The Gamble

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Set in nineteenth-century New York City, the story follows teenager Leung, who is torn between his promise to improve his boxing skills and the urgent need to help his uncle facing crippling gambling debts. As he steps into the dangerous world of bareknuckle boxing, Leung grapples with his principles and the harsh realities of his circumstances, highlighting themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the struggle for personal integrity amidst adversity.