The Storms of Chai

Joe Dever

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Beyond the South Gate is a large flagstoned plaza, bordered by several shops that sell clothing, groceries, fine art, curios and musical instruments. At the centre of the plaza stands a marble statue of Khea-khan Zha-zhing, Lao Tin’s father, surrounded by a pool of crystal clear water. Most of the shops are closing for the night and their owners are pulling down the shutters on their windows and front doors, but there is one that is still open for business. It is located close to the South Gate and the sign above the door says Pau Ping’s Potions and Lotions. There are three streets which converge at the plaza: Drauzhi Street, South Avenue and N’kow Lane.

If you wish to pay a visit to Pau Ping’s Potions and Lotions, turn to 105.

If you wish to enter Drauzhi Street to your left, turn to 208.

If you choose to enter South Avenue directly ahead, turn to 292.

If you decide to enter N’kow Lane to your right, turn to 221.