Noticing the placements of each knight, along with the black King's fortified defenses, Arlia moved her Rooks into the front line, positioning them in such a way that any attempts to defeat them would result in the attacking piece falling to the pawns. "I somehow found that very easy to believe. Even so, I suppose my skill is still below you both," she replied with a light-hearted tone, wanting to bring Nigel out of his state of grief and despair. "Still, whether I win or lose, it doesn't matter. What matters is that I get to see you play. To me, studying your tactics is an enjoyment in itself."