The cards were all brand new, unwrapped on site, and shown to everyone present by the croupier to ensure there were no problems before determining who would play the first game by flipping a coin.

Going first in the first game was also a significant advantage.

There were only five rounds in total, an odd number, with the two players alternating as the dealer. This meant that whoever went first would be the dealer three times and the non-dealer twice, and the rules of the bet were clearly in favor of the dealer.

However, Qin Fang's luck did not seem to be very good. Flipping the coin was purely a matter of luck, a process of guessing before tossing. His "Thousand Skills" and "Scouting Skill" were of no use here, it was purely up to chance.

The young man opposite him guessed right, and his face was filled with joy, as if seizing the initiative meant he had already won the final bet.

The two of them took their seats, and the betting officially began.

"The first game, Mr. Ye will start please!"

The sexy female croupier parted her lips lightly, her voice was quite captivating. Paired with her sensual dress and tempting figure, she managed to stir the hearts of many.

However, neither of the young men betting were affected; they were both silently adjusting their mental states. This was a duel of luck and skill, and any small mistake could lead to a terrible loss.

Both men had their reasons for not being able to lose.

Qin Fang didn't care about the win or loss of one million US dollars, but he couldn't let Jiang Li go and accompany that Mr. Ye for drinks. Remembering this, he felt a bit regretful for dragging Jiang Li into this and couldn't help but feel a bit apologetic to her.

For the young Mr. Ye, apologizing was just a matter of saying a few words. Being ridiculed by the opponent wasn't a big deal, it was just a loss of face. However, if he lost that one million US dollars, he would have to live frugally for quite a while because the family allowances were distributed at the beginning of the year, and there were still more than two months left until the end of the year...

It was only then that Qin Fang learned that this young man was named Ye Ming and came from a city in the southern part of Xishu Province, adjacent to the Yungui region and close to Miao Jiang. He was the nephew of a high-ranking official from the Xishu Provincial Committee and had not been in Jincheng for long. However, he was quite high-profile, and most of the local young masters in Jincheng didn't like him much.

However, this didn't have much to do with Qin Fang. They were opponents now, and Qin Fang only needed to know a bit about his background. The rest depended on whether Ye Ming had a trick up his sleeve. If he was weak, Qin Fang planned to fight a quick battle, defeat him swiftly, and collect the money and be done with it.

Hearing the female croupier's words, Ye Ming stood up and walked steadily to the croupier's side, taking the deck of cards from the hands of the beautiful croupier. He couldn't help but flirt with the sexy female croupier; it seemed to be his nature, no wonder he harassed Jiang Li.

By then, Jiang Li had already returned to Li Yang and Qiao Zhenfei's side, completely secure. Some of Ye Ming's followers recognized Li Yang and, seeing the situation, knew they had hit a snag. Many were pondering whether to take the initiative to apologize to Qin Fang during the bet between him and Ye Ming.

Ye Ming could offend Li Yang, simply walk away, and return to Shu Nan, which was under the Ye Family's control. Even if Li Yang went there, he couldn't do much to him.

But those men mingled in Jincheng, and if Li Yang wanted to make their lives difficult, it was just a matter of speaking. There were plenty of people eager to take care of them; they weren't on the same level at all.

Those were the thoughts of the others, but most people were still focused on the betting at the table; the first game was about to begin.

Ye Ming took a deep breath, split the deck of cards into two piles, and began to shuffle. His technique was different from the ordinary, very flashy, as if he were performing acrobatics. It was not just visually appealing.

Card after card flashed quickly through his hands, like nimble sprites, very lively. Cards that were just in one hand were soon in the other, then continued shuffling back and forth, quickly making their existence untraceable.

Such a shuffling technique was not only aesthetically pleasing but practically an art form, completely mastering the deck and creating a dizzying effect.

"Damn, his shuffling skills are divine!"

"Damn, my eyes are blurred from watching..."

Many onlookers felt their eyes go blurry, the keener they watched, the more strained their eyes became, turning red, appearing quite strained.

"Qianmen Illusion Technique?"

Qin Fang couldn't help but become fixated the moment he saw the technique the young man demonstrated.

He had indeed anticipated that the young man might have some tricks, but when Ye Ming made his move, Qin Fang still couldn't help but feel surprised, as the young man's skill turned out to be the renowned Qianmen Illusion Technique.

It's said that laymen enjoy the excitement while experts appreciate the technique.

The majority of the onlookers here were wealthy and distinguished individuals with little to no betting skills. At most, the better ones were adept at calculation but knew little about the diverse "Thousand Skills."

But certainly, some professionals amongst the casino's crowd recognized quality. They made their living from this industry and naturally were somewhat more professional. At least the sexy and enchanting female croupier standing next to Ye Ming was one of them, her eyes bright and clearly recognizing the famous Qianmen Illusion Technique in the gambling world.(To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for it at qidian.com. Your support is my greatest motivation.)

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