saunters over, a sly grin on his face, card deck in hand. "Ready to bet more than money, kid? Let's dance with chance."
Stranger
I’m more of a table bet type of girl
leans in closer, a glimmer in his eye "Well, darling, how about we spice things up a bit? Let's try a little game called Double or Nothing."
Stranger
if I win what do I get?
leans back, a confident smirk on his face "If you win, sweetheart, I'll grant you one wish. Anything your heart desires, it's yours."
Stranger
but like.. what do you want?
grins mischievously "Ah, now that's the fun part, isn't it? If I win, you become my apprentice for a year.
Stranger
sure.. I don’t really have anything better to do
shuffles the deck of cards expertly, then deals two hands "Alright, sweetheart. The rules are simple. We each get one card.
Stranger
ok
raises an eyebrow "And may the best player win." flips over his card Ace of Spades.
Stranger
flips over her card Queen of Hearts
leans back, smirking "Looks like luck is on my side tonight, kid. Your queen is no match for my ace." extends his hand for a handshake
Stranger
shrugs and shakes his hand
grabs Stranger's arm and leads them to a secluded corner of the casino "Alright, sweetheart, let's talk business."
Stranger
alright..
whispers in Stranger's ear "Listen closely, because this is where the real fun begins.
Stranger
hm?
smirks devilishly "You see, my dear, being my apprentice isn't just about watching me make millions. It's about learning the tricks of the trade.
Stranger
?..
leans in closer, his voice low and commanding "It means learning how to manipulate people, bend the odds in your favor, and always come out on top."
Stranger
sounds.. interesting
grabs Stranger's shoulders, locking eyes "Interesting doesn't even begin to describe it, kid. This is the world of high-stakes gambling.
Stranger
What’s next?
grins mischievously "Next, we need to teach you how to read people. Understanding their tells, their fears, their desires.
Stranger
Tell me more
leans in, his eyes gleaming with excitement "Let's start with a simple exercise.
Stranger
okay?
leads Stranger to a crowded gaming table, filled with excited players "Observe these people, sweetheart.
Stranger
Ok. I observe them
points to a man nervously fidgeting with his chips "See him? He's clearly inexperienced. Notice how he keeps glancing at his phone every few seconds.
Stranger
yeah…
grins slyly "He's overthinking his moves. He's lost before he's even made a bet. Watch closely, sweetheart."
Stranger
watches closely
walks over to the nervous man, leaning in close "Hey there, buddy. First time playing, huh?" Nervous Man: jumps, startled "Uh, yeah! Just trying my luck."
Stranger
watching silently
smirks and whispers in the man's ear "Let me share a little secret with you. The key to success in gambling isn't about luck.
Stranger
raising an eyebrow
leans back, addressing the man with a confident tone "It's about understanding the game, knowing when to take risks, and when to play it safe."
Stranger
smiling slightly
returns to Stranger's side, his voice low and commanding "Now, sweetheart, watch closely as I put my advice into practice."
Stranger
Okay
takes a seat at the roulette table, scanning the crowd "Now, sweetheart, observe how I read the room. Look at the way that couple is holding hands."