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

　Dac has finally been finalized.

　He then showed the deck composition to the magical spirits, this time only including the magical spirits he needed in the magical cards.

　The remaining magical elves immediately showed expressions of envy.

　The "big milk tank" seemed even more desolate.

　Miltank didn't get a chance to appear in yesterday's three battles, and today it was replaced by Gatomon and Leomon along with Sylveon in the tombstone, which made it feel a little lonely.

　Sylveon, at least, had performed well, and although it's pouting its lips now, it doesn't seem to have much of an opinion.

　On the contrary, the "Hawkman," whose position had been taken by the "Magic Secretary," remained seated calmly on the ground.

　Darke saw the expressions on the magical elves' faces, but his mind remained unchanged.

　He commanded the magical spirits in his magic cards to rest and recuperate, then asked, "Anyone want to come watch the game with me?"

　The magical spirits... immediately became excited!

　……

　Now that the opening ceremony has ended, the "Silver Cup," which is limited to second-year students, no longer occupies the central space, and the second-year students no longer need to sit together in their assigned seats.

　Dark could then bring the magical spirits along to watch.

　Watching a magical duel from the audience seats is definitely a novel experience for the magical spirits.

　After receiving Dark's orders, the magical elves immediately sprang into action.

　Before long, many magical elves were carrying small bags filled with their own and their friends' snacks and candies.

　"Don't forget to bring your trash bags."

　Although Dak felt helpless, he still offered his advice.

　……

　One o'clock.

　Dark then led the magical elves into the open-air duel arena.

　He quickly found Diana and Rose in the ring.

　This time, there were no other girls around them. As soon as Diana spotted him, she raised her hand high and waved it vigorously.

　Dak smiled and quickened his pace to the seats of the two girls.

　Fortunately, the surrounding seats were relatively empty.

　Dark arranged the magical elves around him before finally sitting down at his leisure.

　Diana looked at the magical elves, then suddenly chuckled and took out a bag of collector's edition candies from her small bag.

　So the little Snorlax was easily lured to her side.

　She stroked the little Snorlax's soft, white belly with a contented expression and asked Dark, "The first match?"

　Dark said, "It's the twelfth game in the afternoon, it's still early."

　“Then Rose will go first!” Diana turned to Rose and said.

　Dark asked, "Is Rose going to play too? Who's her opponent?"

　Rose looked visibly nervous, and she turned to the side, saying, "It's Emma!"

　……

　The tenth session in the afternoon.

　Emma Metis of the Knights' House vs. Rose Florty of the Noble House.

　This classic clash between the "House of Knights" and the "House of Nobles" attracted much attention from the very beginning.

　Of course, if this had happened in the previous school year, when Rose was just Dark Dimon's sidekick in the minds of most students, this duel would never have been taken as seriously as it is now.

　Her outstanding performance in her debut battle and her enthusiastic appearances in the subsequent rookie competition gradually changed the preconceived notions others had of her.

　Many second-year students who were defeated by her in the rookie competition were forced to acknowledge her strength.

　Even so, not many people believe she can defeat Emma Metis.

　"When you think you've made great progress, people who are more talented than you may have made even greater progress."

　Many students subconsciously held this view and then expressed their skepticism towards Rose.

　As for Dark...

　He doesn't think it's a good idea either!

　……

　Despite Dark's support for Rose, the truth is that her deck has a fatal flaw.

　If it were Emma, ​​she would have already figured it out from her previous duel.

　As for whether Emma has made any targeted deck adjustments, that probably depends on how much she values ​​the "Silver Cup" and the actual strength of her original deck!

　Emma may not have gone all out in yesterday's duel.

　Dark, who knew her quite well, easily saw through it.

　"But if she still wants to hold back in her duel with Rose..."

　Dark shook his head, thinking it was unlikely.

　Intelligent people always have a clearer understanding of their own abilities.

　Emma could not risk defeat by continuing to hide her talents.

　And sure enough.

　Her duel with Rose was exceptionally fierce.

　Rose continued to employ a defensive counter-attacking strategy. Emma, ​​however, decisively adopted an offensive approach.

　She didn't even try to outmaneuver Rose's deck; instead, she launched a completely overwhelming offensive.

　In this duel, Emma did not underestimate her opponent at all, and went all out from the beginning, finally showing her powerful strength as the top student of the second year of the Knight Academy.

　Rose tried her best to fight back, but ultimately lost due to the weakness of her deck.

　……

　Dark's first instinct after watching the match was that Emma had most likely been taken in as a successor by the "Sage of Mystery".

　Prior to this, Emma Metis's relationship with the "Sage of Mystery" was limited to the fact that her mother was a disciple of the "Sage of Mystery".

　But when she returned from St. Marian College with outstanding grades, that relationship was no longer a shackle.

　It's not impossible that the "Sage of Mystery" would personally come to recruit people.

　……

　The winners are interviewed, the losers are dismissed.

　Rose returned to the ring, clearly disappointed.

　Diana quickly comforted her and kept feeding her.

　Rose looked at the ever-growing pile of snacks in her hand and finally laughed out loud: "Seriously, do I look that fragile?"

　Only then did Dark say, "You're not that far behind, there's no need to be discouraged."

　Diana waved her claws and said, "Wait a minute, when I get to her, I'll definitely avenge you!"

　Dark couldn't help but laugh: "Speaking of which, my opponent tomorrow is Emma. Does this dueling club really want me to be matched up with all the top students from each academy?"

　Diana's eyes widened immediately: "Tomorrow?"

　Dark nodded, stood up, and said, "Yes. But I have to go prepare for my duel with Jimmy Abbott now."

　"Oh, oh, oh!" Diana tried her best to remember the classmate's name.

　……

　Good morning! I was suddenly woken up after falling asleep in front of the computer. Luckily, I've already written over 5000 words.

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Chapter 608 Darkdemon VS The Fool's House (8k)

　Jimmy Abbott.

　Ordinary appearance, average grades, ordinary background.

　Aside from possessing a bit of "divination talent," there's nothing about him that's unusual.

　But Jimmy has a good personality; he is sincere and helpful, which makes him quite popular in the Asylum of Fools.

　"Beep——"

　When his Sorting Card suddenly vibrated, Bobby Bernal, a second-year student from Fools' House sitting next to him, lit up and leaned closer, saying, "It's your turn, Jimmy!"

　"Don't get so excited, Bobby, it's my turn to go on stage," Jimmy said, rubbing his forehead.

　Bobby chuckled and said, "That's why I'm excited. If I were on stage, I'd probably be hiding somewhere gnawing on a table corner right now."

　"Even if you're nervous, you wouldn't bite the corner of the table, would you?" Jimmy muttered.

　"Don't listen to his nonsense," another second-year student from the Fool's House chimed in. "How's your preparation going? Are you sure you can handle it?"

　Jimmy couldn't help but say, "How do I know if it will work... I'll try my best."

　The second-year student quickly said, "Don't be too nervous. Being able to duel with Dark on the same stage may not be a bad thing."

　Jimmy nodded. "I understand."

　He then patted his cardholder and stood up, saying, "I'll go now."

　The second-year student immediately raised his fist and shouted, "Go for it!"

　Bobby chimed in, "We'll all cheer you on, it's up to you how you perform."

　Jimmy nodded vigorously and resolutely walked towards the players' tunnel.

　His receding figure, like an old general carrying everything on his shoulders as he went to battle, exuded a solemn aura.

　The second-year students of the Fool's House looked at each other, then suddenly turned their heads to continue watching the twenty-first match that was about to begin.

　Once the regular schedule begins, the Silver Cup qualifying matches will be held simultaneously in multiple venues, and there will be no post-match interviews.

　In addition, the "newcomer competition" held every Saturday morning continues to proceed smoothly.

　Viewers are free to choose to watch any ongoing match.

　The match between Darko Dimon and Jimmy Abbott was scheduled for center court, clearly taking advantage of the popularity Darko had built up yesterday.

　Duel Club has always been quite particular about the arrangement of its events.

　When Jimmy Abbott walked through the athletes' tunnel and entered the arena, he found staff members already waiting for him at the entrance.

　He took a slight breath and followed the staff to the designated duel arena.

　"Is this here?"

　Standing in front of the contestants' platform, Jimmy tried his best to remain calm, then looked up at the contestants' platform on the other side.

　On the blue team's platform, Dark was looking down when he raised his hand and waved to Jimmy with a friendly smile.

　Jimmy raised his hand in response, and then stepped onto the steps of the red team's platform.

　He has been preparing for this moment ever since he received the schedule last night.

　The time has come. Whether they will make a name for themselves or fade into obscurity depends on their performance in the future!

　……

　Meanwhile, on the blue team's platform.

　After observing the student from the Fool's House for a while, Dak said in surprise, "He seems to have a good presence?"

　Jimmy has short, dark gray hair in a bowl cut, slightly yellow skin, and freckles on his face. He has an ordinary appearance that would turn heads on the street.

　But in this world, the majority of people are of average appearance.

　Judging people by their appearance is very impolite.