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The Dwarves are approaching; Jack has only a moment to spare.

He grasps the handles of the GreenShaft cap and gives it a twist and yank. Above him, he can hear the outraged cries of the Dwarves. They leap down the FloatStone staircase, axes in hand, even as Jack descends into the GreenShaft. His last glimpse as he slams the lid shut and shoots home the bolts to lock it is of an angry bearded face.

 

There is no going back now. Turn to 45.