Hi, this chapter is actually longer than I expected, like long enough to be a once-per-week chapter. however, I still decided to post this was because I have an exam on next Monday morning and will be damned if I have to stay up and edit a chapter.
So expect the next chapter to possibly be late or not released in the first place.
[Yuna's POV]
Next Day...
I woke up early in the morning. My body still felt a little stiff, probably due to being in a different bed than I'm used to. Other than that, I also had a weird dream. I dreamt about being in a dark, gloomy space, and I fought against soone in an old duelling arena.
I can't really recall what happened in the duel, but it's probably nothing...
Sighing, I combed my hair and changed into fresh clothes. Exiting my room, I decided to wander around to kill ti as everyone else was still asleep. Unknowingly, after walking for ten minutes, I stumbled upon the control room of the airship.
Understanding that this was probably a place I shouldn't be, I tried to leave but was suddenly stopped by Mokuba's eager voice through the speakers: "Big Sister, good morning; feel free to co in."
The door opened, and I hesitantly entered. Inside were a dozen n in suits, operating on keyboards and monitors that I couldn't possibly comprehend. Overlooking the n was Kaiba as he stared at the large screen in the centre of the room.
"Big sister!" Mokuba called excitedly as he spun around in his seat.
Smiling, I patted his head, and his nose twitched with pride, saying that this was sothing he could brag to Serenity later. A chuckle escaped my lips, and I subconsciously glanced at Kaiba, who was gazing at with a raised brow.
However, he chose to remain silent and continue observing the screen that was displaying the path ahead.
"M... Morning..." I mumbled.
To my surprise, instead of ignoring , Kaiba nodded in greeting. Although he didn't say good morning back, this was already a pretty significant developnt. Following Kaiba, I turned my attention to the large display, and we watched as it showed the real-life video of the sun rising, and the water's surface perfectly reflected the image of the bright red star.
As we flew further, I began to spot a tall, dark structure in the middle of the ocean. It was a massive monolith made of steel with a dark black colour, casting a shadow through the sun. "That place was where Kaiba Corps was born." Kaiba said, sensing my curiosity: "It was built from the ruins of my stepfather's empire, and it symbolises the triumph of the new over the old. That place will be where the finals of Batte City will be held."
I watched with bated breath as the airship flew closer and closer. Knowing their background, I understood how significant that place was for the two brothers, and I was excited to be able to set foot on this sacred ground.
Suddenly, the airship groaned as the transport did a sharp left turn, throwing us off the course. Being caught off guard, we were hurled to the side of the wall with great force. Sliding across the floor, my back struck the wall, and I winced, imagining the bruise I would get later.
Opening one of my eyes, I spotted Mokuba spiralling towards , and I managed to catch him from the fall. However, in doing so, we were sent crashing against one of the windows. "Sano!" Kaiba shouted my na.
He reached out his hand, and I instinctively took it. With insane strength, he managed to pull and Mokuba to him monts before several heavy objects crashed into where we were.
"Tell what's happening, damn it!" Kaiba shouted at his subordinates, and they hurriedly examined the systems of the ship.
"Seto, look!" Mokuba gasped and pointed at the window beside us.
In unison, everyone turned their heads and witnessed a humongous building erging from the waves. It was like an underwater fortress, and its intimidating appearance sent slight shivers down my spine.
As we stared in awe, the central screen flickered brightly, replacing the image of Kaiba Corps Island. There appeared an image of a young boy with teal-coloured hair, blue eyes and sharp features. He was dressed in a white long-sleeve jacket that gave him a professional look.
"If it isn't Seto Kaiba." The boy smirked.
"Identify yourself!" Kaiba snarled.
"Still as demanding as always?" The boy laughed: "You and I gone a long way back." Kaiba clenched the handrails, his knuckles turning white: "Soone shut this thing off!" "I'm sorry, sir," One of the employees apologised: "Our mainfra has been breached." "That's impossible!" Mokuba yelped: "Kaibacorp's security system is top-notch. There's no way it can be hacked!"
"But unfortunately, it can." The boy taunted: "And I'm sorry to say that I'm putting a stop to your card gas."
The airship churned once more, and it began flying towards the sea fortress. Kaiba angrily ordered the n to take back control, but nothing they did worked. Eventually, the airship reached the fortress, and the structure opened up, revealing an internal hanger.
*BOOOM*
The rough landing made us stumble on our steps. The computer screen flickered, and the boy returned: "Welco to my humble abode. Now, as your host, I insist on leaving this airship."
Kaiba: "And what if we don't?"
Suddenly, the hatch doors on the hanger walls opened simultaneously, revealing dozens of turrets. In unison, the barrels of the weapons aid at us as the red lasers on the tips of the guns pointed at our heads.
As if right on ti, Yugi and his friends burst in, attracted by the commotion. However, they instantly froze when they ca face to face with the automatic weapons.
"If you don't, I naturally don't explain what will happen, right?" The boy warned. With no choice, we stepped out of the airship with the guns still trained on us.
"Good. Please enter the door to the right." He instructed as the automatic door unlocked with
a hiss.
"Sir, what should we do?" Roland asked with a solemn gaze.
"The rest of you wait here," Kaiba declared: "I will go alone and put an end to this farce."
*BAM*
As soon as he took a step, one of the guns fired, inciting the screams of several people. The bullet struck the floor before Kaiba, stopping him in his tracks.
"I didn't say just you, did I?" The boy uttered in an antagonizing tone: "Your subordinates can stay, but the other people will be coming with you."
Kaiba scowled, and I could hear the sound of his teeth grinding together: "Fine... Let's go."
"Please wait," A voice interrupted Kaiba: "Mind if we join you?"
We all simultaneously turned around and were surprised to see Ishizu and Odion standing on top of the ramp. Calmly, the two tombkeepers stopped before Kaiba and stared into his eyes: "I hope there won't be any problems?"
"....Stop with your jokes..." Kaiba spat: "Do you really think I can trust you?"
"You don't have to," Ishizu shook her head: "We were rely stating our intentions."
"Don't make repeat myself." Kaiba warned nacingly: "Go.... Back..."
The atmosphere was getting increasingly tense as the two sides refused to back down. I
sighed and finally decided to step in.
"Let them..." I said in the silence.
Kaiba turned to in shock: "What..."
"It's.. fine.." I insisted, and his face contorted into various emotions ranging from anger and annoyance. I also detected a tiny hint of betrayal...
"Suit yourself..." Kaiba growled and walked away as the rest of us were inclined to follow.
Walking through the dark corridor, I stared at Kaiba's broad back as he marched in front of the group. I wanted to ask what happened earlier, but it's best if I wait for now, as he's clearly
pissed off.
I glimpsed at Ishizu beside : "Why?" I couldn't help but voice out.
"Miss Sano agreed to assist the Ishtar family." Ishizu smiled: "It's natural for us to help as
well."
I nodded with relief. After the duel between Marik and Joey, I was worried whether so things would change in the Virtual World arc. I assu that it should be fine with to replace Joey. However, if Ishizu and Odion agreed to help, things would be much easier. Eventually, we arrived at a dark and empty room. There was silence except for the sound of our breathing. The light flickered to life, and the sudden change of brightness montarily
blinded my eyes.
When my vision cleared, standing before us were five n dressed in business attire. Mokuba and Kaiba's eyes widened upon realising their identities.
"It's the Big Fives!" Mokuba exclaid: "What are they doing here!"
The mbers of the Big Five smiled. Stepping forward, the leader of the Big Fives, Gansely, smirked: "Looks like we et again, Seto Kaiba... And Yuna Sano...."
His creepy grin made shiver, and I subconsciously hugged my body. However, before I could return my glare, Kaiba stepped forward and blocked my view. Hey, I want to see too!
But much to my displeasure, Kaiba ignored and continued to stare at the Big Fives: "I thought I had dealt with you scums, yet you cockroaches seed to be still clinging to life." "Yes," Gansely growled: "Although our physical bodies have been lost, in our last encounter, our minds were transported into the virtual world, and now we have returned to exact our
revenge!"
Kaiba smirked: "So you're going to kill us?"
"Quite the contrary," Gansely retorted: "Instead, we want you to suffer the sa fate as us! Once we're done, you will beco rely a senseless data trapped in this virtual world while
we will take control of your bodies!"
Ha ha ha... No, thank you... I don't want any slly old man controlling my body!
It was obvious that everyone shared the sa sentint as , and they glared at the Big
Fives with anger.
"I like to see you try," Seto snarled.
"Indeed we shall," Gansely clapped his head.
The lights in the room brightened, revealing the rows of machinery mounted on the walls.
Responding to Gansely's clap, the devices ca to life, generating a loud noise as they
powered on. "Let's see if you can survive what cos after next," The Big Fives laughed.
Suddenly, a wave of dizziness struck . My knees buckled, and I glanced at the rest of our
group. Similar to , their complexion was pale, and they were clutching their head in pain.
So it begins, Virtual World arc. Damn, when I wake up, hopefully, I'm with soone, I
thought before embracing the dizziness, and everything went dark.
So Unkown Ti Later...
Gradually, my consciousness returned, and I opened my eyes. My head was still a ss, but it
was much better than before. Taking deep breaths, I was able to relax thoroughly, and I
looked around to grasp my surroundings.
I seed to be resting on a chair, and the walls resembled an office. In front of was a wide wooden desk, and I noticed that there seed to be a man sitting on the opposite of the
furniture. Slowly, I raised my head and took in his appearance.
The red business suit, white shirt and black tie...
His fair-coloured skin, grey hair and moustache...
The atmosphere of a calm but deceitful man...
"Good morning, girl," The man opened his mouth, and a deep voice left his throat: "You may
be wondering who I am. Then let indulge you. My na is Gozaburo Kaiba, the forr CEO
of Kaiba Corps, also Seto and Mokuba's adoptive father." F*ck.... I cursed while showing a composed expression. The Virtual World arc has only just started, and I'm already sitting before the final boss!
In the office, Gozaburo and I stared at each other in silence. I can feel his scrutinising gaze, his
pupils scanning from up and down.
Gozaburo humd as his finger tapped against the wooden desk, creating a rhythmic sound:
"Do you know why I summoned you here?" His sudden question made jolt, and I
awkwardly shook my head.
"Well, usually I wouldn't pay attention to a girl like you, but the way you acted around my
"sons" caught my attention." Gozaburo explained: "Also, I heard that you're the one that contributed to my subordinates' exile."
Ah... haha, I averted my gaze. Was it too late to apologise now?
"So, I did so digging," Several docunts manifested in Gozaburo's hand, and he slid it
across the table for to see.
"Yuna Sano, born from a family with no backgrounds."
"Above average academic skills and no other noteworthy expertise."
"General, a run-of-the-mill person from the streets."
Each word felt like a sharp knife stabbing into my guts, and Gozaburo chuckled lightheartedly: "You're really nothing special. The only thing that makes you stand out is the
ability to play a card ga..."
"Yet," his voice turned cold: "How you still manage to get close to them is beyond ."
"But, knowing those failures, it's no wonder that you word your way into their inner circle." Gozaburo scoffed: "It was a mistake to bring those two in. My weapon industry was transford into sothing that makes gas! I should have left them in the orphanage
to...."
*Pak*
I angrily smacked the table. Hearing them being insulted like this generated an indescribable rage within , and my body moved on instinct.
"Apologise," I scowled, inciting his laughter.
"Oh, I will do no such thing," Gozaburo smirked: "Instead, how about we play a ga?"
Beside Gozaburo appeared a stack of Duel Monster Cards. Shuffling the cards, he smiled:
"Despite what I said, I can't find this ga to be a little interesting, so would you want to have a wager?"
Under my suspicious gaze, Gozaburo stood up and walked around the desk: "W... Why..." Gozaburo shrugged, and a duel disk magically appeared on his wrist. Sliding his deck into the device: "How about if you win, you will earn your freedom. But if you lose? It's best if you
don't know."
my
Fine, I sat up from my seat; I will make sure you take back what you said earlier! I readied duel disk, but soon, realisation dawned upon : I'm not wearing one! Rembering that I was in a virtual world, I began to panic.
"Heh," Gozaburo glanced at with amusent. He swiped his arm, and suddenly, a duel
disk manifested on my wrist: "For your deck, I will allow you to use any cards that you know. But Egyptian God Cards are obviously forbidden."
I froze upon hearing his declaration, and I tilted my head in a daze.
"What do you have a problem with that?" Gozaburo smirked.
No, it's just... I glimpsed at the system screen that randomly appeared.
[Task #8: Are You Sure About That?]
[Make Gozaburo Kaiba regret his words]
[Reward: 5000 Credits]
[Special Condition: All Cards in the Shop will be temporarily unlocked.]
[3rd POV] Gozaburo smiled as Yuna stared into space. Despite being known as the Duel King, he heavily doubted whether Yuna could best him in a ga of strategy. 'Trapped in this world, I have studied this card ga and created, in my opinion, the best deck
that can ever exist. Duel King or not, the outco is already set in stone,' Gozaburo thought
quietly. However, Yuna quickly snapped out of her daze and asked worriedly: "You... sure?" Gozaburo frowned: "What is that supposed to an? Of course, I'm sure!" "Promise?"
"Are you taking for a liar?! I, Gozaburo Kaiba, will never go back on his words!"
Unconvinced, Yuna went to the table and grabbed a pen. After scribbling on a piece of paper, she handed it to Gozaburo: "Contract..."
Gozaburo:.....
Suddenly, he didn't understand why; Gozaburo began to feel slightly nervous. Unfortunately, what was said had already been said, so he cautiously signed on the piece of paper. Making sure that it really was his signature, Yuna nodded to herself before choosing her deck.
Soon, a stack of cards appeared in her hand, and she inserted it into the duel disk.
"Alright," Gozaburo regained his composure: "Let's begin!"
[Gozaburo Kaiba: 4000 LP]
[Yuna Sano: 4000 LP]
[Warning: The following content may be triggering, insulting, and possibly traumatising for
the Yugioh players out there, You have been warned.]
"I will go first," Gozaburo declared as he drew five cards from his deck. Glancing at his hand,
his smile widened: "First, I will activate Painful Choice. I can choose five cards from my deck, and you will have to pick one while I discard the rest into my graveyard."
Gozaburo approached Yuna with a smirk, presenting the five options to her:
Exodia the Forbidden One
Right Arm of the Forbidden One
Left Arm of the Forbidden One
Right Leg of the Forbidden One
Left Leg of the Forbidden One
Yuna gazed at the cards silently and picked out the Right Leg of the Forbidden One. Gozaburo
took the card into his hand and moved back to his side of the field.
"Next, I will activate Graceful Charity to draw three cards from the deck, and then I must discard two cards."
Drawing another three cards, Gozaburo then slid two cards into his duel disk. When everything was ready, Gozaburo's laughter filled the room: "To think luck shines down upon
today, my preparations are completed, and this duel will end swiftly!"
"I activated my Contract with Exodia!"
The floor seed to shake as a colossal statue of the head of the Exodia rose from the ground.
The eyes on the statue light up, and the stone structure opens its mouth, unleashing a
yellowish breath. "When there are all of the pieces of Exodia in the graveyard, I will be able to play this card!" Gozabura explained: "Using two thousand of my life points as a sacrifice, I will be able to summon a monster stronger than a God! I call upon you, Exodia Necross!"
Instantly, the eyes on the statue transford into pure darkness, and the yellowish breath
beca murky like mud.
*BOOM*
An arm burst out of the disgusting substance as a peal of coarse and deep laughter entered
everyone's ears. Yuna took a step back as the oppressive energy intensified to a dangerous
degree.
With its re presence, the walls surrounding Yuna and Gozaburo were blown away. With enough space, the monster fully revealed its proper form. With a height as tall as Obelisk the
Torntor and its skin as black as the night sky. The Monster that resembled Exodia stood up fully and released a chilling roar. [Exodia Necross: 1800 Attack, o Defence]
"Although it may seem weak, Exodia Necross has a unique effect in that it would gain an ability for every Exodia piece in the graveyard. Exodia the Forbidden One: This card cannot be destroyed by battle.
Right Arm of the Forbidden One: Whenever this card battles an opponent's monster, it gains
1000 ATK at the end of the Damage Step.
Left Arm of the Forbidden One: This card cannot be destroyed by the effects of other
monsters.
Right Leg of the Forbidden One: This card cannot be destroyed by Trap Cards.
Left Leg of the Forbidden One: This card cannot be destroyed by Spell Cards."
Gozaburo spread his arms with a face full of confidence: "With these effects, there's no way for you to defeat Exodia Necross! It's a being superior to the Egyptian Gods!"
"So it will be your turn." Gozaburo said in a mocking tone: "How will the "best" Duel
Monster player get out of this one?" Yuna didn't respond but gazed at Gozaburo silently. The man sneered as he thought that his
opponent was freezing in fear at the power of his Exodia Necross. However, he couldn't be more wrong...
"Ah... I seed to have a bad hand..." Yuna muttered disappointingly and uttered possibly one of the most cursed things you can say in a duel: "I will just set five cards face down and my
turn."
Gozaburo: "....You called that a bad hand..." "Yes," Yuna nodded honestly.
Gozaburo stared at the five placed cards, and all of a sudden, he felt a slight chill: "I will
draw,"
"Hold on," Yuna stopped him: "I will first activate Gozen Match; we can only have one attribute of monsters, and if we own any other monsters with a separate attribute, we send
the monsters to the graveyard."
"Then, I activate Rivalry of the Warlords; we can only control one monster type, and if we own
any other monsters with a separate type, we send the monsters to the graveyard."
"Are you done?" Gozaburo asked, but to his horror, Yuna shook her head." "I will also activate Summon Limit. We will only be able to summon two monsters per turn,
and then I also play Skill Drain. By paying one thousand life points, we can no longer activate
monster effects."
[Yuna Sano: 4000 LP -> 3000 LP]
"Is that all..." He muttered gravely, and Yuna finally nodded. Gozaburo pinched the bridge of his nose as he felt a migraine developing in his head: 'Don't worry, there's nothing to worry about; I still have Exodia Necross, so everything should be fine. Despite the Skill Drain, its effect has already been activated, so it doesn't matter."
"Now, Exodia Necross, attack!"
The monster roared and unleashed a devasting laser. Struck by the laser, Yuna gritted her
teeth and endured the damage, unbothered by the sharp drop of her life points.
[Yuna Sano: 3000 LP -> 1200 LP]
"Unfortunately, Exodia Necross didn't battle a monster, so it can't gain one thousand attacks." Gozaburo explained: "It's your turn." 'There's nothing to worry about, just one more hit and I will win. The earlier move may have scared a little bit but its only empty threats!' Gozaburo eventually regained his composure and boasted: "Fool, are you aware that your trap cards affect you too?! You have just shot
yourself in the foot; good luck destroy...."
"I will special summon Gaciel, the Sea Turtle Kaiju, from my hand. Its effect allows to
tribute one of your monsters and special summon this card onto your side of the field."
Gozaburo: "Co again?"
Exodia Necross suddenly burst into millions of pieces and was replaced by a giant turtle
monster that seed to be taunting him. [Gaciel, the Sea Turtle Kaiju: 2200 Attack, 3000 Defence]
"Ha.... There's nothing to worry about! The monster you gave is still powerful! How
should you defeat it?!"
"Um, I will play my last trap card, Eldlixir of Scarlet Sanguine. This card allows to special
summon my boss monster, Eldlich the Golden Lord, from my deck."
*WHOOSH*
The ground in front of Yuna trembled, and a tall figure donning golden armour erged.
Flaunting the purple cape on its back, Eldlich the Golden Lord crossed its arms and stood with
an imposing atmosphere.
[Eldlich the Golden Lord: 2500 Attack, 2800 Defence] "Now, Eldlich the Golden Lord, attack, please," Yuna ordered as the monster charged,
destroying the sea turtle with one punch. [Gozaburo Kaiba: 2000 LP -> 1700 LP]
"Ah... Ah..." Words refused to leave his mouth as Gozaburo wanted to tear his hair off out of
frustration. What the hell was this?! This was pure evil! That woman was definitely a demon! He drew a card, and his expression sowhat brightened: "I will play Special Hurricane! I can
discard one card and destroy every special summoned monster on the field!" Gozaburo hurriedly dumped one card into the graveyard, and he watched with delight as Eldlich, The Golden Lord, got smitten by lightning and perished. "I will end my turn here," Gozaburo said with determination. He was safe for now. As long as
he gets a monster on the field before her, he can win! "Oh no... My Eldlich, the Golden Lord," Yuna mumbled: "Anyways..." "I activate Eldlich the Golden Lord's effect in the graveyard, and I will destroy my Skill Drain.
Then I can add Eldlich the Golden Lord back into my hand and special summon a zombie
monster from my hand. I choose the Eldlich, the Golden Lord." [Eldlich the Golden Lord: 2500 Attack, 2800 Defence]
Imdiately, all the hope drained from Gozaburo's face, and he collapsed onto his knees. As
if the wound wasn't deep enough, Yuna then grabbed the taphorical knife in his stomach
and began twisting it.
"Then Eldlich the Golden Lord's second effect allows it to gain one thousand attacks."
[Eldlich the Golden Lord: 2500 -> 3500 Attack, 2800 Defence]
"Now attack."
Gozaburo: "Oh for fuc...."
*BOOOOOOM*
[Gozaburo Kaiba: 1700 LP -> 0 LP]
I hope you enjoy this one.
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