The dealer flipped it, revealing it to be true.
“It is the King!”
Those who had doubted Hannah fell silent, stepping back without a word.
The thrill-seekers in the crowd turned their attention back to her, probing, “Are you really the Magician? Then who is she?”
“Simply an amateur scam artist.” Hannah grinned, laughing freely, and stared across at the woman with no pretense.
“Next time you try to impersonate someone, make sure you don’t get caught in the act.”
“Caught? Do you have proof?” the masked woman shot back, her tone defiant.
“The game’s not even started yet. Don’t get ahead of yourself!”
Hannah shot a fleeting glance at the dealer next to her.
“Shall we get started? Deal the cards.”
The masked woman and the dealer locked eyes for a moment.
With a subtle nod, the dealer meticulously shuffled the deck and handed a card to both Hannah and the other woman behind the mask.
The masked woman grabbed her card, looked at Hannah, and announced, “Two of spades. Tough luck, Miss.
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A collective exhale emanated from the audience.
“God of Gambling starts strong. The other lady’s luck has run out!”
Peeking at her own card, Hannah realized they’d conspired to set a trap.
She held a six of diamonds. It was a certain loss if the cards were shown.
Hannah tapped her card lightly, locking eyes with the masked woman.
“Care for a second chance? Best two out of three?”
“Hahahahahahahaha!! You’re funny!” The masked woman erupted into derisive laughter.
“Miss, a loss is a loss. No need to save face.
I’m God of Gambling, and I stand by my rules. A single round seals the deal, and that’s that.
She squinted at Hannah.
“Scared to show your hand, are you? It’s just 10 million.”