Warwick shivers and covers his arms with his hands.
"I'm go-going to ta-tag the Ga-gate real qu-quick," Warwick stutters.
"Okay, I'll wait here."
Warwick walks closer to the Mana Tunnel, slowing down more and more as he succumbs to the cold.
"I-i-i'm not go-going to ma-make it... Su-summon Demo-moko!"
Demoko appears, still waking up and now sitting in the snow.
Demoko starts growling at Avelin, before realizing she's not there and Warwick is freezing.
Altam prepares for a potential conflict from his location, as Demoko lifts Warwick up.
"Th-thanks, Demoko. I need to t-tag the Gate, th-then h-head inside."
Demoko nods, and starts carrying Warwick forward before stating, "You know it is a Mana Tunnel, not a Moon Gate."
"Whatever,"
They tag the Mana Tunnel and start heading back as Altam looks more terrified the closer they get to him.
"Altam, you should chill out," Warwick jests in passing, having warmed up somewhat.
"Are you sure that thing is safe?" Altam asks nervously.
"Not after being called 'that thing'!" Demoko snaps back.
"I appreciate that, but don't make yourself seem more threatening," Warwick commends.
"Sorry, I am safe,"
Altam cautiously follows them, a bit more concerned now.
As they approach the entrance to the Hillwen mines, the two armored giants guarding the entrance cross their lances to block the path.
"Are you working for Cichol?" One of the guards asked.
"No, I'm just here with my pet and my patron to learn engineering."
"Is your pet under control?"
"Fully."
The two guards look at each other and nod, then lift their lances for them to walk in.
The trio walk in and see several engineers and researchers, all giants.
There's a minecart rail running through the center of the room towards an elevator managed by a guard and two giants in black trenchcoats.
Warwick approaches one of the engineers.
A shirtless, older-looking, yet extremely muscular giant holding a huge drill with a long shaft that appears more like a lance.
"Hector, the finest engineer of all time. It's a pleasure to meet you," Warwick cheerfully introduces, whilst holding out his hand for a shake.
"Ah, my fame precedes me! Great to meet you too, little one!" Hector states, giving Warwick a painfully firm handshake.
Warwick gathers his footing after the handshake ends.
"I'm wanting to get into engineering, and was hoping to buy some supplies off you and enter the mines."
"I have the money, just let me know how much you need for his goods," Altam informs.
"Ah, so what is it you're looking for?"
"I need a Zeder II, a Mining Drill, two sets of Training Mana Bullets, and an Engineering Bag."
"That will be 25,650 gold."
Altam gulps, then pays Hector in full.
Hector gives the equipment to Warwick, who manages to fit everything into the fanny pack sized bag.
"While I'm here, could you use help with anything?" Warwick asks.
"Yes, though I can only allow each person to help once a month. I'm sure it will help with your training," Hector informs.
"Definitely!" Warwick exclaims.
"Great good luck! If you manage to make 5, I'll exchange them for a reward." Hector states, handing Warwick 50 Hilwen Ore Fragments.
Warwick gains a huge grin as he realizes these are regular Hilwen Ore Fragments.
Using the workbench, Warwick pounds the glowing fragments together on the anvil.
Warwick manages to succeed every time and creates 10 Hillwen.
He puts 5 of them in his Engineering Bag and hands the other five to Hector.
"Great job," Hector states, as he hands him 3,000 gold, 1 Emerald Core, and an Adventurer's Seal.
Warwick's eyes grow wide at the amount of gold.
"Could my wolfman friend give it a try?" Warwick asks.
"Sure. What's your name boy?" Hector asks Demoko.
"My name is Demoko. I was not aware you would give me this chance."
"Of course, here." Hector hands Demoko 10 Hillwen Ore.
Demoko succeeds 8 times, and has 4 ore left over.
He hands hector the 5, and gives the reward to Warwick.
"Altam, here," Warwick prompts, handing Altam the 6,000 gold.
"You don't need to do that."
"It's the least I can do. You made this possible. Also, worst-case scenario, I borrow it from you again."
Altam sighs then accepts the gold.
"Altam, can you take us back to Tir Chonaill?"
Altam nods.
Warwick yells "Return!" as Altam puts one hand on his shoulder, and uses a Waxen Wing to teleport them where they first met Avelin.
"Thanks, for everything. I should be able to make it to Emain Macha if I need to meet with you again."
Altam nods and teleports away with a Waxen Wing.
Warwick heads to the bank and sees it's closed for the night.
"Figures. I should probably get some sleep."
Warwick heads back behind the Grocery Store, summons Demoko, and the two rest for the night.
Introduction: A Djinn's Wish
Introduction: The Protagonist
Episode One: Nighttime Detour, A Meet With A Djinn
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