An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

"Get those bets in, quick! Trust me, put your bet on Number 13, Brandon Swift!"

"Hey guys, it's time to hit the jackpot! Don't miss this golden opportunity!"

"Hey, does anyone have treasures to spare? I'll pay you back with interest once I win those celestial stones!"

The gamblers clamored. They jostled forward and were eager to place their bets. Anything valuable was thrown into the betting table without a second thought.

Soon, the atmosphere crackled with excitement.

This round was like hitting the jackpot for the gamblers, so doubling down was a no-brainer.

"Hey, make some room! We're here first, so let us get our bets in!"

As the crowd of gamblers grew denser, chaos broke out.

Miles and Ruby were momentarily taken aback and surrounded by eager gamblers. The duo had to push through the crowd to get to the betting table.

After all, opportunities like this only came once. Plus, with only a few minutes remaining until the start of the fifth round, they couldn't afford to miss out.

It would mean a significant loss for them if they failed to place their bets before the betting pool closed. Thus, they disregarded decorum and pushed forward relentlessly.

"Don't fret, guys. There's plenty of time for everyone. Let's maintain order and take turns."

"We've got plenty of time. Everyone will get their shot at placing a bet."

"Hey, you in the purple! Quit climbing on someone's back! Get down from there!"

and keep things orderly. She hadn't expected the situation

table. It was packed tight

But if they had misbehaved, Abigail would have

like a dark

Order was the last sect anyone would

and there was no telling how they would meet

later, the

already placed their bets, with only

two minutes to accommodate them. She hoped to attract more

betting? This is a golden opportunity to win some celestial stones." After returning to his seat, Miles was curious

to gamble for fun. Taking it too seriously can lead to

Sometimes, you must dive in, stir

understand what's going on in your head." Ruby shook her head, eyeing Dustin as though he

simply smiled

Let's not count our eggs before they hatch. Whether Number 13 wins this match is still up in the air," Crystal interjected, offering

place any bets either. She opted out of it, partly due to the hassle of dealing with the crowd and partly

of

the bookie would cut their losses and minimize risks when faced with a losing streak like this. But the Mystic Arts Order acted differently. They remained friendly,

were willing to lend celestial stones, even to

Order wasn't known for acts of charity. This behavior

I might have trouble facing him, let alone some unknown underdog. I believe he could secure victory in just ten

and likely to win. Don't you think our collective judgment outweighs yours?" Ruby

isn't good, but there's always someone better. Until the

at us. We've been on a winning