Chapter 8.
(Gambling harms you and others, nine out of ten gambles are scams, everyone should be rational.)
Orario, as the number one fortress city on the continent, held an extraordinary economic status due to the production and processing of magic stones from the dungeon.
However, the mining of magic stones inevitably came with risks.
The immense pressure on the numerous adventurers who went underground every day to fight monsters was understandable.
Thus, various entertainment venues came into being.
In addition to the basic marketplaces, there were also gladiator aLenas and the pleasure quarter.
The most high-end of these was, of course, the entertainment city dubbed a "city within a city" built with external investment.
Designed like a Las Vegas casino, every corner was dazzlingly golden and brightly lit, making it the most brilliant place in Orario at night.
Every establishment here was a money pit.
And the major casinos were the greatest of them all.
"El Dorado Recreation Sanctuary," the largest and most luxurious casino in the entertainment city.
Eugene, in a form-fitting tailcoat, stood out with his tall and straight posture. He was sitting at a gambling table, drinking and flirting with a lady.
His collar was wide open, revealing his strong physique.
That kind of allure was equal to the attraction a woman's cleavage held for men.
The noblewoman beside him was giggling hysterically at Eugene's teasing.
Her voluptuous figure deliberately rubbed against his arm.
Every time she leaned over, she showcased her impressive bosom.
"Ah, I lost again!"
Tossing out a large stack of chips with a bit of annoyance, Eugene's eyes flashed.
Before this, he had played several games.
Like most people, he won small and lost big.
"There are no mechanisms under the table."
Confirming this fact, Eugene's lips curled into a smile.
In his past life, he hadn't just watched the anime.
He also had some knowledge of the side stories.
In one side story plot, the protagonist Bell Cranel had visited this casino.
With the protagonist's standard "Luck" attribute, he had won big at this casino, earning millions just by betting on numbers, the most easily manipulated table.
Although he didn't receive a single Valis in the end due to a special reason, this amply proved that this casino did not have the sophisticated cheating techniques of his previous world.
Things like electronic buttons to change numbers or flipping dice did not exist.
Even if they resorted to cheating, it was the simple method of a few people colluding.
In this world setting centered around adventure, such minor details might not matter.
But for Eugene, who was solely focused on making money...
It was a huge windfall!
Security in the entertainment city was handled by the powerful City Guard, the Ganesha Familia, so there was no worry about being robbed upon leaving.
"Next, I'll experience the feeling of instant wealth!"
"All in!"
In this hand, Eugene lost another 300,000 Valis!
All in all, he had already lost more than half of the money he borrowed.
Although the one million he borrowed was interest-free, it still had a time limit.
With his current strength, the only consequence of not repaying the debt would be being torn limb from limb!
A genuine life-or-death crisis.
"I wonder if Strong Luck will trigger..."
"Looks like I need to push it harder?"
Without a word, Eugene threw out another stack of chips.
200,000 Valis flowed away like water.
The wealth that flowed through the fingers of the guests visiting here every night was enough for ordinary people in the marketplace to strive for a lifetime.
200,000 wasn't much, but after losing 500,000 consecutively, the noblewoman couldn't watch anymore and comforted Eugene.
Almost.
A familiar feeling surfaced in Eugene's heart.
It was something he had grasped countless times before.
Something called "Opportunity."
"All in, 150,000."
Once again.
Eugene pushed out all 170,000 Valis in his hand without a second thought.
"I say, brother, that's enough."
"Yeah, knowing when to cut your losses is wisdom."
The gamblers at the same table snickered as they watched Eugene.
Without beautiful women accompanying them, they were most delighted to see Eugene fail.
What right did a guy who looked like a parvenu have to sit with them, the upper class?
"Open the cards."
Eugene lost again.
His expression was calm.
But the atmosphere at the table had become very awkward.
The noblewoman's lips twitched, unsure whether to offer comfort.
"Ah... what terrible luck."
After a long time, Eugene sighed, scratching his head irritably.
Just a little more.
Just a little.
"My dear, meeting you tonight is truly lucky."
"Will you be my lucky goddess?"
Eugene turned to the noblewoman and spoke.
He was borrowing money.
Continuing to borrow money while already a million in debt.
This was completely irrational, even stupid behavior.
"Just this once, okay?"
"I'll give you a night to remember."
Eugene leaned his face close. The intense masculine scent intoxicated the woman.
"Okay..."
Thus, Eugene received his final chips.
100,000 Valis.
Not too much, not too little.
Enough for one more game.
"I'm a bit tired of cards."
"My luck doesn't seem to be here tonight."
Eugene stood up and left the table, holding the noblewoman's hand and walking toward the roulette wheel.
This was a number-betting game.
Betting on color paid 2 to 1, betting on a column paid 6 to 1, and there were other multiple odds.
The highest payout was for a single number bet.
36 to 1.
This must be the place.
The premonition of "Opportunity" in Eugene's heart had reached its limit.
"My goddess, please tell me your lucky number."
Eugene leaned in with a mischievous smile, and the noblewoman playfully glared at him.
She took it as foreplay before a lovely night.
The men at the nearby gambling tables merely assumed Eugene was being a sore loser and was changing places to save face.
In short, no one cared, and no one favored him for this game.
"Single number."
The 100,000 chips, marked with the noblewoman's lipstick, landed on 32.
(32C, 28, 35 - those who know, know).
"Please open."
The dealer smiled and nodded.
She spun the wheel hundreds of times a day.
This time, presumably, would be no different.
Goo-loo-loo...
The ball flew merrily on the wheel, searching for its home.
Clang!
A crisp echo.
"Oh my!"
The noblewoman's cry rang out, instantly drawing people's attention.
"What?" "That kid actually!?"
The slot where the ball landed was none other than the number 32!
36 to 1!
3.6 million Valis!
Reversing death, finding life in desperation.
Strong Luck activated!
"Guest, your chips..." The dealer's face was a little strained, but she maintained her composure.
But Eugene made no move to collect the money.
In the depths of his eyes, a great flame was fiercely burning.
Fate was now firmly in his grasp.
"3.6 million, all on 28."
Eugene's voice changed.
It became unrestrained and cheerful.
His body trembled slightly.
Like a volcano ready to erupt.
The dealer's body stiffened, but facing the increasing number of eyes fixated on her, she had no choice but to reach out and spin the wheel.
It must be a fluke!
Unlike card games that required skill, the probability of roulette was truly random, so no one was foolish enough to bet too heavily on it.
Therefore, it had no limits.
Nor did it need any limits.
But this, surprisingly, became the biggest loophole!
A single investment of 3.6 million Valis was a first in the casino's history!
"My dear... maybe we should..."
The noblewoman was very worried.
But Eugene wrapped his arm around her waist, his smile wicked.
"This luck was given to me by you anyway. What's the harm in losing it?"
"Spin the wheel!"
He shouted.
The dealer bit her lip and spun the wheel again!
No, it's impossible!
Everyone was thinking the same thing.
Goo-loo...
The rope of fate was intangible.
But now, it was tightly clenched in the man's hand!
Clang!
Time stood still for a moment.
Immediately followed by a high-pitched roar!
"Oh my God!!"
"This is impossible!!"
"Wow, he actually won!!"
The number was 28!
Thirty-six golden stacks of chips, multiplied by a payout of thirty-six times!
In an instant, the money became one thousand two hundred and ninety-six stacks.
The unit was ten thousand Valis!
129.6 million Valis!
Wealth descended like a mountain, piling up sky-high!
The overly excited noblewoman even abandoned her etiquette, unable to stop herself from rushing over and passionately kissing Eugene!
What kind of miracle was this!
The entire casino, filled with thousands of tycoons and celebrities, instantly flocked toward them, and a massive chorus of astonishment filled the hall!
"Don't rush," Eugene said, looking into the woman's hazy eyes.
"There's one more number we haven't used yet!"
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