Today, the Entertainment City was exceptionally quiet.
Although it was located in the most prosperous area, the crowd was far less than before.
Because today, the world's foremost grand casino, "El Dorado Recreation Sanctuary," was closed to guests.
Countless guests who had come because of its reputation expressed great disappointment.
Only a few regular customers sensed something unusual in the atmosphere.
"Dispersing all the guards, quite a trick."
Eugene, dressed in formal attire, stood in front of the golden door, looking left and right, expressing his amazement.
The Entertainment City's importance was quite high in Orario, and it was usually secured by the City Gendarmerie and the Ganesha Familia.
It is said that the Ganesha Familia has eleven Level 5s internally, ranking third in overall strength in Orario.
Although this group of experts was utterly defeated by a Level 7 monster later on, leading to accusations that their strength was exaggerated.
But that was a story for later.
It was just as well that they weren't here now.
After all, Chloe had attempted to assassinate Shakti, the Captain of the Ganesha Familia, 'Staff of the Elephant God,' back in the day.
If they ran into them this time and caused trouble, it wouldn't be good.
"There are ambushes in many corners."
Eugene observed the gap in the doorway, and a reminder came from behind him.
It was Ryuu.
She put on a gorgeous disguise, styled her hair like an adult, and wore a handsome suit.
Her lips were like painted rouge, her eyes like cold stars; she was clearly a handsome young man.
"Wha-what's wrong?"
Although in men's clothing, she still saw a 'flirting' meaning in his eyes, and Ryuu subconsciously wanted to cover her 'key' parts.
"I was quite disappointed that I couldn't have Miss Ryuu as my female companion and see you in full formal attire."
"But now it seems you are beautiful no matter how you dress."
Ryuu's pretty face blushed, and she gave the guy a hard slap on the back.
At a time like this, he was still teasing her!
"I am always serious when it comes to beautiful women."
Eugene protested his innocence loudly and still talked back, Ryuu really couldn't stand it and pushed him towards the casino entrance.
In her opinion, starting the fight sooner was easier than continuing to be teased by Eugene!
"Hey! They're here!"
The mooks guarding the door recognized Eugene and let them in with unfriendly eyes.
Eugene didn't waste words. He moved at light speed, gifting each of the two ungrateful guys a poke in the eye, making them cry in agony and roll on the floor.
At a critical moment like this, you mere gatekeeper dare to give me attitude?
"Mmm~~"
Stepping into the golden and magnificent casino hall for the second time, Eugene felt completely relaxed, as if he had returned home, stretching his body.
Unlike last time, this time there was no sound of chips clattering, cups clinking, or the various scenes of human life.
The vast hall was empty.
But as experts, both Eugene and Ryuu could feel the dense aura within the building.
"Oh-!!"
"Welcome, distinguished guests!"
Suddenly, the front door swung open, followed by a burst of wild laughter.
A group of adventurers led by Dix poured in like a school of black fish, quickly surrounding Eugene and Ryuu.
"And this is?"
"I am Dix Perdix of the Ikalos Familia."
"Mr. Eugene, I've heard your great name for a long time."
Dix's expression was calm, but his eyes were fixed on Eugene like a hawk.
He wanted to see if Eugene had anticipated his presence.
Eugene completely saw through his thoughts, started acting on the spot, slightly narrowed his eyes, and showed a hint of alarm.
And this detail was captured by Dix's eyes.
He smiled with satisfaction, believing that his appearance had exceeded Eugene's expectations.
"Mr. Dix, do you also intend to get involved in the deal between Mr. Terry and me?"
"Hmph, you can find help, but I can't!?"
Terry appeared from the side with a gloomy expression.
Compared to the menacing Dix, he had clearly become a background character.
Even so, the moment he appeared, Ryuu's brow immediately furrowed.
It really is him!
That Tido, who once committed a crime and begged for mercy in front of Lady Astrea!
Now, he indeed hadn't changed his incorrigible ways and had embarked on the path of evil again!
Creak...
Ryuu's fists clenched, her hostility exceptionally strong.
But facing a great enemy, she could distinguish between what was important and what wasn't.
Mad Dog Dix, this person, Ryuu knew she couldn't fight against him.
Even though she was a rare expert in both magic and martial arts with 2A and 1B attributes, facing a true Level 5, it was only the difference between losing in fifty rounds or a hundred rounds.
Moreover, according to Ryuu's estimation, among the people surrounding them, there were at least three or more Level 3 existences!
Her side only had two people. She wasn't clear about Eugene's true strength, but based on the brief encounter at the hospital before, he was at most on par with her.
Two Level 4 peaks against so many people; retreating completely unscathed would be quite difficult.
However, this doubt had already been addressed by Eugene during the plan's deployment tonight.
If he tells you to go up, you go up; don't be a coward.
If he tells you to retreat, you retreat; absolutely don't try to be brave.
With these two reassurances, Ryuu's nervousness was not so obvious.
"You really dare to do this!"
Terry glared at Eugene, acting as if he was the biggest victim.
"Strutting into my place and blatantly provoking me! This is the second time!"
Eugene enjoyed the powerless fury of this short, pathetic old man, spread his hands, and smiled. "You can get rich by gambling, but I can't?"
He mimicked the other man's tone, nearly making Terry spit blood in anger.
"None of that matters!" Dix interrupted them. "The Fantasy Gamble-since you've made such a bold declaration, I can't ignore it!"
The man urged, "Let's start quickly!"
"Your performance!"
Eugene's mouth straightened.
If you're so eager to die, I won't hold back.
"Since that's the case, please, Mr. Terry, lead the way?"
In this place of flowing gold, there was also an unknown VVIP room.
That was the place where Terry held his most beloved "special gambles."
The stakes, besides a huge amount of money, also included a wish for the final winner.
Whatever the winner asked for, the loser could not refuse.
By manipulating people's hearts and using cheating methods.
Over the years, Terry had ruined and bankrupted countless people, seizing many beautiful female dependents from them.
However, he never dreamed that the VVIP secret room he was so proud of would one day slip out of his control.
The group sat around this table, about to undertake a high-stakes gamble that would determine the fate of billions in assets and the direction of lives!
And this time, Terry could no longer rely on collusion and cheating!
He had lost the reins of certain victory and sat there like a puppet, uneasy and apprehensive.
Across from him, Eugene was smiling and rubbing his palms.
Today, his grasp on luck was exceptionally firm.
And this also meant.
He was facing an unprecedented life-or-death crisis!
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