Bertha and Chris found themselves immersed in a world of high-stakes gambling and elegance as they played at the Regency Casino Mont Parnes, which is known for its lavish atmosphere. The casino on the side of Mount Parnitha not only offered the opportunity to win big, but it also offered a breathtaking view over the city of Athens and the surrounding natural scenery. They could not help but experience a sense of anticipation as they strolled through the exquisite corridors and heard the low murmur of people engaged in games of chance as they did so.
Bertha, well-versed in the art of Blackjack, was ready to take on the challenges of the night. There was a palpable sense of excitement and the temptation of luxury in the air. They had been directed to this establishment by Bruce, their guide and connection to the world of the Greek gods. This establishment has profound ties to the pantheon associated with Athena.
They had no idea that the burgeoning heavenly drama involving Kyn, Gaia, and Athena would soon become intricately entwined with their presence in this aristocratic haven. On that fateful mid-morning spent at the casino, the threads of fate were being woven in ways that no one could have anticipated.
As Bertha settled into her blackjack game, her mind wandered through the maze of questions and uncertainties that surrounded Kyn. She could not help but wonder about his mysterious fate, which appeared to shield him from the usual consequences of hunting. In a universe teeming with hunters and hunted, Kyn had carved out his own path.
Gaia, a powerful player not only on Earth but throughout the universe, was usually a force to be reckoned with. However, for reasons unknown to her, she developed an unexpected interest in Kyn. Furthermore, Nyx, another powerful deity, had chosen to be a part of his intricate tapestry of existence. These two goddesses were chaotic entities, and their favour could not be taken lightly.
Chris, on the other hand, represented the more common outcome for a hunter. The universe had a way of seeking balance, and hunters frequently encountered challenges and threats from the very entities they sought. However, Kyn's situation was out of the ordinary, and Bertha could not help but feel as if he (Kyn) had stumbled into a cosmic whirlpool of events beyond explanation. While she contemplated these mysteries, the cards were dealt, and her attention was drawn back to the game at hand.
As the game progressed to the fourth round, Darius, the genie dealer, began to doubt Bertha's remarkable winning streak. Unlike Chris, who had only won one of the three games, Bertha's consecutive victories were a significant loss for the house.
With caution, Darius requested a new deck of cards, hoping to turn the tide and regain control of the game. When confronted with a particularly fortunate player, the dealer's last resort was frequently to change the deck. As the new cards were shuffled and dealt, the atmosphere at the blackjack table was charged with anticipation, with both the dealer and the player well aware of the stakes.
As Bertha continued her winning streak at the blackjack table, her thoughts wandered to the unusual ease with which Kyn had been progressing on his mission to transport Gaia to Athens. Her master, Diogenes, had entrusted her with a task that was supposed to be challenging and discreet, yet it had turned out to be unexpectedly straightforward. Kyn had effortlessly made his way from the tower to Athena's side, and apart from a minor encounter with the Scylla, their journey had been remarkably quiet.
Bertha couldn't suppress a sense of unease. "This is too quiet, even for somebody blessed by the gods," she mused, contemplating the situation. She pondered the notion of what kind of karma Kyn had built for himself and whether this unusual turn of events was a sign of things to come.
As Bertha examined her cards, she couldn't help but marvel at the seemingly inexhaustible well of luck that had been favouring their group. Their journey from Maroneia had become a test ground for their fortune, with Kyn, in particular, seemingly possessing the luck of kings. She hadn't lost a single game at the casino, and her streak was affecting her companions, especially Chris, who had just claimed victory in a game.
The atmosphere at the blackjack table was becoming increasingly charged with a sense of amazement and curiosity as they wondered whether this remarkable luck would continue.
Jasmine, Flora, and Athena dragged Kyn into an unexpected shopping spree in the city's bustling market. They were on a mission to find the perfect dress, which seemed to involve browsing various stalls and shops, from H&M to Victoria's Secret. Kyn couldn't help but feel bewildered by the whole situation, especially considering that the credit card Bertha had provided him with earlier appeared to have an endless supply of funds. Judging by the way the three devils kept on shopping he was lost for stats.
While the goddesses enthusiastically explored the market for the latest fashions, Kyn couldn't shake the nagging feeling that their motives ran deeper than just selecting new outfits. He was also preoccupied with the complicated situation of now having not one, but three powerful and enigmatic women in his life, each with her unique agenda and demands.
The two Gaia's wanted to be loved, but Athena's motive felt different, weird in a sense. 'Just what did she mean by an avatar of herself? Does someone want to seal her in a mortal's body? Just what did she mean?' he was busy thinking to himself. The three had subconsciously led him into the lingerie stall. Jasmine, taking the chance to cut him off from his daydreaming, picked up a red-laced bodysuit and looked up at Kyn innocently.