The villainous young master just wants to live a Buddhist-like life.

　Although it has the same specifications as standard magic cards, it is not a magic card, but a magical item.

　After asking how to use it, Dak accepted it.

　Professor Mitya crossed her arms and said, "Next, tell me about the 'Apocalypse' you saw."

　……

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Chapter 721

　After a moment's thought, Dak recounted what he had seen in the "revelation."

　Professor Mitis was already aware of this and was not surprised.

　But Eudora's mouth gaped open, her face full of astonishment.

　Throughout history, there have been countless instances of prophets seeing the same future. However, almost none have seen the same vision in "Apocalypse."

　But since this coincidence has indeed occurred, we can only use it as a basis for further deduction.

　Professor Mitya pondered for a long time before saying in a deep voice, "Although theoretically, what the 'Apocalypse' sees isn't necessarily something the prophet was personally involved in, since this coincidence has indeed occurred, it's highly likely that it's something related to both of you. Assuming it does happen next semester... the possibility that it took place within the academy is extremely high."

　"Wait, did Eudora make the same prophecy?" Rose only realized the problem at this moment and couldn't help but ask in surprise.

　Professor Mitis smiled and said, "That's right, but you have to keep it a secret."

　Rose: "Oh."

　The group then continued their discussion inside the pumpkin carriage.

　Previously, Eudora had offered some interpretations of the second "Apocalypse".

　Those three extremely dim stars are "death stars".

　The Death Star represents something ominous.

　Thirdly, quantity.

　Finally, they all fall into one place, signifying that they will eventually converge and thus trigger a calamity.

　The creatures lurking in the darkness were swallowed by the explosion, signifying that someone was watching and that someone would die.

　This is the most superficial understanding, but the simplest truths are often the most obvious, and the most easily seen facts are often the truth.

　"Someone will die..." Rose covered her mouth.

　Dark, Eudora, and Professor Mitia all seemed rather indifferent.

　Dark said, "It's just one direction of interpretation. Perhaps it wasn't a person who died, or perhaps it was simply a premonition of disaster. And since we already know it, we should try to decipher it and avoid it. Isn't that what prophecy exists for?"

　Rose had studied astrology for a semester, so she naturally understood this principle.

　She nodded, suppressing the panic in her heart.

　……

　Half an hour later, the full moon disappeared from the night sky, and dark clouds gathered, as if a heavy rain was about to roar in.

　Dark, Eudora, and Rose stepped down from the carriage one after another, and Professor Mitia then left the classroom in the carriage.

　The three students who remained then went to the Fantastic Beasts Clubroom for a short break.

　Eudora looked at Rose, who was acting as if she were at home, with a hint of envy. She also wanted to join the Fantastic Beasts Club, but she couldn't disobey her master's orders, so she could only join the Astrology Club.

　"Don't worry too much, the professors will handle anything. Instead of worrying about that, think about tomorrow's Silver Cup, who will win?"

　To appease Rose, Dark deliberately diverted her attention.

　Rose frowned and thought for a moment, then took the bait: "It should be... Sarah, right?"

　Dark smiled and asked, "Why?"

　Rose said, "It's just a feeling. It's like Sarah is incredibly talented in every aspect, and I can't see any possibility of her failing. Unless... well, I mean, Lady Luck abandons her."

　“Indeed,” Eudora agreed. “Emma and Vi…Wade?”

　Rose: "Werther!"

　“Oh,” Eudora said, “Emma and Witt always give the impression that something is missing.”

　Dark said, "So, Sara's raw strength is indeed very strong."

　Rose immediately nodded and said, "Yes, yes, she's number one in terms of raw strength!"

　Hard power is paramount!

　……

　Meanwhile, Sara Swati, who is considered the strongest in terms of raw power, is cramming for the upcoming battle.

　The smarter a person is, the more they consider.

　Although Sarah did not believe she would lose, a closer examination revealed that there was indeed a possibility of failure.

　Both Emma and Witt were formidable opponents in her eyes.

　Emma's deck is quite versatile and difficult to counter.

　Witt's deck is extremely strong and difficult to counter once it's fully formed... but not difficult to counter unless he has a hidden trump card.

　It wasn't that Sarah looked down on him; she just felt it was truly hard to imagine what hidden cards this person might have up his sleeve...

　So after taking the "astrology class", she basically spent all her time thinking about how to defeat Emma.

　And on the other side.

　Emma was also thinking about how to defeat Sara.

　The two sides are in different towers, yet they are at odds.

　……

　For the second-year students at this time, the "Silver Cup" was already the biggest event.

　The second-year students from the Magic Academy and the Knight Academy had even prepared cheering slogans, just waiting for the match to begin so they could cheer for both teams.

　Vitor Gold finally got the support he wanted from the second-year Knight Academy boys.

　……

　A little past 11:30, Dark led Rose and Eudora into the common lounge of the Noble House tower.

　Perhaps because all the courses had ended, the second-year boys from the Noble Academy were still lingering in the common room.

　But after a quick look around, Dak noticed that everyone had a tense expression and no one was mentioning the "Silver Cup".

　The defeat in the "Silver Cup" humiliated the boys, and tomorrow held no promise for them.

　He shook his head and smiled, then went up to the third floor, said goodnight to Rose and Eudora, and returned to his dormitory.

　Then he sat down, his expression quickly settling into a serious demeanor.

　What exactly is the calamity that has befallen the academy?

　"Could it be related to 'Into the Abyss'?"

　"Could it be related to the 'third party' who hasn't been found yet?"

　"Could it be related to Professor Kazel's little experiment?"

　"Could it be related to... 'Netherworld Fire'?"

　The more you know, the more you consider.

　Dak's mind was heavy, making it difficult for him to settle down.

　He thought about it for a long time that night, so long that he forgot about the "price of prophecy" and forgot about building the "Elysium" deck.

　……

　The next day, Friday, morning.

　The raindrops dripped from the eaves, and the air became exceptionally fresh after being washed clean.

　Dak opened the window, took a breath of fresh air, and then returned to his desk to continue reading the newspaper.

　This year's Christmas was similar to last year's; whether it was the eldest princess, the eldest prince, or even the church, everyone seemed to be doing the same things as last year.

　However, given last year's prison break, the Holy Church will likely strengthen its security measures.

　Apart from that, the capital remains peaceful this year.

　The most eye-catching new addition to the newspaper was the Christmas-themed advertisement for "simulated duels".

　"May the years be peaceful and serene."

　Dak closed the newspaper and continued sculpting the golem.

　……

　Half past one in the afternoon.

　Diana and Rose knocked on 301's door, inviting Dark to watch the final day of the Silver Cup.

　Dak put down his work, picked up a book, and went out.

　He also has a game today, but it's the evening game.

　Because it was an experimental competition, he didn't pay much attention to it and didn't impose any restrictions on the magical spirits.

　So the magical spirits... also agreed to go to the open-air arena to watch the "Silver Cup".

　The fragrance of the healing flower wafted into the duel arena. The magical spirits, in groups of three or five, followed the crowd who were used to such sights and poured into the duel arena. Instead of looking for Dark, they each found an empty seat in the circular area and sat down, their faces full of excitement.

　[Hawkman]: "Hachahacha!"

　[Translator]: "Watching a duel from the stands is a completely different experience from actually dueling in the arena!"

　[Leomon]: "The onlooker sees more of the game than the player. Observing from an outsider's perspective can enhance one's overall understanding and is beneficial when entering the battle."

　[Zoo? Little Rabbit]: "Meow?"

　[Leomon]: "By the way, you haven't participated in a battle yet, but you should have a chance to be deployed tonight. There's someone named Vader Gott who will be your opponent, so watch carefully later."

　[Zoo? Little Rabbit]: "Meow?"

　[Translator]: "Why fight? Wouldn't it be better for everyone to make friends?"

　[Lion Beast]: "..."

　【Devimon】: "Battle is the driving force of social development."

　[Gatomon]: "Pfft—"

　……

　Unlike the opening ceremony of the "Silver Cup", today's final day of the "Silver Cup" saw very few important figures attending because it is close to Christmas.

　After learning that the young master had abstained, the people in the Duke's mansion also lost interest in the "Silver Cup".

　Inside the Saint Marian Duel Hall in the royal capital, only members of the Holy Church remained watching.

　……

　It was exactly 2 PM.

　As the piano music began, the platform where the host, Judy, stood slowly rose, and fireworks-like light effects burst forth in the sky. In the background, a giant Christmas tree rose from the ground, with colorful halos floating in the sky, creating a very festive atmosphere.

　Although Christmas is still a few days away, that doesn't stop the college from making the most of it.

　"It's already late December, and Christmas is just around the corner. St. Marian Academy is on its mid-term break, and on the last day of the semester, this year's 'Silver Cup' is finally coming to a close. The three finalists will compete in three duels today to determine the ultimate champion!"

　Senior Judy was wearing a tailored Christmas outfit, a Santa hat, and a reindeer head on her wand—regardless of whether the outfit was good or not, it looked good on her.

　"Ladies and gentlemen, let's give a round of applause to welcome our three contestants!"

　"First up is Sarah Swati, the second-year top student of the Magic Academy, who advanced to the Silver Cup main tournament with the highest score and remained undefeated throughout!"

　The cheers rose instantly.

　Sarah walked onto the platform, and as the platform slowly rose, she appeared before the audience.

　She raised her hand towards the audience, waved it lightly, then lowered it with a professional smile.

　"How annoying," she thought, her smile growing even brighter.