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I took the next highway exit, it read: Dijon 42 km, Poully-En-Auxoise 8 km. Through the pitch dark night, the Chateaux sign guided us through winding roads and ghost towns.
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The Chateaux loomed large, lit only faintly, eerily. The barking dogs, the shadow in white, and the creaking wooden stairs all contributed to an unforgettable experience.
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Our host, Madame de Bourgoise, appeared as if straight from a gothic novel. The wolves mounted beside the staircase and candlelight gave the 17th century hunting lodge an eerie tone.
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Eventually, peace arrived with moonlight reflecting on the lake and the soft sound of cowbells in the distance. The fear faded into a serene night.
