Zhang Fan went to the casino where Liu Tiezhu worked to see how they earned several hundred yuan a day.
Unexpectedly, they stumbled upon such a scene—a hidden and grand casino operating openly in broad daylight, a stark contrast to the low-key nighttime operations of regular casinos.
The casino's interior is luxuriously decorated, with magnificent crystal chandeliers emitting a soft yet dazzling light that illuminates every inch of the space.
The air was filled with a faint scent of cigar smoke mixed with the aroma of fine perfume, revealing the extraordinary status this place represented.
Around the gambling table, people placed bets with excitement or nervousness, their faces filled with longing and anticipation for the unknown outcome.
Liu Tiezhu stood at the very front of the crowd, wearing a slightly exaggerated cheerleading outfit and waving a small flag. He was leading a group of equally oddly dressed elderly men and women behind him to cheer on the well-dressed and dignified boss.
Whenever the boss's chips increased, they would shout in unison, "Boss, you're so generous!" Their loud voices and imposing manner added a touch of liveliness and energy to the somewhat dull casino.
Zhang Fan looked around, secretly surprised.
The casino was far larger than he had imagined; it was not only fully equipped but also well-managed, clearly backed by powerful forces.
What's even more incredible is that it's open 24/7, breaking the convention of traditional casinos operating at night, which undoubtedly highlights the extraordinary status and confidence of its owner.
Just as I was filled with curiosity and eager to find out more, a young man dressed in designer clothes and exuding aristocratic air slowly entered the casino, escorted by several burly, cold-faced bodyguards.
His demeanor and presence immediately conveyed his extraordinary status.
"Young Master Du?" Zhang Fan was startled, recognizing this young and powerful figure who was renowned in the area.
The Du family holds a pivotal position in both the business and political spheres, and this young master Du recently attempted to acquire his own title.
Zhang Fan never expected that such a secretive and large-scale casino was actually owned by Young Master Du.
Young Master Du stepped deeper into the casino, his sharp gaze sweeping around before finally settling on Lin Bei.
Lin Bei was currently surrounded by women on both sides, enjoying the awe and envy in the eyes of those around him.
A carefree smile graced his face, and his eyes revealed an arrogance that disdained everything in the world, as if there was nothing in his world that he could not control.
"Young Master Lin, I've long admired your name." Young Master Du smiled knowingly as he slowly approached Lin Bei, his tone laced with provocation. "Why don't we have some fun? Your little stunts are no fun at all."
Upon hearing this, Lin Bei's smile widened, and a hint of mockery flashed in his eyes.
"Oh? Small stakes?" He gently patted the woman's hand beside him, signaling her to calm down, then turned his gaze to Young Master Du, his tone laced with sarcasm and confidence, "Young Master Du, you probably don't know the depth of our game, do you? I have extensive experience overseas. This time I came here just to have some fun and see how the local level is. Look, in just a few days, I've already won millions. You call this small stakes?"
Upon hearing this, Young Master Du's eyes narrowed slightly, but he quickly regained his composure, a deeper smile curving his lips.
"Young Master Lin truly lives up to his reputation. However, you're satisfied with winning a few million? That truly disappoints me. Since you're so confident, how about we try something more exciting?"
Lin Bei laughed heartily, as if he had heard the funniest joke in the world.
"Exciting? Sure, I, Lin Bei, love excitement the most. Since Young Master Du is in such high spirits, I'll naturally oblige. However, we must establish some rules: the loser will not only have to pay the price but also acknowledge the opponent's strength. How about it?"
Young Master Du nodded, a glint of excitement in his eyes. "That suits me perfectly. Let's begin then, and let everyone here be our witnesses to see who will have the last laugh today."
As soon as their conversation ended, the atmosphere in the casino instantly became tense.
The surrounding gamblers stopped what they were doing and focused their attention on Lin Bei and Young Master Du, anticipating this showdown between the wealthy families.
The standoff between Young Master Du and Lin Bei was like two invisible currents colliding in the air, freezing the atmosphere in the entire casino.
The casino lights seemed even brighter at that moment, casting long shadows of the two men and adding to the tension and deadly atmosphere before the duel.
“Young Master Lin, you seem quite confident in your skills.” Young Master Du’s lips curled into a barely perceptible sneer, his eyes gleaming with cunning. “But do you know that a casino is like a battlefield? Skills alone are not enough. Today, let me teach you a lesson and show you what the real ‘rules of the game’ are.”
Upon hearing this, Lin Bei's lips curled into a disdainful smile, his eyes filled with mockery of Young Master Du's remarks.
"Young Master Du, your words are truly amusing. Since you put it that way, then I'd like to learn more about your 'rules of the game.' However, I must remind you, don't cry if you lose."
Young Master Du smiled slightly, said nothing more, and simply nodded to the bodyguard behind him.
The bodyguards sprang into action; some began patrolling the casino, while others quietly moved to the side of Lin Bei's men, isolating them with an invisible pressure.
The atmosphere inside the casino grew even more tense, with everyone holding their breath as the battle between the elite was about to begin.
At the gambling table, Young Master Du and Lin Bei sat facing each other, each with a mountain of chips in front of them.
With the dealer's command, the first round of competition officially began.
At first, Lin Bei won repeatedly thanks to his superb gambling skills and keen insight, and his chip count quickly increased.
He looked at Young Master Du triumphantly, his eyes filled with the gleam of a victor.
However, Young Master Du remained calm and composed throughout, as if everything was under his control.
As the gambling game progressed, Lin Bei began to sense that something was amiss.
He discovered that whenever he was about to win a crucial game, some subtle changes would occur, causing his plans to fall through.
Either the dealer was a little slow, or the cards were just too coincidentally against him.
At first, he thought it was just a coincidence, but as time went on, the frequency of these coincidences increased, and he began to realize that there must be something behind it all, such as Young Master Du's methods.
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