Lady & Hater
Hater
So, Lady, ever wonder why the best negotiators love a good bluff, or do you think they’re just playing a game with no rules?
Lady
Bluffs keep the other side guessing; they force decisions before all the facts are on the table. It's not a game without rules, it's a game where the rules are clear: win, lose, or concede. A good bluff moves the game forward.
Hater
Nice theory, but a bluff can backfire if the other side reads your hand. Maybe it moves the game forward, maybe it just stalls it.
Lady
If they spot your bluff, the only choice is a bad move for them – you’re forcing a decision, not letting them wait. Even a failed bluff is a win if you use the pause to reset the terms. It’s all about reading them fast and acting before they do.
Hater
Nice line, but remember a bluff only works if the other side believes it’s your plan, not your backup. If they catch you, you lose the whole game, not just a move. And acting before they act doesn’t guarantee they’ll make a good decision. It’s a gamble that can backfire faster than you think.
Lady
You’re right, a bluff is a high‑stakes play. I always calculate the odds before I act. If the other side reads me, I have a backup that keeps the table intact. It’s about betting the right amount—too much and I lose everything, too little and I get nothing. The key is to make the other side think I’m already in that position, even if I’m not.