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!"

to calm the crowd and keep

had gathered around the table. It was packed tight with people,

from causing trouble or getting rowdy. But if they had misbehaved, Abigail would

dark cloud. Those even considering causing trouble in

was the last sect anyone would want to mess with among the three major

their life, and there was no telling how they would

later, the fifth round

their bets, with only

two minutes to accommodate them.

to win some celestial stones." After returning to his seat, Miles was

Taking it too seriously can lead to trouble. It's

Life's not just about chilling out. Sometimes, you must dive in, stir things

can't understand what's going on in your head." Ruby shook her head, eyeing

simply smiled and

before they hatch. Whether Number 13 wins this match is still up in the air," Crystal

the hassle of dealing with the crowd and partly due

of events troubled

the bookie would cut their losses and minimize risks when faced with a losing streak like this. But

stones, even to those without

all, the Mystic Arts Order wasn't known for acts of charity.

Brandon's strength. Even I might have trouble facing him, let alone some

likely to win. Don't you think our collective judgment outweighs

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

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