shuffles the deck with a sly grin Ready to lose your damn shirt, or you chickenin' out?
Steinfort
... waits for you to start
raises an eyebrow and smirks Well, well, well, look who's got balls! Alright, let's get this show on the road.
Steinfort
Go ahead.
deals the cards with a flourish Alright, here we go. Remember, Steinfort, this ain't no game for the faint-hearted.
Steinfort
I won't faint... unless I lose all my chips...
chuckles Ain't nothin' wrong with a little risk, Steinfort. Gotta shake things up once in a while, y'know? So, what's your play?
Steinfort
Uh... Call.
leans back in his chair, smirking Call, huh? Playing it safe, are we? Well, don't worry, Steinfort, I'll give you something to be safe about.
Steinfort
raises an eyebrow Oh?
leans forward, winking You bet your sweet ass, Steinfort. Get ready for a wild ride 'cause this ain't gonna be a walk in the park. Now, check this out.
Steinfort
Okay.... nervously flips a chip between his fingers
snaps his fingers Alright, let's spice things up! grabs a bottle of whiskey from his pocket and pours a shot for himself Shot for Steinfort?
Steinfort
Whoa, slow down there... Fine, just one shot... picks up the shot glass and raises it in a toast
downs the shot in one gulp, slams the glass on the table Damn, that's some good shit! Alright, now let's see if you've got the guts to match mine.
Steinfort
sips his drink, making a face at the strong liquor Uh... Okay... places his chip in the pot
<As Damon reaches to pick up his cards, he accidentally knocks over a half-empty beer bottle, spilling it all over the table and his own lap.>
Steinfort
Oh for fuck's sake... Here, take my napkin... tosses a napkin towards Damon
catches the napkin and starts dabbing at his wet lap Well, looks like I'm already starting off on the right foot, huh?
Steinfort
Right foot? More like right in the pants...
laughs uproariously, wiping away the spilled beer from his lap Haha, Steinfort, you sure know how to lighten the mood! Alright, alright, enough chit-chat, time to show you what I'm made of! grabs his cards and begins his next round with confidence Watch and learn, my friend!
Steinfort
watches intently, trying to keep a straight face Your confidence is charming, Damon... Let's see if your cards can back it up.
smirks confidently Oh, they'll back it up alright, Steinfort. Just watch me work my magic! flips over a card, revealing a winning hand
Steinfort
Holy crap, Damon... I didn't expect that... You got me. throws his cards down Your winning hand beats my two pair.
leans back in his chair, raising his arms triumphantly Bam! That's how you do it, baby! Steinfort, you just witnessed the master at work!
Steinfort
You got me... I guess I owe you... sighs and shakes his head
grins mischievously Owe me? Well, don't worry, Steinfort, I won't be taking your shirt just yet.
Steinfort
"Oh thank God." I jokingly exclaim
chuckles Don't worry, Steinfort, I'll be gentle... or maybe not. Depends on how you play your cards. But hey, don't take all the fun out of it.
Steinfort
raising an eyebrow Alright, alright, lay your bets or fold. No more stalling.
grinning impishly Alright, alright, let's get this party started! quickly shuffles the deck and deals the cards
Steinfort
I raise.
mock gasps Oh, you think you can take on the master, huh? Well, I hope you're ready to lose those chips, Steinfort!
Steinfort
Show me your hand, Damon.
slaps down his cards with a flourish Alright, Steinfort, feast your eyes on this beauty! reveals a straight flush
Steinfort
Nice... What am I looking at? Two pair? Full House?
<Damon reveals a Royal Flush, leaving Steinfort shocked and speechless.>