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...." The general's tone made it clear that
such a delay would be regarded as a major nuisance.
"Certainly not!" huffed the dwarf. "I am fully empowered
to make such a decision. And make it I shall, though of
course there are some problems to be worked out."
The general stood mute, arms crossed at his chest. He
looked down at the diminutive derro.
"The details are manifold," explained the dwarf, turning
to pace about the platform atop the tower. He moved awk-
wardly, dragging his twisted right foot, but the impediment
did not seem to slow him down. He spoke slowly, as if deep
in thought.
"Our materials, particularly coal, are in short supply. We
can find more, but it will be costly, and, naturally, our price
must reflect this. We will be forced to triple the fee."
The general chuckled, deep within the enclosing confines
of his armor and helm. "An amusing thought." The laughter
abruptly ceased. "Our fee will be doubled, as the work is
doubled. No more."
After a discreet pause the dwarf nodded his acceptance.
Still in profile to the general, his hand surreptitiously
slipped around the iron amulet that hung at his neck
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