Answer the riddle...

Confident in your ability to solve the riddle, you ponder the mysterious words. After a moment, you confidently reply, "The answer is an echo."

The shadowy figure pauses, its form rippling with an otherworldly energy. A cold wind sweeps through the room, and the figure nods approvingly.

"Correct, seeker of truths," it murmurs. "You may proceed, but beware. The path ahead is fraught with challenges."

The figure dissipates into the shadows, leaving you to continue your exploration of the mansion. As you move forward, you come across a series of doors, each seemingly leading to different parts of the mansion.