During the years when I ascended to the pinnacle of gambling, I was enveloped in a world where luck intertwined seamlessly with strategy. The thrill of risk was my constant companion, and every hand dealt was an opportunity to weave a tale of fortune and fate.

In those vibrant nights, the casino lights flickered like stars, each glimmer promising untold possibilities. The air was thick with the scent of anticipation and the intoxicating perfume of ambition. My every decision was calculated, and executed with precision, as I danced with the tides of chance, confident in my ability to bend them to my will.

I became known not only for my remarkable skill but also for a certain charisma that drew others to me. Players regarded me with a mix of admiration and trepidation, for I was not merely a participant in the game—I was its master. The cards whispered secrets to me, and I understood the language of the dice as if they belonged to a realm where I reigned supreme.

Yet, amidst the glamour and glory, this intoxicating world concealed its shadows. The very allure that elevated me to greatness also harboured treachery and deception. I found myself ensnared in a web woven by those who coveted my prowess, eager to see me fall from grace.

In those years, I walked a fine line between triumph and disaster, relishing every victory while remaining ever-vigilant against the unseen perils that lurked in the shadows.

The Years I Was The Gambling God

The dealer's hands rested fully on the table, displaying no signs of unusual behaviour. Just as I was engulfed in confusion, an unexpected movement caught my eye. The second finger of the dealer's left hand slightly curled inward. 


This gesture was subtle and concealed. Even if noticed, it would merely appear as a commonplace action. Yet, the balding man suddenly produced another chip worth ten thousand and confidently placed it in the betting area. 


In blackjack, doubling down means betting on one additional card after an initial wager. For instance, if you have two cards totalling ten points, you might believe that your next card will be high; thus, you can choose to double your bet, wagering an amount equal to your previous stake. Once you double down, you are allowed only one more card, irrespective of its value. 


The dealer dealt the cards, and the balding man drew an eight, bringing his total to twenty, while the dealer held eighteen. He had won once more. 


Chapter 28: Bold and Defiant