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 start of the match,

guild proud!" Ruby's voice echoed through the crowd. She cheered on Miles as he

Dalen sat nearby. Their expressions were calm as

Dustin turned his head toward her direction. Dalen, sensing something, swiftly turned to Dustin and

confidently in the center of the battle ring. His expression was serious as he gripped

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

shape, looked slender next to ATIas'

I don't spare any nameless spirits under my axes." Atlas swung his

from Sword Union," Miles replied

disciple?" Atlas raised an eyebrow,

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, it

Miles slowly raised his sword and pointed it

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

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

take the attack head- on. So, he twisted

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