Accept his offer (Sorcery!)
From Create Your Own Story
"I'll pay your fee," you reply, handing over some coins.
The man takes your money gratefully, with a nod, and hides it away in a pouch at his waist. "I'm glad to help you, traveller," he says. "Know that beyond Poonani, there are two ways. The low path leads through the Vale of the Elvin, and unless you are ready for Elvin ways – for they are mischievous and magical – you had better avoid it. The high way," and he gestures upwards with a hand, "will take you into the hills and past the Schanker Mines. Lots of treasure there, they say." He laughs and adds: "But you must keep your head if you take this path!"
"Why do you laugh? There is something you're not telling me."
The man doesn't reply, other than to stare at you with wide eyes and draw a finger slowly across his throat. You wave away his superstition with a gesture. "No matter then. Continue: what next?"
"Head on for Krustipanti," he answers. "You'll be there in a day or two. Few villagers here in the Smutititty Hills welcome strangers, but in Krustipanti you will at least find food and shelter. And beware the Black Lotus on your travels – its sweet aroma is deadly."
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