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Columbus found himself at a standstill in his attempts to breach Lord Creon's formidable home, which seemed impregnable, resembling more of a fortress than a mere residence. Frustration gnawed at him, exacerbated by the arrival of a letter from his superiors above, questioning the lack of substantial progress in his endeavors thus far. The meager advancements made did not meet their expectations.
