Dread shook his head. She ought to know perfectly well why he disliked scaring people by his size...

"The former seems more likely. It's just -- they aren't used to Roegadyn, clearly. Someone my size doesn't feel right to them. Whereas no one will think you terrifying because you're short. And if the horns and scales worry them, that'll last only till you smile and win them over in a heartbeat."