### 25

The reeve-sergeant becomes angry when you do not answer him immediately, and he orders you to dismount at once and show him proof of your identity. With a flick of his left hand he signals to his men to unshoulder their spears and quickly they move to surround you.

If you possess Bardsmanship and wish to use it, turn to 74.

If you possess Kai-alchemy and wish to use it, turn to 179.

If you possess neither of these Disciplines, or if you choose not to use them, turn instead to 18.