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!"

tried to calm the crowd and keep things orderly. She hadn't expected the situation

had gathered around the table. It was

causing trouble or getting rowdy. But if

over the crowd like a dark cloud. Those even considering causing trouble in their presence were flirting

Arts Order was the last sect anyone would

their life, and there was no telling how they would

later, the fifth

gamblers had already placed their bets, with only

two minutes to accommodate

is a golden opportunity to win some celestial stones." After returning to his seat, Miles was curious about Dustin's lack of

for fun. Taking it too seriously can lead to trouble. It's all about enjoying the game,"

laid-back. Life's not just about chilling out. Sometimes, you must dive in, stir things

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

simply smiled and said

wins this match is still up in the air," Crystal interjected, offering Ruby a reality

the hassle of dealing with the crowd and partly

sailing of events troubled

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

willing to lend celestial stones, even to those

wasn't known for acts of charity. This behavior only heightened

him, let alone some unknown underdog. I believe he could secure victory in just ten moves," Miles

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

not saying Brandon isn't good, but there's always someone better. Until the fight ends, nobody can guarantee he will win," Crystal

This time, everything will be fine. Look at us. We've been on a winning streak for