What Do You Mean I'm The Captain Of A Yandere Mercenary Company? Chapter 886: Just Chilling And Relaxing~

I kicked back on my float, the scenery gliding past as I meandered down the lazy river. No pressing tasks, no urgent calls, no fear of some random scoundrel, buccaneer, or extraterrestrial beast attempting to end my existence. Just me, my float, the gentle current carrying me forward... And my companions, also drifting alongside, their own floats encircling me, forming a grand armada of inflatable vessels.

Fortunately, the lazy river was sufficiently expansive to accommodate our entire group without impeding the flow for other leisurely floaters. The waterway was designed to trace the periphery of the theme park, featuring diverse thematic zones at various intervals. Presently, we were navigating through the central sectors of the station, evoking the sensation of having plunged into a waterlogged metropolis, adrift through its submerged avenues.

They had even architected this section of the station with establishments facing the water, allowing patrons to drift towards them for refreshments or a quick bite before resuming their 'expedition'. The girls and I paused at one such establishment to procure some snacks before continuing our languid journey.

I acquired something akin to a hotdog bun from the vendor, a choice I somewhat regretted due to its remarkably bland flavor... Next time, I ought to prepare my own provisions and bring them along for our enjoyment instead...

Upon concluding my meager meal, a simple raise of my hand holding the wrapper summoned a swift drone, which descended to collect it from me. Utterly convenient~

I also ascertained that the water underwent a filtration process, maintaining its pristine quality to the point of being potable, even in the unlikely event someone were to... relieve themselves in it. Pray, do not inquire as to the mechanism; suffice it to say, it was an undeniable testament to advanced technological prowess.

The subsequent phase of our lazy river voyage led us through an enormous aquarium. We floated within a transparent tunnel beneath a colossal water tank, with aquatic life swimming serenely overhead, creating the illusion of an underwater excursion. My companions were captivated by the spectacle, and I found myself cherishing the expressions of awe gracing their faces. It was, in truth, a breathtaking panorama, and I refer not solely to the aquarium itself.

Were it not for the buoyant confines of our floats, I would have indulged in kissing each of my girls in turn for their sheer adorableness. As if sensing my desires, Renata seized the opportunity presented by the relative dimness within this segment of the tunnel. She coalesced a form from my swimsuit, materializing beside me to straddle my float. "Daddy~ Kisses?" she whispered, bestowing upon me a provocative glance before leaning in to bestow a passionate kiss, her tongue parting my lips to engage mine in a fervent dance.

I reciprocated the kiss, savoring the taste of Renata’s tongue, both of us lost in the intensity of the moment. She was the one to break the embrace as we neared the tunnel's terminus, melting back into my swimsuit without another word. Pure bliss~

We disembarked from the river at the subsequent juncture, having drifted into the theme park's gambling district, where the girls were eager to try their luck. While a conventional, dry casino existed, the most prominent one was situated within a shallow pool, allowing patrons to partake in the games while submerged in the water. The staff, attired in swimwear, included some donning revealing bunny girl ensembles, who also served as waitresses, artfully balancing trays of drinks and food.

"Ehehehe~ This is certainly novel~" Amber giggled, surveying the surroundings. Well... I suppose it's not every day one visits a casino ingeniously constructed within a massive swimming pool... I turned to my companions, "I shall head for the poker tables; what about you ladies?" Everyone expressed a desire to explore different diversions, so we resolved to part ways here and pursue our individual interests before reconvening later.

I glided towards the poker tables, easily finding an available seat. Settling into an empty chair, I offered a nod of greeting to my fellow players, observing a party of three men and two women. The ladies returned my nod, while one gentleman ignored me, and the other two openly appraised me with their gazes. Their attention held little consequence for me as I took my seat, acknowledged by the dealer – a female staff member garbed in an extremely revealing bikini. "Buy-in is five thousand Credits. Big blind is ten Credits, small blind is five Credits."

I casually tapped my Codex, affixed to my arm, and completed the buy-in payment. A holographic screen materialized before me, displaying virtual chips, signifying my official entry into the game. I surmised they incorporated these tangible representations because the sight of physical 'coins' still offers a more satisfying experience than merely observing abstract numerical values.

The dealer distributed the initial cards. I retrieved them, inspecting my hand to reveal two jacks, one of the spade suit and the other a heart. Pocket jacks... Hmm... I discreetly observed the other players at the table.

One of the fellows grimaced after glancing at his hand but hastily put it down, composing his features.

Another man beamed at his cards, his smile unwavering as he touched the screen before him to match the big blind.

The remaining three displayed no discernible reactions, leaving me unable to gauge their potential hands.

I opted to simply call for the moment, adding ten Credits to the table and signaling the dealer to lay out three cards before us.

A two of clubs, a six of hearts, and a ten of diamonds...

Who on earth shuffled this deck? This is utter nonsense.

I witnessed the smile on one fellow's face falter almost instantly, and one of the other women also knitted her brows.

The man who had made the big blind, and the only one showing no reaction, increased the stakes by twenty Credits.

I couldn't ascertain if he was bluffing, but if I had to hazard a guess... His raise seemed too small for a three of a kind or even a pocket pair, and I doubt the clubs currently on the table could remotely assist him in forming a straight or a flush.

His best hand would likely be a pair formed with another card on the table, and since the highest card is a ten right now, I should be able to surpass it with my pocket jacks.

I decided to escalate the stakes by fifty Credits, tapping the screen to contribute a total of seventy more Credits to the pot.

The man who had grimaced and one of the women immediately folded, while the others cast a look at me and surprisingly called instead.

The dealer then proceeded to the turn, flipping the next card as we all watched its revelation.

A jack of clubs.

I managed to maintain a neutral expression, tapping the screen to add another fifty Credits to the pot.

The woman folded, but the two men appeared genuinely determined to see this through to the end and called to match my bet.

For the river, the dealer turned over the final card, and I had to commend myself for keeping my face completely impassive as the jack of diamonds appeared.

I feigned a glance at my cards and contemplated my move before proceeding to tap the screen, adding two hundred Credits.

The man who had been smiling reached up to tap his screen as if to call, but he paused for a moment before shaking his head and folding his cards.

Tsk... It appears my performance didn't quite convince him in the end.

All eyes shifted to the last man, who flickered his gaze between me and the cards on the table, as if trying to decipher if I was truly bluffing.

Eventually, he tapped his screen to match my bet, and I suppressed a smile as the dealer prompted us to reveal our cards.

He flipped his cards over.

Two aces.

Oh, how lovely. But alas... Too unfortunate for you...

I flipped mine over.

One of the men whistled, and another woman gasped.

"Jack four of a kind beats pair of aces," the dealer announced, tapping on his console to direct the holographic chips in the pot to slide towards my side.

Unexpectedly, the man who had just lost slammed the table and pointed a finger at me, exclaiming, "You!! You cheated!!!"

What in the world, man?