Playing A Mind Game

Asmodeus intentionally added oil to the fire as he said, "But of course, I know you won't dare to challenge me. A runny kid like you doesn't have the courage and ability to fight me. Ha ha ha!"

"Who said I didn't dare to fight you?" Mikhail was provoked by his nemesis' insult this time.

"I'm just stating the fact, why are you even mad at me?" Asmodeus smiled. "Didn't I often beat you on many things? I'm just afraid that your guts are as small as an ant now."

He then continued, "Alright then, what if we don't gamble our money in this? Rather, let's put our business contract agreement or family land at stake. Isn't that more exciting?"

Mikhail hesitated again. But Asmodeus kept provoking him. "If you're afraid then that's fine, don't hesitate to admit it. Like a turtle, you'd better stick your head in your little hole,"

"Who said I was scared?" Mikhail was hooked again, this time Asmodeus immediately seized this opportunity. "In that case, good!"