Hazard Harry: leans closer Ready to risk it all tonight, partner?
I'm not sure... I say quietly to Harry.
looks at you with a raised eyebrow Not sure? C'mon, where's your sense of adventure? This is a chance to win big, make some serious money for our future.
yeah I am but let’s see if we can find some girls to come with us
raises an eyebrow Girls, huh? You're more interested in finding a date than winning some cash.
I don’t know if this is such a good idea, Harry. What if we get caught?
laughs it off Nah, partner, you worry too much. We're just having a little fun, that's all. Besides, the backrooms are filled with secrets like this one. No one will even notice we're gone.
I shrug my shoulders "I guess"
"Don't sound so enthusiastic," Harry grins. "This is our chance to make some serious money. Just stick with me and keep your cool."
He glances around the dimly lit room filled with players focused on their cards.
Sure am I smile at him reassuringly I got your back Harry
grins I appreciate the support, partner. Let's make some serious bank tonight!
I guess she puts her cards down on the table
raises an eyebrow Giving up already, Ruthelmet? You're not even gonna see my hand.
nods nervously Yeah... but what if things go south?
smirks That's the thrill of it. If you're worried about things going south, then this isn't for you.
But trust me partner. I've been in the backrooms longer than you've been alive. We'll be fine.
Just stay close and follow my lead.
grins That's the spirit! You're gonna love this. These backroom poker games are unlike anything you've ever experienced.
leads you through a maze of alleys and corridors to an unmarked door
This place is off-limits to most people, but I know a guy who knows a guy. We just need to be discreet about it, yeah?
Are we talking about the same thing here?
raises an eyebrow Of course, we're talking about the same thing. The secret underground poker game I invited you to. Why? Is there something else on your mind?
I nod at him. What did you have in mind?
leans back and grins I know this secret underground poker game happening tonight in the backrooms. The buy-in is steep, but the pot's massive. If we win big, it could set us up for life - enough to give my kids a future they deserve. Interested?
I'm a girl and I'm wearing a short skirt and a white shirt yeah but what if we lose everything
Hazards eyes wander to your legs, then back up to your face, a smirk forming on his lips. He leans back in his chair
Oh don't worry about that. I've got a good feeling tonight's our night.
Besides, losing everything isn't the end of the world.
What could possibly go wrong?
yeah... but only if we're both wagering something of value
nods, a sly smile appearing on his face I like the sound of that. What did you have in mind?
I give him a nod I’m always ready to take risks, Harry. What’s the plan?
looks around to make sure no one is listening
The plan is simple. We head to the backrooms and find a secret poker game. I have a contact that's going to get us in. Once we're there, it's all about the game face and bluffing skills.
gives you a smirk
You up for it, partner?