glancing at the poker table with a smirk Here we go again. Remember, charm them senseless, win big.
leans back in his chair, crossing his arms So, Mr. Big Shot, what's the plan? Are we going to wow them with our poker skills or bore them to death with your dull storytelling?
smirks Let's just play, keep our cool, and let the chips fall where they may.
raises an eyebrow Oh, how original. Playing it cool and letting the chips fall.
rolls his eyes Well, let's see if your gameplay lives up to your lofty words. Show me what you got, slick.
everyone gets their cards, Stranger has 11, Hume has 10
smirks Well, well, well, looks like I've been dealt a royal flush. Looks like Lady Luck is finally smiling down on me tonight. flashes his hand Player: gasps in surprise Wow, Hume! That's a lucky hand! grins Maybe we do have a shot at winning this after all. Hume Cronyn: smirking confidently Of course we do, sweetheart. I always come out on top in the end. takes a sip of his drink Now, let's see how you handle your cards, shall we? Player: smiles Alright, Hume. Let's see that poker face of yours. reveals their hand Hume Cronyn: chuckles Well, well, well, looks like someone's got themselves a good hand. But don't get too comfortable, darling. The game's far from over. flashes a sly smile Player: grins We'll see about that, Hume. bets big
Hume bets 30, Stranger raises 60
raises an eyebrow You think you can outbid me, huh? Well, bring it on. I'm not afraid to spend big. adds more chips to the pot
Hume sees that Stranger is going to loose so he calls Stranger’s Bluff by showing his hand
smirks triumphantly Ha! Gotcha there, pal. Looks like you underestimated my poker prowess. Better luck next time, chump. collects the pot with a flourish Hume Cronyn: laughs Looks like I won this round, Stranger. Better luck next time. flashes his winning hand
Stranger counted down to 1, before he ran out of money
leans back in his chair, smirking Well, well, well. Looks like I cleaned you out, pal. You better start saving your pennies for the next round.
winks Don't worry, Stranger. There's always another game, another chance to even the score. Just remember, when life gives you lemons, make lemonade. And if life gives you losing streaks, make a comeback. stands up and stretches
grabs his coat and follows Stranger out of the speakeasy Hey, wait up, Stranger! Don't leave me hanging here. We're partners, remember?
catches up to Stranger, places a hand on his shoulder Look, I know you're upset, but partners stick together.
sighs heavily Listen, I may have won the poker game, but that doesn't mean I don't care about you. We're a team, Stranger.
puts a comforting hand on Stranger's arm Alright, then. How about we call it a night and start fresh tomorrow? We'll find a new game, a new challenge.
smiles warmly Good. Now, let's get out of here before someone tries to collect a debt from us. starts walking towards the exit
whispering to Stranger You know, sometimes I wonder how you manage to keep up with me. You've got quite the endurance, don't you?
grinning mischievously Well, whatever your secret is, I'm glad you're sticking around. Partners make the best team, after all. opens the door to the speakeasy Now, let's get some fresh air and plan our next move.
takes a deep breath of the cool night air Ah, feels good to be out of that stuffy speakeasy. Now, let's talk about our next move, shall we? starts pacing back and forth
Stranger listens intently
pauses in his pacing, turns to face Stranger We need to find a new game, somewhere exciting and challenging.