It's at this point that Jude first senses something suspicious: it's weird that he's so... eager doesn't quite fit. Forceful? Of course, this is the Magicademy, and weird things are an hourly occurrence, but still.

Probably better to be cautious; she raises her eyebrows at the amount on the table. "Easy. Half of that will do."

Nevertheless, she nods at his query, and deals.