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Chapter 99: Another one
"And we have a winner Congratulations!&8221; The attendant was all s up the cards, waving at the theically transfor
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Stored Sum: 18 Million-Mint Gold Shields
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The Aeth Vaot lucky, beast Even a blind, beaten dog can occasionally find what his master sets hienuine encourage away his scorn
Dorian smiled wider He did not like this Vampire, not at all He reminded Dorian of some of the ruder people he’d met on earth, the type of people that didn’t care at all for you or your life If they got in an accident with you and nearly killed you due to their drinking and driving, they were the type liable to blame you for it
"Oh, is that so? Then, would you dare to bet again?&8221; Dorian waved at the loot he held, his eyes gleaer excite
"Hahahaha WOULD I DARE?&8221; The Aeth Vahed as if he had heard a hilarious joke The air around hian to vibrate with power, a hint of a deathly Aura appearing
"Hey now Let’s take it easy here&8221;
The previously quiet fully arht as he broke into the discussion He gave off an Aura of his own, one full of robust energy, interrupting the Aeth Vampire
"Captain Bim When will you learn to mind your own business?&8221; The Aeth Vampire turned its attention over to the armored human At the same time, however, the Aura that had appeared faded away
The Captain held his hands up in surrender as the tension faded, settling back onto his seat
"We’re here to relax and play gaht? Let’s play&8221; He suests Please remember that acts of violence are forbidden here&8221; The attendant spoke up, his voice not betraying even a hint of nervousness
"Fine, fine I was just talking, I wasn’t doing anything&8221; The Aeth Va to look directly at Dorian
"Let’s play again&8221; The Vaers at him as he continued,
"This tied Aeth Va white Pills appeared, floating in the air
"Twenty Two Ironskin Pills, all Lord Class I created them myself, and can personally attest to their value and effectiveness They should be enough to match your Natural Treasure in value&8221; His voice was full of confidence as he stared directly at Dorian
"The bet is accepted Will anyone besides the house match it?&8221; The attendantthe Pills into the pot area after exa
Dorian looked at the Pills
‘Why, not right?’ Even if he didn’t know their use or need them, he could still sell thelanced at his Winnings Card A few small lines of instruction could be seen on the backside of the card One of these lines informed him that he couldn’t raise bets with the value of the card and could only use it when he withdrew anything from it
Dorian slid forward the Golden Leaf, his smile unbroken
"Any other betters?&8221;
The rest of the table passed, all of the with interest The bystanders, a crowd of about 10 well-dressed nobles, Wizards, orat the Dorian and the Aeth Vaht Everyone, please place your Ante in the center if you have not already done so The House will record this Ante based on the estimated value If you have an objection, raise it now&8221;
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Posted Pot: 26 Million-Mint Gold Shields
Stored Sum: 18 Million-Mint Gold Shields
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"Another large bet, eh?&8221; The Nightlord looked at the scene in the bowl jovially, his eyes full of cheer He rubbed his hands in appreciation, as if looking at a delightful fruit ready to be plucked
"No need to lose such a large bet twice in a row&8221; He shook his head,
"Es next to him,
"Have the dealer win&8221;
The tall woman bowed her head to the obese owner of the casino,
"As you co a Spell
"Fate Magic: Guiding Hands&8221;
Dorian watched as the dealer prepared to shuffle the deck
‘Bend to ain! But this tirinned internally at the thought This was fun
WHOOSH
Dorian felt a large ay leave his body, much more than the previous tie: Lord (Middle)
Health: Perfect
Energy: 37,309/39,993
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‘2,000 points?!’ His eyes widened ie! Far, far more than the previous attempt! Why was it so much more expensive?!
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The dealer’s hand blurred as he swiftly dealt Dorian and the Vampire a pair of cards He then slid two cards down for hi at them
The Va on his face He turned to glare at Dorian, apparently nursing a grudge
Dorian tapped on his card, but, after a moment, didn’t look at them
The people at the table stared at him expectantly Behind theentlemen like to raise the Ante?&8221; The dealer asked Dorian shook his head, as did the Vampire
"Well? Are you that afraid of what you’ll see that you can’t even look at your own hand?&8221; The Aeth Vampire’s voice was full of scorn as he stared at Dorian’s cards
A few laughs broke out, quickly hushed as Dorian’s eyes turned to look at the crowd
"I don’t need to I’ll do so you all can’t&8221; His voice was full of grandeur andin the heart of the cards&8221; He nodded sagely, as if his words contained great knowledge, foresight, and wisdom
A quiet hush fell over the crowd and those at the table as they stared at Dorian as if he was insane
"Uhh… Deal more or pass?&8221; The attendant stuttered as he recovered fro to look at the Aeth Va at Dorian as if he was an idiot
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The Aeth Valanced at what he was dealt, and then laid his cards down smoothly He hesitated for afor the dealer toto drop the facade? Or continue with your ‘trusting the heart of the cards?'&8221; The Aeth Vahed cheerfully
Dorian shook his head sadly,
"Ah, to be young again Your youthful energy has blinded you to true wisdom&8221;
"Deal more or pass?&8221; The attendant interjected, before the Vae
Dorian looked at him confidently,