| 272 As you ride closer to the farmstead you see that it is even more decrepit than you first thought. It is nothing more than a one roomed hut with an unstable looking veranda at the front. At first glance there does not seem to be much point in going inside, but then you spy the large number of foot and hoof prints in the soft earth. At least two horses have been here within the past two days. Perhaps you may find some clue as to why inside. With Pallenten now at a halt you dismount and kneel to check the prints more closely. There is no doubt in your mind that they were put down around two days ago, and that they were made by two, maybe three, different horses. The horses were well shod and judging by the depth of the prints, heavily loaded. Getting back to your feet you have one more look about to check you are alone then step up onto the veranda. The front door is jammed shut and there is a slight odour in the air that is somehow familiar. With a crash you kick the door in and make your way inside.
| Turn to section 283.
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