You trusted your instincts and declined the mysterious figure's offer, choosing to rely on your own skills. Following Jacques into the secluded alleyway, he urgently whispers about a secret meeting at the abandoned chateau outside of town. As you both approach the chateau under the moonlit sky, shadows dance eerily around its crumbling walls. Suddenly, torches ignite along the path leading to the entrance, revealing a group of cloaked figures waiting in silence.
Jacques looks at you with a mix of fear and determination, 'They are the Keepers of the Lost Tome,' he mutters, 'rumored to possess ancient knowledge that could change the course of history. But be warned, they will not welcome intruders.'
Facing this ominous gathering, you must make a crucial decision: