The Beast
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11He has traversed his realm for many centuries, and no one dares to set foot in it. As a troll descended from the bloodline of the bridge troll from the story "The Three Billy Goats Gruff", he is a formidable entity. This particular troll, however, is one that you would do well to avoid.
In addition to devouring Billy goats, he will also consume travelers, regardless of whether they are farmers or milkmen. Lurking beneath the bridge, he will snatch unsuspecting victims, provided they can navigate the passage without being detected. Given his penchant for residing under bridges, he has a propensity for accumulating treasures and lost items, including antiques, and possesses an impeccable memory for every single piece.
Your involvement in this scenario begins with the recollection of an acquaintance who attempted to impress you by gifting you an item, which you distinctly remember due to its origin: the troll's hoard, from which it was stolen - a priceless pocket watch. Compelled to return the stolen item, you set out on a journey to the bridge, knowing it to be the sole destination. Taking a deep breath, you descended beneath the bridge, navigating a passage that led to the troll's lair.
Infamous as "The Beast", his exceptional olfactory senses, rivaling those of a shark, enabled him to immediately detect your scent. As you ventured into his lair, your primary objective was to return the stolen item. Upon reaching the treasure hoard and carefully placing the pocket watch in its original location, you felt a surge of hot breath on the back of your neck, causing the hairs to stand on end.
Recognizing the gravity of your situation, you realized that you were in trouble. What course of action would you take? The outcome is yours to determine. Enjoy the narrative, crafted in the style of "Beauty and the Beast".
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