Chapter 618: The Flaw of the Red Dragon

Lyle stepped through the bronze gate opened by the guards, these Dwarves clad in standard issue enchanted armor. The broad armor in the style of the Dwarves made these half-human-height warriors look even more like iron barrels, and from the small eyes peeking through the gaps in the armor, only vigilance and a dislike for other races could be seen.

"Dwarves don't seem to be a very welcoming race... I thought your personalities would be as hearty as your beards."

"That's my fault. When I harvested the power of our clan, I disturbed the Heart of Molten Fire, causing a brief volcanic eruption that submerged a small area of Mackenbert. They've just ended their refugee status, and it's easy for them to associate the disaster with other races, Imelt must have received quite a few cold stares. I've tried explaining, but to little effect. You shouldn't try to persuade a Dwarf unless you're at a drinking table."