground river was not in vain, for you now find yourself standing in a section of the tunnel which lies beyond the blocking wall.

To continue, turn to 155.