An Understated Dominance (Dustin Rhys)

“Since Madam Penelope has spoken, I’ll follow her lead,” Alloy said with a smile. “What about Mr. Hadley and Sage Foyer?”

“I’m in if you want to make a bet,”

Cyrus-replied coolly.

“It’s not every day we get an opportunity like this. Let me stir things up a bit.” Kaden nodded with a grin.

Once the three had agreed, Penelope waved for Abigail to come over.

Soon, Abigail approached them with a wide grin. “Esteemed guests, I hear you want to bet. The current odds are-bet on Dustin to win, and you’ll get 1.6 times your stake. Bet on Glenn, and it’s only 0.4.”

She continued, “And no worries-if you win, I’ll exchange your winnings for celestial stones.”

Abigail smiled brightly, and the other parties’ eyes gleamed with the unmistakable shine of greed.

Many had already placed their bets with her. Though she couldn’t control the match’s outcome, she knew how to adjust the odds to her advantage. Over time, that could turn into a huge fortune.

Cyrus quickly tossed a translucent, greenish orb to

its inside swirled like liquid

Orb? Mr. Hadley doesn’t joke around when it comes to betting.” Penelope’s

Aqua Orb was one of the five elements orbs. It allowed the user to control the flow

also sharpened the mind, accelerated cultivation, and refined martial skills. It was a scarce treasure highly

Are you afraid to accept it?”

not. Whatever the big shots are betting, I’ll accept whatever’s offered.” Abigail nodded repeatedly. After all, there were always gamblers

pretty tempting, but I still trust Glenn. I’m putting my money on him to win.” Alloy chuckled as he

them

treasure!” Abigail’s

Alliance, known for boosting strength and endurance to incredible levels. It was a coveted

and the ingredients were hard to come by. As a result, the pill was extremely scarce, and only selected disciples were ever fortunate enough to get their

betting

have both placed their bets on Glenn, I’ll

Kaden smiled and pulled