The Invincible Mercenary King

Chapter 443

The air grew tense as Buckminster’s words hung in the air. A collective shiver ran through the crowd, their expressions turning grim and uneasy.

Engaged in a game, were we?

This was a deadly game!

In this critical moment, the truth became crystal clear to everyone. Buckminster was anything but the amiable and kind-hearted persona he portrayed. He was a cunning predator, wearing a crooked smile that concealed his true nature. His every word was deceit, leaving no room for trust. Only a fool would be swayed by his empty promises.

Buckminster’s eyes scanned the room, a sly grin spreading across his face. “I reckon it’s time for a little game. Who’s got the nerve to join me in a round of Blackjack?”

With those words, he strode confidently toward a gambling table, sitting and preparing himself for the challenge ahead. Fletcher stepped forward, standing behind Buckminster with an exhilarated expression.

A tense silence settled over the room as everyone exchanged wary glances, their faces marked with fear and uncertainty. No one dared to step forward, unwilling to take on the ominous task before them.

“Hey, what’s the deal with you all? We were having a blast a moment ago, and now none of you have the guts to play. You think you’re too good for Mr. Payne?” Fletcher snapped in anger.

A hush fell over the crowd, their silence growing even more profound.

Nobody dared to be the first to take a stand in such a critical moment.

Being wealthy individuals, they cherished their lives significantly.

Buckminster and Fletcher emitted an air of brutality and sheer terror, making it clear that engaging in any game with them would risk their lives and potentially leave them with half a soul to lose.

“Seems like none of you have the guts to step up, huh? Well, that suits me just fine. I’ve got a little list right here, and we’ll be playing by the game’s rules.”

“You see, out here in the vast expanse of the open sea, your regular security team and mercenary group won’t come to your rescue anytime soon.”

“We’ve got all the time in the world to have ourselves a little fun”

With a grin spreading across his face. Buckminster produced a list and studied it intently.

The assembled crowd’s countenances darkened, their hearts plunging into the abyss.

The presence of a list meant there would be no escape for any of them.

Buckminster’s eyes scanned the list, a cunning smile curling at the corners of his mouth. “Well, well, well, this name is interesting. Same surname as mine, but with a slight twist. Emmett Tucker, you must be the wealthiest magnate from Malachia, right?”

right up.

pictures too. Mr. Tucker, there’s no escaping for you in this casino. I suggest

though soft, resonated with an extraordinary clarity that pierced through the air, reaching the ears

stood up, his eyes wide with fear and a faint quiver in his frame. Sporting a pair of

hair a lustrous black, all thanks to the diligent application of medications and traditional

precise moment, his body quivering involuntarily as fear took

don’t you mosey on over here and have yourself a seat, Buckminster grinned.

in a futile battle, leaving him completely paralyzed and unable to make

“Utterly worthless!”

firmly grasped Emmett with a determined stride, lifting

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Buckminster sat, forcefully slamming Emmett

couple of letters in our names. That tells me we must have

it on the table, and pushed it toward Emmett. “Seeing as we’re all part of the same

to take charge and

talk. You name the price, and I’ll hand it over to you without a fuss. No need to play me for a

right to take your money, for that would make us no better than a band of

it appears we’ll have to settle this matter on the gambling

BANG!

wishes to engage with you, consider it a mark of respect.

“Quit wasting time!”

thunder, shaking Emmett to the core and making

now too afraid to say another word, hastened to shuffle and deal the cards, distributing them

Buckminster spoke up, “Given your seniority, I’ll address you as Mr. Tucker. We had an understanding, didn’t we? If you happen to lose, your assets

I come out on top, will you honor your word and set me free? Emmett

always keep my promises,” Buckminster nodded

across Emmett’s face, his delight

him a lifeline, a sliver of hope amidst the

heavier than a mountain. His hand trembled uncontrollably, filled with fear and anticipation, while his heart pounded like

winning

a silent prayer in his mind, then clenched his teeth as he reached for the deck of cards and glanced at

hand.

face as he burst into raucous laughter, triumphantly flipping the two cards open and slamming them onto

turned toward his hand, revealing an Ace and a King, the classic pair for a

he was also the dealer, ensuring his triumph in this very

then without even bothering to look at his own, he broke into applause and chuckled.