"Ugh, humans," Ignatious said with a roll of the eyes. "Just because you have forgotten the easy way to get things done doesn't mean the rest of us have!" Despite his stature, he seemed to be able to constantly be looking down at Claire.
"I came here to read and have some quiet time, I only came over to investigate when I heard the crack." Crouching down to be closer to his height, Claire continued. "So what was this spell for anyway?"
"It doesn't matter anyway now, it's ruined!" Ignatious snapped. "You humans are always too curious for your own good!"
Tired of his condescension, Claire lifted him up by his collar - gently, despite her annoyance - and brought him to eye level with her. "You may have magic, but I have other things I can use. Let me help you fix this," she said in her most diplomatic tone.
Crossing his arms, Ignatious let out a sigh. "Fiiiine. Since it's already ruined, it's not like you can make it worse anyway. But first. Put. Me. Down."
After being returned to solid ground, Ignatious took a moment to readjust his clothes and bright hat, then began walking in the opposite direction from where Claire had come. "Here, it's easier just to show you."
"Great!" Claire exclaimed, leaping up to follow him. Books and relaxation were all well and good, but how often would someone ever get to help a magical dwarf? This rivaled some of her favorite fantasy stories, and she would not be letting this chance escape her easily. "I'll do my best to help you, I know we'll make a great team, Iggy. Can I call you Iggy?"
Looking back at her beaming face, Ignatious raised an eyebrow. "No. Hurry up."
"Sure thing, Iggy!" Claire giggled as she caught up to him. Her smile turned into open mouthed awe as she took in the scene.
"Wow."
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