The air in the restaurant had turned into a festive whirl, thick with laughter and the occasional outburst of friendly arguments.
Plates were piled high with roasted meats, sweet pastries, and exotic fruits, most of which were now half-devoured.
Jorin, of course, had already made it his personal mission to try everything the establishment had to offer, while Lara chatted animatedly, her hands fluttering like a bird's wings as she spoke.
Rydel sat more quietly, though even he had been swept into the energy of the evening, his face softened by the warm atmosphere.
But then, Jorin had another one of his ideas.
"We need a game!" he announced, slamming his goblet down on the table, causing a few startled looks from nearby patrons. "Something to test our skills. Something fun."