Chapter 20

Avery nearly let out a gasp, seeing all manner of weapons lining the walls, even reaching up to the ceiling. The room was large and wide, designed to hold an impressive array of deadly weapons.

In the center of the room stood a counter, but Avery couldn't see anyone behind it. She turned to the woman who had led her in, only to see her leaving.

Confused and unsure of what to do next, she was bout to follow when a voice startled her.

"Child, look down."

Avery's eyes narrowed as she scanned the room for the speaker, but she couldn't see anyone.

"Down, here," the voice repeated.

Avery followed the sound and saw an old dwarf beside the counter. Avery's expression turned apologetic, realizing she may have disrespected him. She knew dwarfs had a reputation for bad tempers

But seeing her respectful demeanor, the dwarf's irritation cooled.

"Your Code name," he demanded gruffly, his eyes sharp as he sized her up.