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!"

table and tried to calm the crowd and keep things

hundreds had gathered around the table. It was packed tight with people, leaving no room

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

Mystic Arts Order's formidable reputation loomed over the crowd like a dark cloud.

sect anyone would want to mess with among the three major

risking their life, and there was no telling how

later, the fifth

already placed their bets, with only

two minutes to

some celestial stones." After

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

just about chilling out. Sometimes, you must dive

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

simply smiled and said

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

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

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

they were willing to lend celestial stones, even to those without any, struck

wasn't known for acts of charity.

facing him, let alone some unknown underdog. I believe

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

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

be fine. Look at us. We've been on a winning streak for several