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 crowd and keep

of hundreds had gathered around the table.

refrained from causing trouble or getting rowdy. But if

over the crowd like a dark cloud.

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

and there was no telling how they would meet

minutes later, the fifth

bets, with only a few

minutes to accommodate them. She hoped

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

prefer to gamble for fun. Taking it too seriously can lead to trouble.

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

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

simply smiled and

before they hatch. Whether Number 13 wins

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

of events

would cut their losses and minimize risks when faced with a losing streak like

to lend celestial stones, even to those without

wasn't known for acts of charity. This behavior only heightened her

might have trouble facing him, let alone some unknown underdog. I believe he could secure victory in just ten moves," Miles

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

always someone better. Until the fight ends,

worry, Crystal. This time, everything will be fine. Look at us. We've been on a winning streak for several rounds," Ruby