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!"

stood before the betting table and tried to calm the crowd and keep things orderly. She hadn't expected the situation

moment, a crowd of hundreds had gathered around the table.

getting rowdy. But if

dark cloud.

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

meant risking their life, and there was no telling how

minutes later, the fifth round

already placed their bets, with only a

even extended the time by two minutes to accommodate

to win some celestial stones." After returning

seriously can lead to trouble. It's all about enjoying

too laid-back. Life's not just about chilling out. Sometimes, you must dive in, stir things up, and keep it exciting. Otherwise, it's just dull." Miles

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

simply smiled

earning opportunity? Let's not count our eggs before they hatch. Whether Number 13 wins this match is still up

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

smooth sailing of events

with a losing streak like this.

they were willing to lend celestial stones, even to

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

him, let alone some unknown underdog. I

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

Brandon isn't good, but there's always someone better. Until the fight ends, nobody can guarantee he will win," Crystal

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