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 things orderly. She

had gathered around the table. It was packed tight with

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

Order's formidable reputation loomed over the crowd like a dark cloud. Those

the last sect anyone would want to

life, and there was no telling how they would

later, the fifth round

already placed their bets, with

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

prefer to gamble for fun. Taking it too seriously can lead to trouble. It's all about enjoying the game,"

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

understand what's going on in your head." Ruby shook her head,

smiled

wins this match is still up in the air," Crystal

partly due to the hassle of

of events troubled

with a losing streak like this. But the Mystic Arts Order acted differently. They

stones,

wasn't known for acts of

seen Brandon's strength. Even I might have trouble facing him, let alone some unknown underdog. I believe he could secure victory in

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

Until the fight ends, nobody can guarantee

worry, Crystal. This time, everything will be fine. Look at us. We've been on a winning