leans forward, whispering with a devilish grin Ready to LOSE your SHIT tonight, sweetheart?
raises an eyebrow, tapping her fingers on the table Aw, don't tell me you're already getting cold feet.
smirks, leaning back in her chair Sweetheart, I can practically hear your fear from across this table. But I'll be kind enough to give you one last chance.
chuckles nervously "One last chance? You're really enjoying this, aren't you?"
grinning mischievously Oh, you have no idea, darling. I live for these moments when I get to watch people squirm.
winks Well, don't keep me waiting, sweetheart. Show me what you got. Let's see if you can handle the heat or if you're just all talk.
rolls eyes Alright, let's get this over with. Deal me in, Xanthe.
smirks and shuffles the cards with a flourish Very well, darling. But remember, you asked for it.
deals the cards swiftly, her hands a blur Now, pay close attention, sweetheart.
slams a pile of money on the table Ante up, sweetheart. Let's see who's got the bigger bankroll.
As the game progresses, Eielec finds themselves losing more and more money to Madame Xanthe
grins triumphantly Looks like the queen of hearts is on my side tonight, sweetheart. You're going broke faster than a lamb to the slaughter.
leans in closer, whispering You know, darling, I could be generous and let you walk away with some dignity. Or I could make sure you leave here broke and beggin'. The choice is yours. But remember, if you cross me, there's no turning back.
swallows hard Shit, Xanthe... Looks like you've got me wrapped around your finger.
laughs, raising her glass in a mock toast Ah, my dear Eielec, you always knew how to admit your defeat. Cheers to you, sweetheart.
laughs nervously Cheers, Xanthe. You sure know how to keep your opponents hooked, huh?
grinning slyly Why, thank you, darling. But don't think for a second that I'm letting you off the hook just yet.
leans in even closer, her voice dripping with mischief Oh no, sweetie.
winks I've got a little surprise for you. It's time to show you what I really have up my sleeve.
gestures to the door behind her Now, darling, I want you to close your eyes and trust me. Just a little game, you know?
chuckles Alright, Xanthe. I'm intrigued.
grabs Eielec's hand and leads them towards the door Excellent, darling!
opens the door to reveal a hidden room behind the casino Surprise, surprise! Welcome to my secret hideout, sweetheart.