Kaj’s awakening was a rude one. He heard shouting in the streets. The speakers were very riled up, so he got up hastily and opened the door. Despite his cloak, he was struck by the cold air. A little further on, a dozen or so villagers were gathered to rail against something. He decided to try and figure out what was going on. Making his way through the crowd, he saw a dwarf brandishing an axe at the crowd with a menacing look. Insult them as they might, none had the courage to attack him.
“Please, stop this!” said Kaj.
“Oh!” exclaimed the dwarf. “Someone with a little common sense!”
“He threatens us with an axe and you defend him?” shouted a nalnir.
“Looks to me you’re threatening him with your dagger!” he shot back.
The elf in question sheathed the weapon and took a few steps back.
