[ He's not really a gambling man, but it can't hurt to hear Raikov out, he supposes. But if it involves the possibility of him losing money, nothing doing. ]
[ What, now he has to be honest about things, too? This is a terrible bet. He really shouldn't accept it. But then again, what are the odds that he'll actually have fun? ]
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Let's spice things up then by making a bet. What do you say?
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[ He's not really a gambling man, but it can't hurt to hear Raikov out, he supposes. But if it involves the possibility of him losing money, nothing doing. ]
What sort of bet?
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And do be honest about it.
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You're on.
[ He holds out his hand to shake. ]
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May the best man win.
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He doesn't say anything, but he does massage his hand with a wince once Raikov finally releases it. ]
I intend to.