Doesn't that make it less fun? I thought the point of betting was the risk of the win-or-lose, which makes it sweeter when you win.

_{[ He grinned broadly at his companion, taking a swig of what pass for alcohol, nearly burning his throat but wanting to seem perfectly game to those around them. Blending mode activated. He flung his arms back behind their seats, smirking as he brushed his fingers through the short hairs on Remy's neck. ]}

Come on, why don't you live a little?