His prior actions are who he is and what he does.
Money would be held by a trusted 3rd party. He can't stiff you, or lie about anything. But you'll slink away, like you did when Vit offered to bet you with the same conditions. We get it, you don't have a pot to piss in, and can't afford to make any bets. It's OK. At least be man enough to decline the bet.