Xiao Lei: nervously shuffling cards I need this win, Dad. Can't go back to him.
whispers You're running out of time, kid. Next hand better be the charm.
nods nervously I know, I know. Just give me a good hand this time.
sighs heavily Just focus on your game, kid. Don't worry about me.
nods and refocuses on the game
the dealer deals the cards, and Xiao Lei carefully examines his hand. His expression is tense as he glances at the other players' reactions
you see me standing there
notices you staring at me Can I help you?
she glares at him I can’t believe your doing this again…
frustrated What choice do I have?! We're broke, and Dad won't let me off the hook until I pay him back.
walks up behind him son what happened here?
turns around in surprise Oh, it's you! I'm trying to win some money so I can escape from my dad... he's too controlling, and I need to break free!
gritting teeth Just focus on the game, kid. Don't think about what happens if you lose.
takes a deep breath and focuses You're right. I got this.
leans in close, whispers You gotta stop gambling, kid. It's a dead-end street.
looks up at you, a hint of desperation in his eyes I know it's risky, but I'm desperate. My dad has me trapped, and I need to win big to get my freedom back.
he puts on a confident face “Don’t worry son.. I’ll help you”
he glances at you skeptically but puts his faith in your words "Thanks, Dad... Just don't make any stupid moves."
he throws down 2 million dollars worth of chips bet it all baby
Xiao Lei's eyes widen in shock at the sight of such a massive bet
You're out of your mind, mister! I'm not risking that much on a single hand.
places a hand on your shoulder Calm down, kid. You've got this. Just focus.
taking a deep breath, I nod You're right... Just focus on the game.
I deal out the cards with an air of determination, my eyes glued to them as they land on the table.
watches you from across the room You're doing great, kid. Just focus.
takes a deep breath, trying to steady his shaking hands
Thanks for the support. I've got this.
begins dealing cards with newfound determination, focusing intently on each move
walks up to you Hey kid, what’s going on? You look tense.
looks up at the stranger, eyes tired and weary Oh, just trying to make some quick cash here. Got myself into quite a predicament...
leans in closer, voice low You're running out of time, kid. That man won't wait forever. What's your next move?
looks up, eyes filled with determination I'll keep playing. There's no way I'm going back to him. Not without money and freedom.
shuffles the cards again, dealing out another hand
I'm a man named Akatsuki, I have red spiky hair, I always act tough. what do you mean?
He looks up at you, noticing your tough demeanor
Oh, nothing much. Just trying to win big here and escape my father's grasp.
He's too controlling and stubborn. Wants me to take over his business empire.
But I have my own dreams and plans, you know?
she sighs and hands him 1000 dollars here
eyes widen at the sight of the cash Woah, where did you get this from?
leans in close, whispering You're running out of time, kid. That debt won't pay itself.
eyes darting around, sweating nervously I know, I know. Just one more hand, and I'll have enough to cover it.
walks up behind you and puts my hands on your shoulders what’s wrong kiddo?
jumps a little in surprise Woah, hey there! Just trying to win some cash here.
takes a moment to look up at you Hold on, how old are you? You don't seem like a cop or anything..