You rummage through your pack and produce a particularly enticing pastry, its flaky crust glistening with sugar crystals. The gummy bear golem's eyes widen, and it leans forward, sniffing the air with interest.

“Oh, my!” it exclaims. “That pastry looks positively scrumptious. Perhaps we could come to an agreement, adventurer. I'll grant you passage through this candy-coated chamber in exchange for that delectable treat. What do you say?”

You glance at Colonel Clucks, who gives you a shrug and a “Bawk!” of approval. With a smile, you offer the pastry to the gummy bear golem, who snatches it up with a squeal of delight.

“Mmm, delicious!” it mumbles through a mouthful of pastry. “A deal's a deal, adventurer. You may pass. But remember, the Dungeon of Dreadful Dreads has plenty more surprises in store!”

With a final wave to the satisfied golem, you and Colonel Clucks continue on your way, your pack a little lighter but your spirits high.

Proceed to Chapter 5: The Room of Ridiculous Riddles