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!"

stood before the betting table and tried to calm the crowd and keep things orderly. She hadn't expected the

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

composed and refrained from causing trouble or getting rowdy. But if they

like a dark cloud. Those even considering causing trouble in their presence

Order was the last sect

there was no telling how they

minutes later, the

bets,

extended the time by two minutes to

aren't you betting? This is a golden opportunity to win some celestial stones." After returning to his

fun. Taking it too seriously can lead to

just about chilling out. Sometimes, you must dive in, stir things up, and keep it exciting. Otherwise,

I can't understand what's going on in your head." Ruby shook her head, eyeing Dustin as though he were

smiled and said

13 wins this match is still up in

like Dustin, 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

of

and minimize risks when faced with a losing streak like

willing to lend celestial stones, even to those

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

strength. Even I might have trouble facing him, let alone some unknown underdog. I believe he

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

always someone better. Until the fight ends, nobody can guarantee he

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