Inside the stone chamber, there were mountains of wheat piled on one side and hesitant Dwarves on the other.
"You have all seen it. This is my sincerity. In return, you must show me yours. Once both sides have shown sincerity, we can naturally work together happily!" Romon said.
After hearing Romon's words, Elder Butland and the group of Dwarves gathered into a circle again and discussed the matter in low voices. They all felt that establishing this stronghold would not cost the Dwarves much manpower or resources. The long-term trade afterward would benefit both sides as well. It was a deal worth making.
"Count Teta Xiao, since you have put it this way, we are willing to trust you," Elder Butland said. "We will proceed according to these terms."
"Good. Then may our cooperation be pleasant." Romon smiled and treated them generously.
After the Dwarves had eaten and drunk their fill, they took back as many sacks of wheat as they could carry.
They returned to their tribe in the Dwarf Kingdom and told the other clansmen what Romon meant. The Dwarves were all delighted.
Living in the underground world, they lacked many things. Food was their most precious wealth. When they heard that Romon was willing to provide them with a thousand tons of grain, they were all overjoyed.
However, some Dwarves raised doubts about it.
The Dwarf tribe's Elders Council convened in a very large cave.
"Elder Butland, the news you brought back is indeed very encouraging, but can that human truly fulfill his promise?" One Dwarf elder could not help voicing his opinion.
Deep down, this Dwarf elder was also greatly tempted by the news Butland had brought back. Yet his distrust of humans made him cautious.
"Elder Pete, your concerns are quite valid. Even if