"I didn't expect this underground gambling den to really be underground… I thought the word underground is just metaphorical. I didn't expect it to be so literal!" Qiao Mei said to herself, a little lost for words.
Qiao Mei used her foot to tap on the manhole cover forcefully. When the people below heard the sound, they opened the entrance door. Qiao Mei went down the stairs to the bottom and discovered a different world below. It was a very grand-looking place. The entire room was filled with smoke and everyone looked very euphoric. Everyone here was looking for that one chance which could reverse their fortunes and change their lives. This was the first time Qiao Mei had seen so many gamblers in one place.
"Miss, are you here alone?" the guard at the door asked.
"Yes, why? You don't allow lone players?" Qiao Mei questioned.
