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!"

calm the crowd and keep things orderly. She

that moment, a crowd of hundreds had gathered around the table. It was

and refrained from causing trouble or getting rowdy. But if they had misbehaved, Abigail would have had to step

formidable reputation loomed over the crowd like a dark cloud.

the Mystic Arts Order was the last sect anyone would want to

was no telling how they

the fifth

gamblers had already placed their bets, with only a

time by two minutes to

aren't you betting? This is a golden opportunity to win some celestial stones." After returning to his seat, Miles was curious about Dustin's lack of

can lead to trouble. It's all about enjoying the game," Dustin replied

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

up such an easy celestial stone-earning opportunity? I can't understand what's going on in your head." Ruby shook her head, eyeing Dustin as though he were a

simply smiled

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

it, partly due to the hassle of dealing with the crowd and partly due to a nagging sense that something

smooth sailing of events troubled

with a losing streak like this. But the Mystic Arts Order acted differently. They

to lend celestial stones,

Mystic Arts Order wasn't known for acts

him, let alone some

If everyone's betting on Brandon, it means he's strong and likely to win. Don't you think our collective judgment outweighs

always someone better. Until the fight

at us. We've been on a winning streak for several rounds,"