W-What was going on here?
“That’s enough. Stop!”
Frank waved his hand, splitting up all four of them.
Hana got up too, holding back her restless goons and smiling. “Apologies, Mr. Frankton. Like you, I’m just testing your ladies-I’m sure you’d understand.”
Frank snapped coolly, “I’m afraid I won’t unless you explain why you’re here!”
Hana smiled and nodded. “Thank goodness you’re reasonable. I’m sure I’d be dead if it’s anyone else. It’s rare for a person to be both humble and moral, and it’s my fortune to meet you.”
Then, glancing at the deck of cards, she suggested, “But mere words are pointless. Why don’t we gamble?”
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