Eighth Brother casually tossed discarded cards into the overflowing wastebasket, amidst cigarette butts, tea leaves, and spittle. The prospect of rummaging through it repelled Huang Run, plunging her into a dilemma.
Huang Ze, silent until now, broke the impasse. "Forget it, Huang Run. We concede defeat." She turned to me with an enigmatic smile. "My wager included more than money; it encompassed our descent downstairs in our underwear, correct?"
"Correct."
"Excellent. When shall the spectacle commence?"
I studied her curiously. "You mean this concludes now? No further games?"
She nodded. "I've lost interest. I merely wish to know when I'll fulfil our agreement."
"Whenever you desire."
"Sister!" Huang Run protested, her brow furrowed. She was loath to endure another humiliation.