Mage retrived an ornate metal briefcase from behind his podium. The host walked over to beside Penelope and opened the case for all to see. Inside the case were two identical syringes, both filled with a clear liquid. “Miss Penelope, for surviving the first round you have the option of taking the third place prize.” He said as he waved his hand over the syringes in a showy fashion. “One of these syringes contains a powerful anesthetic that will numb your body, making your experience painless. The other however contains and equally powerful stimulant. Should you pick it you will loose the ability to pass out and will remain fully conscious during the ordeal. The choice to take one is yours and yours alone.” He explained, holding the case open for Penelope. The host couldn’t help but wonder, would she pick one, and of she did would she take the one on the left, or the one on the right.