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.

in the battle ring announced the start of the match, the betting was

and make our guild proud!" Ruby's voice echoed through the crowd. She cheered

Dalen sat nearby. Their expressions were calm as they watched the match

his head toward her direction. Dalen, sensing something, swiftly turned to Dustin and greeted him with a nod

His expression was serious as he

a burly man named Atlas Brude, was quite the contrast. Standing six feet three inches tall and with a big, muscular build, he brandished two battle axes. His

the contrary, Miles, though in good shape, looked slender next

name? I don't spare any nameless spirits under my axes." Atlas swung his two battle axes onto his shoulders with

from Sword

disciple?" Atlas raised an eyebrow, and his fighting spirit grew

tough martial artists capable

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 his sword and pointed it straight at

how skilled you Sword Union disciples really are!" Atlas sneered. Then, he charged

as he closed in and swung his axes down on Miles' shoulders with tremendous force. Given Atlas' strength, even a rhinoceros would be torn apart

axes descending, Miles knew he couldn't take the attack head- on. So, he twisted his body and

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