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!"

table and tried to calm the crowd and keep things orderly. She hadn't expected the situation to escalate like

hundreds had gathered around the table. It was packed tight with people, leaving no room

and refrained from causing trouble or getting rowdy. But if they had misbehaved, Abigail would have had to step

loomed over the crowd like a dark cloud. Those even considering causing trouble in their presence were flirting with

last sect anyone would want

meant risking their life, and there was no telling how

later, the

bets, with only

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

opportunity to win some celestial stones." After returning to his seat, Miles was curious about Dustin's lack of

can lead to trouble.

must dive in,

an easy celestial stone-earning opportunity? I can't understand what's going on in

smiled and said

opportunity? Let's not count our eggs before they hatch. Whether Number 13 wins this match is still up in the air,"

didn't place any bets either. She opted out of it, partly due to the hassle of dealing with the

smooth sailing of events troubled

would cut their losses and minimize risks when faced with a losing streak like this. But the Mystic Arts Order acted

stones, even to those without any, struck

Order wasn't known for acts of charity. This behavior

facing him, let alone some unknown underdog. I believe

and likely to win. Don't you

someone better. Until the fight

us. We've been on a winning streak for several rounds,"