But as the night wore on, the game took an unexpected turn. A fierce storm rolled in outside, and the power went out, plunging the room into darkness.

As they played, Ammayum shared stories of her childhood, of her own mother teaching her the game, and of family gatherings around the board. The children listened with wide eyes, feeling grateful for the special bond they shared with their mother.

From that night on, the family made it a point to have regular game nights, sharing stories, laughter, and love around the kambi board.