A few hours after Rocky's departure, the trio returned to the dwarves' main planet. Alm and Bruno knew exactly where to find the densest Netherium and easily mined it.
When they got back, they found the city completely deserted. Not just the city, but the royal castle was empty too. All the dwarves were busy, taking turns attending Zaimo's lessons and then diligently practicing in their own forges. Zaimo was working hard, and all the dwarves were focused on this great opportunity.
King Nival came to meet the whale, though it was clear he was reluctant to leave the forge. The whale nodded with satisfaction and said, "Just take me to where the records I left in the past are. I want to read them to see if my memories become clearer. After that, you can go back."