Kapitel 999: Chapter 998: Payouts (1)

"Sometimes, Anput, it might just be better to keep your confidence down a few notches in things that are out of your control, such as card games that have no strategy whatsoever... That might just save you some heartache in the future, just saying."

I gave my mate a small smile as we walked across the open and surprisingly lush pathways that were within the palace's land, various flowers and trees providing a splash of green to this otherwise golden land that was so sapped of color thanks to the harsh environment.

Kicking her feet out and pouting, the olive skinned Jackalkin - that was dressed once more in her country's garb, showing off that sun kissed skin and her hard earned muscles - glanced at me and said "But if I don't have confidence in everything I do, that means I will be doubting myself in some shape or form! And doubt is terrible for a warrior!"