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!"

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

had gathered around the table. It was packed

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

like a dark cloud. Those even

last sect anyone would want to

life, and there was

minutes later, the fifth round

placed their bets, with only a

the time by two minutes to accommodate them. She hoped

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

lead to trouble. It's all about

must dive in,

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

smiled and said

count our eggs before they hatch. Whether Number 13 wins this match is still up in the air," Crystal interjected, offering

it, partly due to the

of events

a losing streak like this. But the Mystic Arts Order acted differently. They remained friendly, even

celestial stones, even to those without any,

Order wasn't known for acts of

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

just too skeptical. If everyone's betting on Brandon, it means he's strong and likely to win. Don't

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

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