"OWW! You bastard!" Kael howled, swatting his hand away. "Why are you pinching me?!"
"To see if I'm dreaming!"
"Then pinch yourself, you ancient fossil!"
Before Ramos could reply, a thunderous roar erupted.
"USELESS!"
Ruth's furious voice echoed through the room like an explosion. The next moment, both Kael and Ramos found themselves launched out of the chamber like ragdolls.
THUD!
The duo hit the ground outside the door, groaning in pain.
Inside, Ruth dusted his hands as if removing some troublesome debris and muttered, "Children..."
Then, raising his voice slightly, he added, "Leave the matter with the Ice Elves to me. I've reached a consensus with them. They'll be sending an envoy soon."
He paused just as he was about to leave, turning slightly with his back to them.
"Before you leave for the capital, this will be handled. You only need to do your part—and get going."
Just before stepping out, he added in a low voice, "Also… I've called in helpers for you."
