Egy játékos, a ki nyer: Regény

In the chaotic wake of the great war, a once‑stately fortress on the banks of the Fiume river has been declared surplus and is about to be sold at a public auction. The crumbling walls of Tersato Castle draw a strange crowd: Austrian officers, Italian merchants, Dalmatian nobles, and a handful of curious onlookers, all gathered to hear the absurdly low starting bid—hundreds of forints for an entire stronghold. No blueprints are shown, no rooms are described; the only clue is the whispered promise that the price reflects the tower’s steep upkeep rather than its hidden splendors.

Amid the murmurs, a sharp‑witted gambler steps forward, treating the auction like a high‑stakes game. He evaluates the eager bidders, the subtle power plays, and the lingering rumors of forgotten treasures within the ruined halls. As the gavel begins to echo, the listener is invited to follow his calculated moves, the quirky negotiations, and the unexpected twists that turn a simple sale into a lively contest of wit and ambition.