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.

moment, a crowd of hundreds had gathered around the table. It was packed tight with people, leaving no

rowdy. But if they had misbehaved, Abigail would

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

last sect anyone would want to mess with among the

their life, and there was no telling

later, the fifth round

already placed their bets, with only a few stragglers

to accommodate them. She hoped

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

gamble for fun. Taking it too seriously can lead to trouble. It's all about enjoying

you must dive in, stir things up, and

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

smiled

our eggs before they hatch. Whether Number 13 wins this match is still up in the

She opted out of it, partly due to the

smooth sailing of

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

stones, even to those without any, struck

all, the Mystic Arts Order wasn't known for acts of charity. This behavior only heightened

trouble facing him, let alone some unknown underdog. I believe

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

but there's always someone better. Until the

will be fine. Look at us. We've been