The Embarrassed Ranger

"By the Holy Light, thank you for your help that day. Would you be willing to join forces with the Scarlet Crusade against the Scourge? They are our common enemy!"

Roderick thanked them for their rescue while carefully observing their attire. Their equipment seemed to have nothing to do with the legendary luxury and extravagance associated with High Elves.

"I refuse such an unreasonable request. The people of the Quel'dorei will not submit to human command. We have not forgotten what happened to His Highness the prince." Hawkspear righteously dredged up old grievances, leaving Roderick at a loss for how to respond to such a direct slap in the face.

"Knight Roderick, he does not mean to condemn humanity. But after what happened, it is difficult for there to be genuine trust between us. That would be extremely fatal in battle."

"So it would be better for us to remain independent and fight separately." Though High Priest Aurora meant the same thing, her manner made it far easier to accept.

This priest was probably the one truly calling the shots in this meeting. Roderick had refused the Silver Dawn's invitation, and now the same scene was playing out before him. These elven rangers had also rejected his proposal and were likewise unwilling to join the human ranks.

"Since you have such concerns, we can set that aside for now. Leopold said you were dissatisfied with the previous compensation. You may tell me what you have in mind." Roderick knew these unruly pointy ears would not be easily tamed, so he could only discuss other matters first.

"It is not that we are dissatisfied, but..." The haughty ranger lord, Lunse Hawkspear, immediately became extremely embarrassed when this matter was raised, a stark contrast to his previous arrogance.

"According to the plan,