An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Chapter 2261

"Dr. Rhys, don't worry. Even if Number 12 loses, no one's going to blame you," Alicia said with a reassuring smile.

"Yeah, we're just here for the fun of it. Winning or losing doesn't really matter," Aurora chimed in.

"That's a relief." Dustin nodded.

Gambling could remain harmless if one didn't become too engrossed in it. However, once addicted, it was easy to lose one's rationality. Therefore, it was wise to clarify matters beforehand to prevent unnecessary complications.

"Fenley, do you want to join US?" Alicia suddenly turned to Fenley beside her.

"No thanks. You guys go ahead. I'm not into it." Fenley smiled and shook his head. He was passionate about martial arts. Aside from training and fighting, nothing else piqued his interest.

"What about you, Dr. Rhys?" Alicia asked Dustin.

'TH just watch the match," he declined politely. He knew that Abigail's role as the dealer could manipulate the outcome. Plus, those who placed their bets would eventually lose everything.

"Come on, place your bets. The match is about to start," Abigail shouted as she urged more gamblers to place their bets.

the battle ring announced the

proud!" Ruby's voice echoed through the crowd.

Their expressions were calm as they watched the match

toward her direction. Dalen, sensing something, swiftly turned to

battle ring. His expression was serious as he gripped his

Atlas Brude, was quite the contrast. Standing six feet three inches tall and with a big, muscular build, he brandished two battle axes. His exposed, hairy chest gave him a resemblance more

contrary, Miles, though in good shape, looked

spirits under my axes." Atlas swung his two battle axes onto his shoulders with

Sword Union," Miles

Union disciple?" Atlas raised an

continued, "I've heard they only accept elites. All their disciples are tough martial artists capable of taking on 100 opponents. I wonder if those rumors are

heard about the Sword Union's reputation but hadn't expected to encounter one of their disciples so soon. If he could defeat Miles in the ring,

you find out for yourself?" Miles slowly raised

disciples really are!" Atlas sneered. Then, he charged forward like a human tank. Each step sent tremors

and swung his axes down on Miles' shoulders with tremendous force. Given Atlas'

couldn't take the attack head- on. So, he twisted his body and swiftly dodged

crashed down simultaneously onto the battle ring, which sent the sparks flying in all directions. The once-solid surface of the battle ring now bore two deep