The courtyard erupted into action. Knights scrambled to set up boards, shuffle cards, and position dice. Some rearranged tables for more space, while others called dibs on who would play against Aisha first. The air was electric with excitement.
Julie sighed, shaking her head as she watched Aisha already hopping between tables, scanning her opponents like a general about to lead an army into battle.
'Of course she took my joke literally.'
Isabelle, standing beside Julie, chuckled softly. "She really does have a competitive streak, doesn't she?"
Julie smirked. "Oh, you have no idea."
Aisha clapped her hands once, loudly. "Alright! Let's set some rules!" She announced. "Since I'll be playing multiple games at once, I'll make my moves quickly! No stalling! No delays! If you take too long, I'm moving on!"
The knights exchanged glances, some grinning in anticipation, others muttering things like, "Oh, she's serious-serious."
