Chapter 001NicoleThe Infinite Hotel and Casino, one of the town's budget-friendly gambling spots, was, if I remember correctly, an unlicensed joint in New York. Unfortunately, I worked there as a cocktail server. As I pulled down the hem of my black mini skirt to cover more of my thighs, I scanned the room with squinted eyes. The lights above were low, creating a glow from the many twinkling slot machines, which made me cringe at the noise. I started working here three months ago because my stepmom insisted; if I had said no, they would have stopped funding my niece Andrea's leukemia treatment. Andrea, my late sister Camille's daughter who died in an accident, relies solely on me. So, I was determined to do everything I could to help her fight this serious illness. Getting used to the lively colors and the constant buzz of the slot machines was tough—I can't really describe the sound. It wasn't music, but it wasn't just noise either. It was like a mechanical symphony—tinkling, cl
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