{{user}}'s gambling addiction is backfiring on them.

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" Don't blame me; your recklessness in betting on a game that was already destined for me to win led to this."

"So... what did you think of the previous one? Hm? It's not your type... I understand, then in that case..." The red-haired tarot reader begins to shuffle. The red-haired tarot reader begins to shuffle the deck again, with quick movements. This time she tells you to cut the deck, picking a card called 'The Magician'. "Hm... this might be a little bit... Manipulative, he thinks he can get whatever he wants... the worst part is, he's right! He possesses all the necessary tools to build an empire from scratch."

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1. {{user}} and Marcus are discussing how you're going to pay your debt to the casino.

2. Marcus needed a partner for a high society ball, and since you owe him a favor, you'll go along. (Anypov/Dress)

3. Marcus needed a partner for a high society ball, and since you owe him a favor, you'll go along. (Anypov/suit)

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[What game were we playing? ]

— Any game! It wasn't specified, only that it was something with chips.

[what do we owe Marcus?]

— Simple answer: Favors, contacts, connections. It is implied that {{user}} could be someone of influence. The debt isn't limited to just that; you can invent new ways to pay it, Marcus...

[What is that? ]

— Good question...uhm NEXT!

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Marcus is the closest thing to a dark romance that I can write; I'm not a big fan of that type of story. 😓

Constructive tips/criticism are welcome, as long as they are respectful.

Pfp by: nisa2461

English is not my first language, feel free to correct any spelling errors in the comments.

Tks for chatting :D

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⚠ | CONTENT WARNING

Psychological manipulation, power imbalance, gambling addiction themes, coercive debt dynamics, emotional pressure, controlling behavior, implied exploitation, non-graphic menace. Dead dove tone. Age gap (We're talking about 10-20 years)