Chapter 0229 Digging the Wall
The low-rise workshop, the stuffy environment, the slovenly appearance, and the clanking noises.
The scene was the same as when she first came to Augura City half a year ago, and she smiled when she recognized Jaina.
"Your Highness...it's Your Highness Jaina!
Welcome, welcome!"
As a rough and bold voice sounded, the dwarves who were still hammering on the iron tools stopped their work one after another.
And Riggins, whose beard was covered with dust and whose face was full of smiles, trotted towards Gianna...
Rubbing his calloused hands on his clothes, Riggins saluted Gianna in a very gentlemanly manner.
When seeing the dwarves in this room, even Sean looked a little surprised.
Just like goblins, the number of dwarves is not large, and most of them live in the Troman Kingdom in the east of the continent.
Dwarves are good at crafting and are the best craftsmen on the continent. However, because the Troman Kingdom and the White Night Empire are hostile, not a single dwarf can be seen in the entire White Night Empire.
In order to enhance its military strength and build excellent equipment, the White Night Empire once spent a lot of money in an attempt to hire dwarves, but it received unanimous resistance from all the dwarves...
Because in the eyes of the dwarves who are united, rigorous and serious, they are not only friends but also enemies. The White Night Empire and Troman are enemies, and the dwarves do not know how to follow others, let alone betray their country for the sake of profit.
Sean looked at Riggins with interest because Riggins was staring at Gianna intently.
The hospitable dwarves gathered around Jaina diligently, but the strong smell of sweat gave Jaina a headache.
"My beautiful princess, I have recently built two pieces of equipment that I am very satisfied with. If your highness is interested, I can give it to you...at a 60% discount!"
Seemingly thinking that Jaina was here to buy equipment, Riggins patted his thick chest rather boldly, and he was bleeding heavily...
"Equipment... don't worry yet~"
Faced with Riggins' enthusiasm, Jaina covered her mouth and smiled. Her graceful and elegant gesture made Riggins elated.
"Uh...this guy..."
Seemingly seeing some signs, Sean's face suddenly darkened.
A dwarf actually dares to covet His Highness's beauty. This makes us, the former Holy Mage, a little unhappy...
"Since we are old friends, I'll get straight to the point~"
Didn't catch Sean's gaze.
Jaina took a few steps forward and started chatting with Riggins in a familiar manner.
"Ogilia is in chaos, and business in Gust Province shouldn't be easy, right?
I wonder if Mr. Riggins is interested in developing somewhere else?"
Jaina winked at him mischievously.
"Your Highness is saying..."
Riggins scratched his head and was a little stunned by Gianna's sudden suggestion...
"Mainte Province is also my territory. It is also rich in iron ore, and due to war and Warcraft, the supply of equipment and weapons there exceeds the demand~"
No more beating around the bush, Jaina directly stated her purpose.
"But... Your Highness, I live in Augu La..."
Riggins scratched his head, looking embarrassed.
"The quality of the ore in the Khan'ank Mountains is better than that in the Grand Canyon. Those high-quality ores that are exclusively for the Goblin Chamber of Commerce are not available outside. I can make the decision and give some to you~"
Sweet smile, sincere eyes, plus rare ores...
Riggins's eyes lit up.
The reason why the dwarves were willing to settle in Augula City was simply because they valued the good quality ore in the Grand Canyon of Augula City.
Dwarves also do business, but they are not good at business. Rather than bargaining, they prefer to hammer those red iron blocks...
The purpose of running a workshop is to survive, but the life of a dwarf is to be able to build better equipment.
Just like the vampire's thirst for blood.
The dwarves are so enthusiastic about crafting equipment that they almost regard their work as a religion.
Their persistence in work, their pursuit of excellence in what they do and their equipment, and their spirit of craftsmanship make them worthy of the title of mainland craftsmen.
"To be honest... Your Highness!
I'm tempted, but... I have to move the entire workshop to Main..."
Riggins shrugged, seeming to be hesitating, and Jaina smiled and suddenly patted his shoulder.
"I'll rebuild your workshop for free!
Soldiers will escort you all the way!
The location of the workshop is up to you!
Give you permanent land use rights!
I won't charge any rent!
And the iron ore is available for free!”
One attractive offer after another made Riggins' expression change again and again.
Own your own land!
Brand new dwarf workshop!
A forever free store!
Unlimited supply of iron ore!
All right……
No more thinking about it!
The tangled expression was replaced by excitement and joy.
Riggins suddenly turned his head and looked at his companion who was still waiting by the fire.
"Stop all the stoves and pack your tools!
Guys, we’re moving!”
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Three hours' time.
Riggins packed everything he could take away from the workshop.
But looking at the luggage piled up like a hill, weighing more than ten tons, the corners of Jaina's eyes began to cramp...
"Are you sure you want to take these away?"
Pots, shovels, even the rotten hammers the dwarves used...
"No...no way, Your Highness! Dwarves are used to owning their own things. Even old shoes are sentimental, not to mention those tools!"
Wiping the sweat from his forehead with his broad palm, Riggins smiled happily as he looked at the empty workshop.
"Well...it looks like we need to gather some carriages!"
Jaina curled her lips and looked at the huge, smelly and messy packages wrapped in unknown leather. She gestured to Sean.
The heavy luggage would probably need to be loaded onto a dozen vehicles if it was pulled by four horses, so Jaina prepared to mobilize some auxiliary troops.
"No no no, Your Highness!
You are generous enough, we can handle these things ourselves~"
Understanding Jaina's intention, Riggins shook his head.
While speaking, the ground suddenly trembled...
Three huge monsters were dragged out of the backyard by the dwarves.
Three giant short-tailed lizards…
It is more than two meters tall and nearly five meters long. It has a strong body and a terrifying appearance. It has stubby limbs with sharp claws, a round belly close to the ground, palm-sized brown scales, and a big mouth that is constantly drooling.
…
As soon as this ugly guy appeared, Jaina's face turned pale...
"Don't be afraid, Your Highness!
This is an earth dragon, an omnivorous monster, a mount domesticated by dwarves.
The strength, strong endurance and strength of the intermediate monsters are the favorites of dwarves!
More than ten tons of cargo is not a problem at all for these three guys!"
Riggins walked over, patted the earth dragon beast's belly vigorously, and introduced it very proudly.
When she heard the word "mount", Jaina suddenly remembered something...
Her pale face was replaced by a flush, and she excitedly pointed at the three big lizards and asked anxiously.
"Riggins, this guy...
Chapter completed!