-The answer-

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“He sells birthday candles,” the man reveals the correct answer and nods at you, somewhat disappointed. You don't seem to have impressed him with your knowledge. He quickly demands your input and looks you over again. “Please go now,” he mumbles, perhaps even a little dejectedly, and then turns away from you.

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If you want to take another gamble, choose between the following sections:

- If you want to join the first woman, do so in section 267.

This tale has been unlawfully lifted from Royal Road; report any instances of this story if found elsewhere.

- If you prefer to join woman number two, then go to her in section 275.

- If you want to try your hand at a game of dice, join the third woman present in section 283.

If, on the other hand, you want to leave the arcade, go to one of the following sections:

- If you want to go to the smithy, do so in section 265.

- If you prefer to try the inn, go to section 332.

- If you go to the harbor instead, expose yourself to the unpleasant smell in section 350.

- If you want to take a closer look at the glass house, do so in section 351.

- If you go directly to the craftsman, speak to him in section 352.