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

　In other words, they need to think and plan from the perspective of the underdog. Their original plan was to send out the "Radiant Knight" Lanmayate, who possessed the strongest power, to turn the tide in the most powerful way.

　This is clearly the mindset of the strong.

　However, if we look at it from another angle, the opposing team will most likely send out their stronger players in order to counter their strategy—of course, it is also possible that they will use a piece-trading tactic.

　If it's the former, with Evan Pearson already defeated, they can't guarantee that the "Radiant Knights" will win in a clash of titans.

　The latter, however, would further complicate the situation.

　Either of these approaches would be relatively disadvantageous for the Holy Church Mystic Academy.

　Conversely, if the Holy Church Mystic Academy sends its weaker players to the field at this time, the former can defeat the stronger opponent, while the latter is not without a chance of winning.

　However, this means giving up the second duel, which will be a great test of the team's resilience.

　“Hypothetically, I mean hypothetically,” Evan Pearson said, “what if we follow Trinsina’s strategy, field our weakest player, and then lose two games in a row? What would we do then?”

　Trinsina quickly said, "In that case, we need to win at least three points in the remaining four duels. But we'll be facing the three weakest fighters and Dark Dimon. If we can't get three wins under these circumstances, there's no way we can win." Evan Pearson frowned.

　But Trinsina's analysis was not wrong, and the main reason they needed to take this approach was that he lost to Witt.

　It's his fault, so he should bear the consequences.

　Even though this exchange tactic might draw criticism, it's the only way to win for the team.

　then.

　After determining the strategy, another question arises: who is the weakest among them?

　"Based on Trinsina's strategy, who should we field in the next match?" Evan Pearson asked directly.

　As soon as he finished speaking, everyone's eyes instinctively turned to "Fighting Knight" Glassy Salome.

　"Hey! Why are you all looking at me?" Glassie couldn't help but shout.

　"Ahem!" Hadris Whit, the "Holy Knight," coughed and said, "If Glassie isn't willing, I can actually go too..."

　“Let’s go with Glassie,” said Lanmayate, the “Radiant Knight.”

　The vote was four to one, with one abstention, four in favor, and one against, rendering the opposition invalid.

　The Holy Mystic Academy ultimately decided to send Glassi to the second duel.

　As the time for countermeasures is about to end.

　Darko Dumont and El Pearson, the opposing teams, both stepped forward to the decision table.

　The two exchanged a glance and then placed their chosen player cards into the slots on the strategy table.

　Immediately after the strategy time ended, host Judy activated the projector. Projections of the two contestants about to take the stage appeared simultaneously in the air. St. Marian Academy, Aurora Montilfali!

　The Holy Mystic Academy, Glassie Salome! "Fighting Spirit Knight"

　The students from St. Mary's Academy all frowned.

　Based on yesterday's performance, Glassie Salome doesn't seem like a top-tier horse from the Holy Mystic Academy.

　“I didn’t think they would use this tactic…” Emma muttered to herself.

　"But since they've already adopted it, there's nothing we can do about it."

　"Fortunately, we didn't let Dark play. If it were Aurora, she should be able to win this game."

　"Getting two points first will give us an advantage."

　"After that, all we need to do is find a way to get one more point, and then get Dark to avoid Joan of Arc."

　After a moment's thought, Emma had the winning formula in her mind.

　However, plans are one thing, but execution is another. The remaining Knights of the Round Table on the opposing side are quite strong, so it's not certain that we can consistently score points.

　Emma shook her head, temporarily clearing her mind, and prepared to focus on watching Aurora's duel with the "Fighting Spirit Knight".

　Upon seeing the contestants sent out by this side, the contestants from the Holy Church Mystic Ritual Academy exchanged glances and subtly revealed smiles.

　Of course, "Fighting Spirit Knight" Glassie didn't laugh.

　Although Aurora is a second-year student, after yesterday's competition, no one dares to underestimate him anymore.

　Many people even believe that she is the second best student in the lower grades of St. Marian Academy.

　After all, she defeated Disney Nehm, the captain of Sky Magic Academy, in yesterday's match, while "Son of the Hero" Wit Gold lost to an ordinary contestant.

　However, after Witt Gold defeated Evan Pearson, the captain of the Holy Mystic Academy, in the previous duel, the audience's perception changed somewhat.

　In any case, Aurora's strength has been widely recognized.

　Therefore, in the eyes of the players from the Holy Church Mystic Academy, this "exchange of pieces" tactic was undoubtedly very successful.

　Sacrificing one Glassie to eliminate the opponent's strongest member besides the captain is the most worthwhile thing to do.

　The contestants from the Holy Ritual Academy finally felt a sense of relief. At least this time, they had gained the upper hand strategically.

　Furthermore, since "Fighting Spirit Knight" Glassie was originally intended as a sacrificial pawn, there's absolutely no need to worry about the outcome of this duel.

　Naturally, one won't feel anxious about winning or losing the game. After all, losing is normal, and winning is a pleasant surprise.

　In other words, they can still hope for a miracle. "Enjoy the duel itself!"

　"Enjoy what?! I'm going to win!"

　As Glassie walked off the stage of the Holy Mystic Academy, he made a solemn vow in his heart.

　Having endured humiliation, he erupted from desperation. His fighting spirit burned fiercely!

　"The Fighting Knight is a good opponent, but don't underestimate him."

　"Dark stepped down from the countermeasures platform and said to Aurora."

　Aurora smiled slightly shyly and said, "I won't be careless." If she said she wouldn't be careless, then she definitely wouldn't.

　Magical duels are inherently unpredictable; anything can happen once a duel begins.

　But in the current rules of duels, the duelists themselves are the insurance. Aurora had carefully observed the duel between "Soul Knight" Glassie and "Genius Inventor" Babayevnedam.

　Glasti's deck, like himself, is very pure, with almost no support methods other than direct combat.

　But this doesn't mean that Glassi doesn't have other magic cards; it just means he might be better at direct offense and defense.

　It remains to be seen whether he can maintain his past style when facing an opponent whose direct combat strength far surpasses his own.

　As Aurora descended from the platform, her expression gradually became serious.

　As the future lord of the Free City, every time she steps onto the stage, it's a test for her; she cannot possibly lose this duel!

　Both duelists, determined to win, entered the dueling arena amidst the cheers of the audience.

　Aurora is on the red side, and Glassie is on the blue side.

　The two players engaged in a duel the instant their eyes met, and then immediately began exchanging cards and reconstructing their decks within the area.

　Three minutes later, the duel enters "Preparation Phase 1".

　Both players place their reconstructed decks into the Duel Disk and activate automatic shuffling.

　Immediately following, she silently prepared, adjusting herself to her peak condition. Unusually, "Fighting Spirit Knight" Glastisalome did not speak during this stage.

　He was completely focused, and his overall condition was noticeably better than yesterday. Just standing there, he exuded a strong aura, and his whole body was filled with a sense of power.

　Even though his companions considered him the weakest, and even though he was seen as a necessary sacrifice in this duel.

　But his passion wouldn't cool; instead, it burned even brighter. Fight, fight, and win!

　Let all the rumors and gossip disappear!

　"Grasti Salomé, come on!"

　[Preparation Phase 2]

　A countdown of "30 seconds" appeared in the sky.

　Both players draw cards simultaneously.

　With each player receiving their five cards, their momentum intensified. The thirty-second countdown passed quickly, and the duel entered the [Battle Phase (1)].

　The instant the new countdown appeared, both players simultaneously began their summoning. "In the name of Aurora Montilfali, Spellcaster Summon—'Ice and Fire Serpent Scale Spear'!"

　"In the name of Glastisalome, I summon the magical spirit—'Fighting Spirit'!"

　Glassie still started with "Fighting Spirit".

　This three-star magical sprite has always been the core of his tactics.

　As the flame-shaped "Fighting Spirit" appeared before him, he reached out and grabbed it, pressing it between his eyebrows.

　"call--"

　Flames erupted instantly, swaying like bangs between his brows. Then, the "Spirit of Fighting" separated from the flames, forming a fiery clone with a human outline beside him.

　The fiery clone closely resembled Glassi in appearance and, when out of control, would mimic him and fight in sync.

　At the same time, "Fighting Spirit" will also create a "Fighting Spirit Counter".

　The "Battle Spirit Counter" quantifies battle spirit, with each level ranging from 1 to 120 in ten bars. Each level increases the power of the parasitized by 10%. The two levels above 100% each grant the parasitized additional "critical hit rate".

　Battle Spirit Value 110, Critical Hit Damage 150%; Battle Spirit Value 120, Critical Hit Damage 200%.

　This time, Glassie's intense fighting spirit instantly pushed the "Battle Spirit Counter" to the tenth level, and his power surged by 100%!

　He squinted, feeling the increasingly surging power within his body, and slightly opened and closed his ten fingers, assuming a fighting stance.

　Concentrate, concentrate, and concentrate again!

　"puff!"

　Flames ignited on the other side.

　Aurora gripped the two-meter-long spear covered in snake scale patterns tightly. As magic was injected, flames suddenly erupted from the hilt of the "Ice and Fire Serpent Scale Spear," transforming into a serpent of fire that coiled along the spear shaft to the tip, flicking its tongue.

　This is the additional ultimate skill of the "Ice and Fire Serpent Scale Spear". As long as ice or fire energy is injected, it can activate ice...

　A snake, or a fire snake, imbues this spear with an elemental burst.

　When facing combat-oriented opponents, Aurora did not hesitate to summon her weapon at the start of her attack.

　But this is only the beginning.

　There is no longer any need to hide the power of the Sun Giant bloodline.

　She stomped the "Ice and Fire Serpent Scale Spear" on the ground, then suddenly looked up, her eyes blazing with fire. Crimson flames ignited from her bangs, spreading along her smooth hair and turning her moonlit silver hair a fiery red.

　At the same time, her aura suddenly changed, becoming as fiery as the blazing sun!

　"Sun Elf!"

　At her call, a little fairy, like the sun, flew out from her hair, trailing long flames, and danced rapidly around her body.

　The flames condensed as they danced, clinging to his entire body and quickly coalescing into a suit of fiery crystal armor.

　Fully armed, swift and decisive! Aurora had no hesitation.

　This duel was not within her expectations. While Glassi was a good opponent, he wasn't one suited to be defeated through magical techniques. Wielding the "Ice and Fire Serpent Scale Spear" and clad in the "Flame Crystal Armor," Aurora was unaffected by the poison and curse this time, and was at her peak condition.

　She merely glanced up at the opposite side, and Glassie suddenly felt a heat even more intense than boiling blood, causing her expression to change slightly.

　The instant their eyes met, a sense of impending doom suddenly rose in his heart.

　Immediately afterward, all that remained in my retina was a flame-like afterimage.

　"Battle Saint Armor!"

　In that instant, alarm bells rang in Gerasi's heart, the flames on his forehead leaped wildly, and the holy energy within his body surged like a tide.

　He almost immediately equipped himself with the newly summoned Armor Card – "Fighter's Armor".

　This weapon card, which he did not draw in his duel with the "genius inventor" Babayevnedam, is another trump card of his besides the Nine-Star Magical Spirit.

　After donning the "Battle Saint Armor," his combat abilities will undoubtedly reach their peak.

　Light and shadow danced wildly, and the gleaming silver armor clung tightly to his body. But he had already begun his transformation before he had even finished dressing.

　The "Fighting Spirit Counter" granted him nearly double the power, and the resulting acceleration made him start very quickly.

　The 120-meter distance gave him a chance to dodge. But as soon as he left his spot, a scorching heat arrived instantly, and a terrifying wave of heat rushed towards him, seemingly burning the air in the entire area.

　"Crack!"

　Once the armor was complete, the power of the "Battle Saint Armor" spread throughout his body, merging with the holy energy.