Temple of love

The mysterious man walks towards me. Rather than slitting my throat, he cuts the ropes that bind my wrists and legs.

Needles stab me as the circulation returns to my extremities. Nevertheless, I stand up unsteadily."Your possessions," he says as he drops a sack at my feet. "And this. It will unlock any portal between you and the outside." He hands me a key.I blink in disbelief.

Am I free then? Found innocent?He shakes his head mechanically. "You are free until caught again. And I do not expect you will receive such kind treatment the second time around.

"Left bound and gagged without food or water was kind treatment? I think to myself. Well, at least I was not outright hung."Go now!"He waves to me and steps aside. The key the guard gave me vibrates slightly each time I bring it to the keyhole of a new door, adjusting the key blade length and shape to fit the lock.