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!"

betting table and tried to calm the crowd and keep things

moment, a crowd of hundreds had gathered around the table. It was packed tight with people, leaving no room for

getting rowdy. But if they had misbehaved, Abigail would have had to step in and assert

over the crowd like a dark cloud. Those even considering causing trouble

was the last sect anyone would

and there was no telling how

the fifth round

placed their bets, with only

by two minutes to accommodate them. She hoped to attract

to win some celestial stones." After returning to

seriously can lead to trouble. It's all about enjoying

too laid-back. Life's not just about chilling out. Sometimes, you must dive in, stir things up, and keep it exciting.

going on in your head."

simply smiled and

Whether Number 13 wins this match is still up in the air," Crystal

she didn't place any bets either. She opted out of it, partly due to the hassle of dealing with the crowd and partly due to a

sailing of events troubled

losses and minimize risks when faced with a losing streak like this. But the Mystic Arts Order acted

fact that they were willing to lend celestial stones, even to those without

for acts

seen Brandon's strength. Even I might have trouble facing him, let alone some unknown underdog. I believe he could

he's strong and likely to win. Don't

but there's always someone better. Until the fight ends, nobody can

at us.