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.

hundreds had gathered around the table. It was packed

trouble or getting rowdy. But if they

a dark cloud. Those even considering causing trouble in their

Mystic Arts Order was the last sect anyone would want to mess with among the

risking their life, and there was no telling how they

later, the

placed their bets, with

extended the time by two minutes to accommodate them. She hoped to attract

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

gamble for fun. Taking it too seriously can lead to trouble. It's all about enjoying

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

such an easy celestial stone-earning opportunity? I can't understand what's going on in your head." Ruby shook her

simply smiled and

eggs before they hatch. Whether Number 13 wins this match is

She opted out of it, partly due to the hassle of dealing with the crowd and partly due

smooth sailing of events troubled

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

celestial stones, even to those

for acts of charity.

trouble facing him, let alone some unknown underdog.

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

good, but there's always someone better. Until the fight ends, nobody can guarantee he will win," Crystal

will be fine. Look at us. We've been on