章 58: Chapter 58: Underground arena I

"We look like hooligans that stick out like a sore thumb." Charlton told Kylo as they entered the lobby of a renowned gambling den.

"That's the purpose. How can we be approached by the scouts if we didn't look like we're looking for a fight?"

At 3 in the afternoon, he and Kylo went to the pawnshop to pawn off his shoes inlaid with diamonds. After much haggling Kylo was able to raise the price to 20 grand. However, as interest must be paid immediately even when they plan to redeem it only after just a few hours, they only received 19 grand. After, they bought some ordinary looking clothes and masks to hide their identities.

Inside, the den was gigantic and imposing. Contrary to popular belief, Charlton observed that the place was brightly lit. The floors were even covered in thick, exquisite carpet. The place was lively, buzzing with well-dressed people of different social status.

After a while, as Kylo predicted they were approached by a scout.