“… 99% gamblers quit before they hit the jackpot, did you know that? I’m pretty close to that prize.”

Chance proceeded in rambling in regards of gambling, as common. Whilst attempting to spark a flicker of flame for the cigarette he cautiously balanced in-between his fingers, silently cursing before his signature grin rose once more; eventually bringing the fag to his mouth.

As frantically as you desired to invest your break in a sufficiently worthy activity, the former would merely… Not stop pestering you. Being trapped alongside him on a couch was not the most unfortunate fate, however a dreadful one.

“Hehe… It’s not my fault I’m too lucky… You should try hitting the casino sometime. Though… I know you’re not the kind of guy to do that.” He did not bother inquiring to you if you wished to smoke alongside him as well, aware it would be in vain. “Pssh’… Don’t get why people are so scared to do it.”