I Slept with My Boss and Ran Away
Chapter 385: An Exchange of Equals

Meredith had spent a whopping eight hundred million just to meet Alistair Golding. She figured it was worth it.

Time was of the essence, and she needed to get Terrence Sterling out as soon as possible. Alistair Golding had his hands in both the underworld and the upper world, yet meeting him was harder than reaching the heavens. Now that she had spent eight hundred million, everything seemed more manageable.

Before coming, Meredith had done her homework on Alistair Golding's preferences: women and gambling.

Meredith intentionally asked, "Do you have the final say here?"

Alistair Golding laughed heartily, "This entire casino is mine, beautiful. You can play however you like, pick anyone here, and they will follow your lead."

Before meeting Meredith, Alistair had imagined what kind of pregnant woman she would be, as men typically don't expect pregnant women to be particularly attractive.

But Meredith caught him off guard.

Her pregnancy hadn't diminished her beauty; rather, it added a certain charm. She possessed a gentleness and grace unique to women her age, which was utterly mesmerizing. Meredith admitted that her outfit tonight was designed to seduce Alistair Golding. She was all in.

The way Alistair looked at Meredith made Marry feel threatened. She knew her success in the area was because she was under Alistair's protection. Without his favor, she would be nothing. Meredith touched her belly, a smile playing at the corners of her mouth, "I've already lost so much today. One last game, would you care to join me?"

Alistair didn't take her seriously and chuckled, "No problem. It's an honor to entertain a beautiful woman."

"Great," Meredith leaned on the table, "Let's keep it simple. One dice, high roll wins, the bet... eight hundred million."

Such a straightforward game with such a high stake made everyone gasp.

Was this woman foolishly wealthy?

Alistair initially thought the proposal childish, as it was all down to luck.

In this region, few dared to gamble with him, and never with such a high stake. Meredith was the first.

Alistair was silent, Meredith raised an eyebrow, "What's the matter, scared?"

Backing down would mean losing face.

Alistair would definitely play.

"Are you sure you want to roll for higher numbers with eight hundred million at stake?" Alistair laughed arrogantly, "I've never lost before." Meredith shrugged, "I'm just in a bad mood, came here to blow some money for fun. If I win it back, I head home; if not, it's just for entertainment." Selene Cove was confused by the whole situation.

Alistair laughed, "Alright, high roll wins."

He picked up a die from the table and handed it to Meredith, "Ladies first."

Meredith smiled, "I got a bit tired, you go first."

Alistair took back the die and in full view of everyone, threw it. It landed on a five.

Seeing the result, Alistair smirked, "Looks like your eight hundred million isn't coming back."

Meredith needed a six to win-a slim chance.

Despite her anxiety, Meredith maintained her composure, picked up the die, and held her breath. All eyes were on her as the die clattered on the table.

As it stopped, the six faced up.

Silence fell over the room.

Planning your weekend reading? Ensure you're on 05s.org for uninterrupted enjoyment. The next chapter is just a click away, exclusively available on our site. Happy reading! Meredith exhaled deeply and smiled, "Sorry, boss, I win."

After losing eight rounds in a row, Meredith finally won, reclaiming all she had lost.

Alistair's face fell. A simple dice roll had no room for skill or tampering; it was purely luck.

"Selene, collect the money, we're going home."

"Wait," Alistair spoke up, "That was just one game, barely satisfying. Let's play another, a bigger one, to make it interesting."

Meredith paused, then turned to look at Alistair, knowing he was hooked.

Wins and charms could cloud a person's judgment.

Meredith smiled faintly, deliberately stepped closer to Alistair, her fragrance enveloping him, stirring his desires.

Alistair had lived a colorful life, but a beautiful pregnant woman was uncharted territory for him.

Meredith played coy, "I'm tired, not in the mood to play anymore. I don't lack money, neither do you, it's really not that interesting."

Alistair, captivated by Meredith, blurted out, "Let's play a bigger game. If you lose, you're mine. If I lose, you can ask for anything."