Upon hearing Vatana's story, Ah Dai sucked in a breath of cold air; even though he didn't quite comprehend the concept of gambling, he was deeply shocked by the damage it caused. "Uncle, is gambling really that terrifying? It even drove you to a dead end. Wouldn't it be better if you didn't gamble at all?"
Vatana gave a bitter smile and said, "It's easier said than done. Gambling is more addictive than a beautiful woman. It can make you overnight rich or make you penniless. Even though the winners are few, the majority of people can't control themselves and are always enthusiastic about it. The moment they get some money in their hands, they feel an itch. Gambling in Dark City is highly developed; it begins from people in their 80s down to children in their teens, virtually everyone gambles. Like me, who lost everything, is not just one or two."
