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What am I supposed to do with the royal books?

  • 1 of 9: These particular books aren't for reading.
  • 2 of 9: The books are intended to be used within this room.
  • 3 of 9: What else could a stack of books be used for?
  • 4 of 9: Perhaps to give a little extra "lift"?
  • 5 of 9: You can use the books to stand on, if they are placed in the correct spot.
  • 6 of 9: Look around the room, using the cursor icon as a help.
  • 7 of 9: Look at the floor at the end of the room, by the wall decoration.
  • 8 of 9: Place the books on the floor, and stand (click) on them.
  • 9 of 9: Once standing on them, you should be able to see an important piece of paper on the wall decoration.