Bifur the Dull


"Bifur," said Thorin, "do you understand the kind of risks that are inherent with this journey?"

"Um, hmm, um, hmm," grunted the inarticulate Bifur.

"And I want you to keep your self-control and do not let your feistiness overcome you," Thorin continued, "And don't let anyone pull that axe shard out of your head, because we know your brain damage will increase without it."

Bifur waved his arms impatiently in Thorin's face.

"All right!" said Thorin, "I know we've been through this before. But better safe than sorry, don't you think?"

Bifur snorted.

"One day, you'll thank me for this."