An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

The man in black gracefully accepted his defeat.

It was evident that Number 6 outclassed him. However, she allowed him a dignified exit rather than swiftly knocking him off the battle ring.

After all, refusing to acknowledge defeat would have been unbecoming.

"Thank you!" She nodded respectfully.

Ultimately, the first battle ring concluded with Number 6 emerging victorious.

"Dustin, you've got a keen eye. You nail the first match right off the bat. I'm impressed!" Miles exclaimed.

"It's just luck," Dustin replied nonchalantly. His bet was purely for fun, as the outcome didn't concern him.

Miles lamented as he shook his head, "Luck is also a form of skill. I just lacked a bit of it. If Number 28 had been cautious enough and not underestimated their opponent, I might have won the bet."

"Miles, it's not that you have bad luck. Your judgment is clearly off," Ruby shot back and rolled her eyes. "You were sure Number 28 would win, so I trusted you, but he lost. Then, you said Number 6 would lose, and she won.

up to bad luck, but messing up twice? That just shows

embarrassed. "Everyone slips up now and then. Those two matches were just flukes. But don't worry, I'll win in the next round. You can

"Really?" She sounded skeptical.

with my

trust you one more

Dustin simply

all eight battle rings

bet on Number 6, Dalen's choice, Number 15, also came

resulted in victories. Hence, this

Congratulations to the three of you on your wins." Abigail smiled as she lightly applauded.

retrieved a square sandalwood box. Then, he placed

a collection of white celestial stones. Each stone was no larger than a

Are these celestial stones?" Miles' eyes widened in amazement

They're packed with highly concentrated spiritual energy. It allows direct absorption