Afternoon rays entered from the window filling the atmosphere with positive vibes. The room is silent but Adi's heartbeat is racing with a thundering speed as he started feeling little anxious. His palms were sweaty and his mind is filled with numerous thoughts. His chain of thoughts been broken by the phone's ring.

" Hello.." Adi picked up the phone immediately.

" Adi..is the news confirmed. ? " Suraj replied.

" 100%..you can go ahead with our plan. "

" Alright.." Suraj said taking a deep breath.

" Suraj.."

" Hmm.."

" Just take care that it should not look suspicious. " Adi suggested.

" Don't worry..I will take care of that. Will call you in some time. " Suraj cut the call after confirmation. The time has never stopped running and the day has finally arrived.

...*...

White Mercedes reach to the main entrance and driver opened the back door. Dhriraj Thapar get down and walk through the big entrance of his one and only Casino " The House Of Cards. " Its not an ordinary place. Its a symbol ravishing rich abundance of luxuriance. The big hall spread in white with a blue mat shining with the lights of chandelier. The fountain in the middle reminding everyone of richdom everywhere. People roaming here in suits are walking symbol of affluence. One can smell the money in air. There is some hooting and shouting as a mark of winning on the red, green, white, and black craps tables while from some tables we can hear the disappointments in voices loosing of millions. The sound of claps of coins and chips, spining roulette wheel, swiper's soft swiping the money, glossery cracking of deck of cards on the table will be soothing to the ears of real gamblers.

This is the place where people came with big hopes. Some left with millions while some with empty pockets. Its Dhiraj favorite place to chill out and release stress. Every last day of the month Dhiraj come here and play himself. Weather he win or loose he likes to see if luck is in his favor or against. Today he is in desperate need of it as the deal he has done with Zayed Shaikh is on the verge of getting completed. Few more hours and the ship will cross the Indian borders and will enter into Shrilanka.

" So what I heard was true..The game holder is playing himself tonight. " 
Adiraj came from behind looking all hot and sexy in blood red shirt paired up with black pant and black coat.

" Adiraj..nice to see you here. " He forwarded his hand smiling for a handshake.

" Me too.." Adi shook his hand. The golden rich rado on his wrist was shining bright.

" Well life is also a gamble. Some win, some lose. We just have to take a chance. " Dhiraj replied winking.

" Very well said. " Adiraj appreciated.

" So..what would you like to start with tonight..?

" Round of roulette I guess. " Adiraj replied smiling and both headed towards the gambling wheel. Many rich lads were already betting on various numbers. 35/1 betting is going on.

" Sir your wager..? " Croupier asked them both.

" 2000 dollars on number 20 " Adi replied.

" 10000 dollars on number 25 " Dhiraj betted.

The dealer spin the wheel. It started rotating in a speed. The ball inside keeps rolling from one number to another. After two three good rounds the wheel has finally slowed down and came to halt. Many eyes were focused on them. The ball slide down and stopped at number 15. Both Adiraj and Dheeraj smiled at each other.

" Looks like luck is in not our favor today. " Dhiraj patted on his back.

" Maybe..but I believed more in the second time. " Adiraj said smiling.

" Count me in for round two. " He ordered the dealer. " Everyone look at him surprised.

" Sir, the action is on you. " Croupier said.

" 20000 dollars on number 33 " Adi said confidently and many around hold their breath.

Again the wheel has spined. Adi was staring at the wheel without blinking. This time the ball were slide down to 16 and slowly moved perfectly landing right there on 33. Everyone around cheered loudly. Adi took a Sign of relief. Dhiraj stared at him for good two seconds then smiled impressed.

...*...

" Congratulations..you won. "

" Thank you Mr.Thapar and sorry that you lose. " Adi said smirking as both of them were sat for a drink.

" Don't be..People like you lose millions everyday. So ultimately I won everyday. Dhiraj said with a devil smile sipping his drink. He has seen many people winning here too. Its a casino and winning and loosing here is as normal  as the ice in the every glass of bar counter. But..Adi's victory has somewhere leaved a mark in Dhiraj's mind. He was trying to look professional but the jealousy and urge to win has took over him.

" Can I joined you both, If you don't mind. " A voice came from behind.

" Ahh..Suraj..Seen you after a long time. Looks like Damania's had lost their deep pocket to visit casino. " Dhiraj taunted.

" Sometimes being a low key will help you to take big steps in future. Right Mr. Sinha..? " Suraj replied back.

" Very Right. Please join us. Pleasure is ours Mr. Damania. " Adi replied back shaking hands with Suraj.

" So Mr. Sinha..I heared you gave a big time to the owner himself on roulette table. " Suraj sip the drink taunting Dhiraj back.

" Hmm..he really played very well. But I would like a chance to redeem myself on the black jack If time permits. What you guys say.." Dhiraj finished his drink.

" umm.." Adi thought for a while.

" Common MR. Sinha..I too would like to see young player competing against Card Sharp. " Suraj winked and Adiraj smiled.

" Yeah Mr.Sinha..Roulette was just dependent on luck..let both luck and intelligence flow on the black jack. Then will see..who wins.." Dhiraj stared deep into his eyes.

" Alright..Let's play. But..the game has to be exciting. I won't play for small bets. " Adiraj said in a challenging voice.

" Will see it on the table. Shall we..? " Dhiraj said finishing another drink. Adi stared at him..then smiled and got down from the chair.

Sorry to keep you waiting for so long. I was occupied with office work.

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