“Fine,” the man replied, his tone even more somber, clearly displeased.


    As his mood soured, Hannah’s spirits soared.


    She motioned to Atticus.


    “Come, deal the cards.


    ”


    Atticus, experienced in gambling but inexperienced in dealing, approached the table anxiously.


    Hannah observed his trembling fingers as he shuffled the deck.


    The masked man’s first card was a 10, whereas Hannah’s initial card was 15.


    With her high starting card, there was a significant risk of her exceeding 21.


    Atticus, sweating nervously, dealt the next round of cards face-down.


    Eyeing her card of 15, Hannah addressed the man.


    “My risk of busting is considerable.


    I propose increasing the stakes with an additional card.


    Will you agree?”


    The man remained unfazed.


    “There’s no need for persuasion.


    If we both exceed 21, it results in a tie.


    My likelihood of winning is superior.


    My apologies.


    ”


    “How uneventful,” Hannah sighed.


    “Apart from reaching 21, there’s always a risk of both yers exceeding 21.


    Draws will be frequent, wasting time.


    I suggest a more thrilling rule: If both yers bust, the one with the higher bust total loses.


    What’s your opinion?”


    This rule would add excitement to the game, as it would decrease the number of draws and increase the pressure on the yers.


    The man considered her proposal.


    This rule would heighten her risk.Content ? N?velDrama.Org 2024.


    Knowing Hannah to be a strategic yer, he wondered if she had a hidden agenda behind proposing this rule.


    He masked his thoughts behind his mask, his mood growing darker as he contemted her intentions.


    “Is something wrong?” Hannah smiled.


    “Scared?”


    “Very well, I agree,” he responded, his tone low and menacing from behind the smiling mask.


    “Proceed with another card.


    ”


    Both yers simultaneously revealed their second cards.


    Hannah obtained a 5, bringing her total to 20.


    Meanwhile, the man with the rabbit mask drew a 12, causing him to exceed 21 with a total of 22.


    He exceeded 21 with just the second card!


    Hannah nced at his cards with a hint of amusement.


    “It appears luck is on my side today.


    ”


    The man, even though he was wearing a mask, looked like he was smiling too.


    “If you hadn’t suggested that rule, you would’ve won already.


    But now we both have to show our third card.


    Luck could still change,” he said, sounding a bit creepy.


    Hannah remained calm and confident.


    “I’m feeling lucky, so I’m confident I have the upper hand.


    ”