prologue
The figure sat behind the protection curtain, on the second story of the saloon and watched.
Watched the gambler. Watched the gambler watch other gamblers. Watched cards change hands and move to convenient spots in the deck.
It was rather entertaining seeing all of the cheating going on.
The figured inspected all of the men. Out of them all, one seemed particularly smart, keen, and conniving. He was probably a seasoned card shark. Who knew how long he'd been at it. That meant he would either have a large sum of money or else was an extravagant spender.
Yes, I think I can take him down.
The figure stood up. It was time to make a move. It would take time and energy, but it could be done. Conning the card shark was going to be amusing.
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