Chapter 3
That night when Lila walked into the casino, she was hit with the odor of alcohol, s*x, and raw power. Drunken cowboys and flirting saloon girls hung all over each other as they climbed the steps and disappeared into private rooms. Game tables were set up everywhere, but a sinister curtain hung in the back, shielding the poker game taking place in the private alcove behind it. The poker games were always tucked away in a secluded area with strong drinks, fresh decks of cards, and even food since the games were known to go on for days. The other games were fun, but the professional gamblers were not there for fun. It was a business to them. They played for high stakes and required complete privacy.
Moving her gaze away from the curtain, she made her way between the staggering co
