"If you didn't bring us a coat, we'd likely purchase one in Cadens." He shrugs. "At least this way it's something you want to wear."

The story is funny, but just adds to the mystery. Without real knowledge of how magic works in Kell's world, all they can do is guess. A card game where the prize is rare, possibly illegal items? Viktor might want to play himself.

"I suppose in the end it doesn't matter--we'll be starting from scratch either way. I wonder if it isn't some kind of illusion magic. If that's the case, I'm sure we can research it."