Su Baiye's side was also discussing in low voices.

"Wang Luo, think carefully. In the last round of the game, why didn't they make a move on you?"

If they could figure out the reason and make their opponents hesitate, the two of them might be able to escape this.

Su Baiye actually already knew the answer—the problem lay with the fourth person.

If there had been two newcomers in the carriage, Fang Lin and Tang Ruyu would have definitely made their move.

"Speaking of which, that top-ranked guy didn't say much, and Fang Lin seemed really afraid of him. From what they said, he seemed to be a member of the Service Group, on patrol..."

It can be hard to make great work when its stolen from "pawread dot com".

At the time, Wang Luo had found it strange. What was there to patrol?

Now it seemed the Service Group's patrols were meant to prevent robberies, but in the end, he couldn't escape this fate.

"What's the Service Group?" Su Baiye asked.

After thinking it over carefully, Wang Luo shook his head helplessly. "They didn't go into detail."

Su Baiye was a little disappointed. It looked like the Service Group couldn't be counted on.

Wang Luo was still confused. "If they want to rob us of our Points, how would they do it?"

Points were like an account balance; you couldn't just take them by force.

Su Baiye shook his head. He hadn't figured that part out either, but it definitely had something to do with raising the stakes.

The information gap between the two sides was too wide. No matter who was in their shoes, it would be impossible to guess the other's methods. All they could do was stay on guard and take it as it comes.

The two continued the game in silence, playing to a draw every round. This way, they could each earn 15 points, the theoretical maximum in this Carriage Game.

Fang Lin and Tang Ruyu simply stopped playing, faint, mocking smiles on their faces as their gazes fell upon the two newcomers.

They were admiring their prey walking right into a trap, watching the net slowly tighten. No matter how the prey struggled, it was all in vain. In fact, the more the prey struggled, the more excited the hunter became.

From a hunter's perspective, Fang Lin actually savored this feeling. Even if he didn't earn any Points, he would still do this line of work just for the psychological thrill.

Since the others were already aware of the trap, there was no need for Fang Lin to pretend anymore. His gaze was brazen, and he didn't even bother with the private chat channel, speaking directly.

"800... no, let's rob them of 900 Points this time."

Tang Ruyu understood immediately, knowing this was to create psychological pressure. It was best for one of them to play good cop and the other bad cop.

Since they'd been exposed, the gloves were off. It was time to drop the act and show their true colors.

If they could scare them into submission with just a few words, it would save them the trouble of getting their hands dirty.

So, the two began their little performance.

"900 is too much, Fang Lin. You're too greedy. You have to leave them a way out!"

Tang Ruyu shook his head firmly, his tone leaving no room for argument.

"800 Points will be enough. If it really comes down to it... I'll make up the extra 100 Points to you!"

Listen to that! How noble! Even robbers these days were so 'righteous'!

800 was a line. According to the latest Strategy, when a newcomer reached Carriage No. 3 with fewer than 200 Points, death was certain. It was a dead end. Therefore, when robbing newcomers, one had to leave them with 200 Points.

So in the end, it was all a pretense of mercy.

Fang Lin and Tang Ruyu couldn't cross that line, but they dared to say it because newcomers like Su Baiye had no idea where the bottom line was.

While persuading Fang Lin to 'lower the price,' Tang Ruyu shouted over to Su Baiye and Wang Luo.

"Hey, we heard your whole conversation loud and clear. Let's all stop beating around the bush!"

Newcomers didn't have a private chat channel and could only communicate by speaking, so there was no way they could escape Fang Lin's 'Thousand Mile Ear.' It was an essential tool for fleecing newcomers, costing only 300 Points, and worth every bit.

"You, the kid surnamed Su, you're a lot sharper than Wang Luo. Good. Now that it's all out in the open, it saves us some trouble. My brother and I are a little tight on cash lately, so we're looking to borrow some Points from you!"

Tang Ruyu strode toward them, squeezing out a friendly smile and using a common extortionist's excuse.

"How about this? I'll be a good guy today and make the decision for you. We won't make you, Wang Luo, pay all 800 Points. Your name is Su Baiye, right? You first lose 600 Points to Wang Luo, then scram back to Carriage No. 1."

After dealing with Su Baiye, Tang Ruyu continued.

"Wang Luo, you're lucky. Lend me 200 Points. Just consider it tuition for your first lesson on the Lost Train!

Once I have the points, we'll go our separate ways. If we're fated to meet again, I'll pay you back with interest!"

After speaking, Tang Ruyu let out a string of loud laughter, amused by his own words.

The ugly face Tang Ruyu revealed after tearing off his mask made Wang Luo sick. What was more terrifying was that it seemed there was no escape for them today.

Though he was a bit green, he was no naive fool. He knew that once Su Baiye left, they would never keep their promise to take only 200 Points.

Wang Luo was certain this was just a tactic to trick him, a divide-and-conquer strategy. Once Su Baiye was gone, Wang Luo would also bleed points—at least 600!

But right now, besides surrendering, it seemed he had no better option...

No, if they resisted together, there was still a sliver of hope!

Wang Luo could only pin his hopes on Su Baiye, that incredibly lucky guy who had already created a miracle back in Carriage No. 1.

However, last time, the game Su Baiye played was fair, or at least it followed the rules. Tang Ruyu and Fang Lin... they didn't seem like the type to play by any rules.

Could a miracle really happen again?

Su Baiye suddenly spoke.

"I've been very curious. How exactly do you plan to rob us of our Points?"

Since everything was out in the open, Su Baiye didn't mind taking the initiative to gather more information.

The method that had saved Wang Luo was clearly not applicable now. The game had already started, and no members of the Service Group would be coming to patrol.

Only by understanding their method of robbery would Su Baiye have room to maneuver.

Through physical threats? Violence?

That was the worst-case scenario Su Baiye could imagine.

But Players on the Lost Train had infinite Revival, so the threat of death wasn't as great as one might think. After dying enough times, a person would grow numb to it.

If violence was their only tool, Su Baiye could fight them to the bitter end, ensuring neither side would come out ahead.

As long as it wasn't through violence, Su Baiye still had a chance.

"You won't give up until you're faced with the grim reality, is that it?"

Fang Lin and Tang Ruyu exchanged a look, triumphant smiles spreading across their faces.

"In that case, let us open your eyes. This item is quite valuable!"

As he spoke, Tang Ruyu pulled a pitch-black die from his pocket and threw it at Su Baiye.

He moved extremely fast. Su Baiye tried to dodge, but the die still hit him.

After striking Su Baiye, the die didn't fall to the ground. Instead, it spun and expanded in mid-air, finally stopping with the '3' facing up.

Out of the corner of his eye, Su Baiye noticed a new crack on the massive, suspended die.

[The 'Dice of Gambling Madness' game has been forcibly initiated. Game Loading...]

[Players: Su Baiye, Tang Ruyu]

[Rounds: 3]

[Player 'Tang Ruyu', please place your bet.]

A black light surged from the die, forming a shield of light that enveloped Su Baiye and Tang Ruyu.

This was their method. Using an item, they could forcibly pull newcomers into a gamble.

But... Su Baiye didn't understand why they were so confident.

What, you have a cheat too? You also have a surefire way to win this game?

"Originally, we were going to coax and trick you, not take it this far. If you have to blame someone, blame yourself for talking too much. You brought this on yourself with your clever little act..."

Tang Ruyu mocked Su Baiye, not forgetting to show off.

"Kid, if you know what's good for you, just admit defeat. You're destined to lose this game!"

Su Baiye shook his head. "That's hard to say."

Because Su Baiye had already seen a familiar item. If the game was truly the one he was familiar with, then his chances of winning were actually quite high.

To be precise... it would be very hard for him to lose this game.

Tang Ruyu was dismissive.

"Still talking tough."

Once the game finished loading, he'd be singing a different tune!

Soon, the custom game from the [Dice of Gambling Madness] finished loading.

Looking at the game before him, Su Baiye's face showed a troubled expression, clearly recalling some bad memories.

Tang Ruyu was certain that kind of fear couldn't be faked!

If Su Baiye's current pain and fear were an act, then his acting was just too good!

"Didn't expect this, did you, kid! This is the game from Carriage No. 1!"

Having revealed the secret, Tang Ruyu laughed heartily, flaunting his trump card.

"I'm not like you. I have Poison Resistance. Never mind one cup, I can handle three, even five, no problem!"

This was the source of his absolute confidence. Relying on his Poison Resistance, he had already beaten seven or eight newcomers.

Tang Ruyu's laughter was filled with confidence. He was completely unfazed by the table full of water cups before him. He had only one thought in his mind:

How can I possibly lose this