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

　But Professor Cazell shook his head and said, "He is very principled."

　The reason why "wizards" are hated is not entirely due to their outward appearance; many of the "wizards'" potions contain evil ingredients.

　But Andrew Morton never touched those things, which required strong principles and willpower to support him.

　He is not someone who can be easily swayed.

　……

　"How do you find someone who has both high moral character and an overly strong will?"

　Dak pondered for a moment.

　He initially thought there would be more people like that, but now it seems there might not be many.

　If we can use this criterion for searching, we might be able to limit the scope of the investigation to a very small area.

　Before that, there was little point in continuing the investigation.

　The awkward part is that not continuing the investigation is also not an option.

　After all, it is impossible to determine whether the "breeders" actually had their memories edited.

　The above speculations are all inferences based on limited information, rather than conclusive evidence.

　Therefore, Professor Dak and Professor Cazell cannot stop yet.

　“Let’s continue.” Professor Cazell rubbed his temples, then added, “But this time, we can speed things up a bit.”

　Dark nodded and summoned the "Goddess of the Mind's Eye," who had no independent consciousness, and ordered her to obey Professor Sylph's instructions.

　In this way, the number of points to be investigated increased from two to three.

　While it may be less rigorous, it won't be by much.

　Having gathered some preliminary information, they began to accelerate.

　……

　At 6:00 AM on November 22nd, the screening of all students across six grades and four colleges finally concluded.

　They did gain more intelligence from it, but they were unable to use it to capture the "breeders".

　St. Maryann's College returned to peace.

　Dak Dimon took a sip of his tea and, amidst the slightly troubled atmosphere, suggested, "I have an idea."

　"Perhaps we can make Hanafuda popular again?"

　……

Chapter 677 Requesting Subscriptions for Darkdemon Flower Card

　Even after staying up all night, the professors remained full of energy.

　"Hana cards?"

　Professor Kazel, who had studied the techniques of Flower Cards in depth, understood Darke's idea almost immediately.

　He hesitated for a moment, then said, "If we could recreate Hanafuda, it would indeed be a tool for testing willpower. But have you considered whether the popularity of Hanafuda would have a negative impact on students?"

　Dark Dimon shook his head very honestly and said, "It's just a fleeting idea; I haven't considered the specifics yet."

　Professor Sylph frowned slightly and said directly, "Then let's consider it together."

　"Flower cards, flower cards... Speaking of which, Christmas is just around the corner!" Professor Lily flapped her wings, her face beaming with excitement.

　The love fortune telling using karuta (flower cards) and the upcoming Christmas season are a perfect match.

　Even if that weren't the case, she would still be very supportive of the idea.

　But Professor Sylph became even more distressed after hearing this: "Is it Christmas already? I hope to resolve this matter completely before Christmas."

　Professor Cazell shrugged and echoed, "Hopefully, I don't want to have to think about anything other than Christmas during Christmas."

　Professor Sylph's face darkened: "The secret passage isn't open yet, so there shouldn't be any problems. If all else fails, we'll have to ask Mitya for help. While she's not good at precise divination, she can still point out a clue."

　Divination comes at a price, and Professor Sylph did not want to trouble Professor Mitis Bartholomew unless absolutely necessary.

　Professor Lily exclaimed excitedly, "Then let's try using Flower Cards first! We can't think of any other way right now, can we?"

　Perhaps because the methods proposed by Dark had consistently solved the problems relatively smoothly, the professors agreed after a little consideration.

　Professor Cazell turned his head and said, "Since you mentioned Flower Cards, you must have thought about how to make them, right?"

　Dark immediately nodded and said, "I have a complete idea for the creation of Hanafuda cards, based on Professor Mitia's Love Magic Circle. However, I have not yet tried it because my understanding of astrology is not yet in place."

　Professor Cazell thought for a moment and asked, "Then, what about the core? You should know that the Hanafuda itself is just an external display device; its true core is the original Moon Goddess statue. Now that the Moon Goddess statue has collapsed, how will you replace it? Hmm, if you don't have one, I actually have one here that can..."

　“Professor, I happen to have some,” Dark said quickly.

　Professor Cazell paused slightly, then nodded. "That's good. However, I don't recommend using flower cards as the primary investigative tool. Even if they become as popular as last year, they might not reach the right people. I mean, after this investigation, the 'breeders' should be more vigilant and less likely to touch anything they don't understand."

　“Of course we can’t rely entirely on ‘Hanafuda’!” Professor Lily exclaimed. “Just treat it as a Christmas-themed entertainment item to enrich school life.”

　Professor Sylph looked at Dark and asked, "What do you think?"

　Dark nodded slightly and said, "The production process of 'Hanafuda' might not be too complicated. But it's unlikely that I could make a thousand sets by myself in half a month. Professor Cazell is right; it's not certain that they will reach the 'Cultivators.' It can only be considered as one option."

　Professor Sylph quickly said, "In that case, you and Lily will be in charge of this plan, while Cazell and I will find another way."

　Dark looked at Lily with a slight hesitation.

　Professor Lily keenly sensed the implication and immediately retorted angrily, "Of course there's no problem!"

　"Actually, I have no experience in successfully making flower cards," Dark said helplessly. "I might need Professor Cazell's help then."

　Professor Cazell said, "I will help you."

　Dak finally breathed a sigh of relief.

　After summarizing the investigation, they dispersed.

　In general, they will explore along three routes.

　The first option is to use "flower cards" for investigation, the second option is to investigate the case using conventional methods, and the third option is to place hope in divination.

　The last option is the backup route.

　As soon as the two sides separated, Professor Lily asked excitedly, "When are we going to start making 'flower cards'?"

　Dark rubbed his temples and said, "This afternoon, I need to take a nap first."

　"Huh? Aren't we going to start right away?" Lily asked.

　Dark sighed and said, "I'm just an ordinary human being; I need plenty of sleep to stay in top condition. Can we meet at one o'clock this afternoon?"

　Lily immediately shook her head and said, "No!"

　Dark: "Can't I even sleep?"

　Professor Lily said, "Sleeping is fine, but seeing you at one o'clock in the afternoon is not."

　Dark: "Huh?"

　Professor Lily asked, puzzled, "Why do we have to meet at one o'clock in the afternoon? Can't we just rest together? Do you need to eat breakfast?"

　Dark paused for a moment, then said, "Let's not waste any more time, let's get some sleep as soon as possible."

　As he spoke, he quickened his pace and headed towards the tower of the Noble House.

　But Lily suddenly grabbed his wrist, and with a "hey!" she pulled him at an instant, speeding up and passing through layers of walls in just half a minute, entering dormitory 301.

　Faced with the magical spirits opening their eyes one after another, Dark ignored Professor Lily and simply lay down on the bed. He used a "Pride II" card to upgrade "Devimon" to two stars, granting it the ultimate move "Devil Hypnosis". Then he pointed to his forehead and said, "Come on, give me one."

　Although "Devimon" was stunned for a moment, it still obeyed the order and unleashed its ultimate attack.

　Dak then closed his eyes and fell into a deep sleep.

　……

　When Dak woke up, it was exactly 11:30.

　He glanced up at the wall clock and said softly, "I slept for a little over five hours, that should be enough."

　Then he turned his head slightly and saw Professor Lily sleeping soundly beside him.

　However, with the magical spirits around her, Professor Lily did not turn into a "clingy little imp," and her sleeping posture was still quite proper.

　"Let's eat something first..."

　Instead of going to the cafeteria for lunch, Dark borrowed some snacks from "Little Devimon" and ate them quickly.

　After filling his stomach, he immediately packed the necessary items into his backpack and went out alone.

　Soon after, he arrived at the Traveler's Street, intending to finish what he had not yet done.

　"Good afternoon, young master." Eve, who had just finished lunch and was reading in the shop, immediately got up to greet him.

　Dark waved his hand and asked, "Have you made any arrangements with them?"

　“Yes,” Eve said seriously.

　"That's good." Dark walked straight into the inner room and said, "Connect with Irene as soon as possible."

　Eve followed her into the inner room and then closed the door behind her.

　Two minutes later, Eve successfully used "Telepathy" to connect with "Eileen," and Claire Kate's voice appeared in the projection.

　"Eve said you needed to see me urgently?" Claire asked.

　“It wasn’t in a rush at first, but it’s quite urgent now,” Dark said with a hint of helplessness. “Something has happened at the academy, and I have urgent business to attend to later, so I’ll keep it short.”

　Claire frowned and asked, "What happened at the academy? Is it related to your duel yesterday?"

　Dark said, "There is indeed some connection."

　Claire nodded and said, "It seems the academy activated its emergency response system. The maids who were stationed at the dueling arena reported that after your duel ended, there was a period of time when the images they saw suddenly became distorted. Sure enough..."

　Dark said, "Anyway, that's an internal matter of the academy, and I can't reveal it without permission. Let me talk about my own affairs first."

　Claire, however, was slightly relieved and said, "It seems the hospital still has some leeway. Go ahead and tell us."

　Dark then said, "I have successfully created a magical spirit, which has a very high probability of completely annihilating the 'Netherworld Flame.' We might be able to use it to conduct experiments to separate the 'Netherworld Flame.'"

　Claire suddenly snapped to attention: "A separation experiment?"

　Dark nodded and said, "Yes, using magical spirits to separate the 'Netherworld Fire' from the human body."

　Claire understood him almost immediately: "You can separate the 'Netherworld Fire' from the human body? And without needing to engage in a duel?"

　Dark said, "My magical spirits can separate the 'Netherworld Fire' from the human body by gradually consuming it. If done properly, it might even be possible to retain the power granted by the 'Netherworld Fire' within the wielder. The maids use the 'Netherworld Fire' to strengthen themselves. However, the existence of the 'Netherworld Fire' is ultimately a hidden danger. If my experiment succeeds, I can completely eliminate this danger."

　After hearing this, Claire couldn't help but widen her eyes in surprise: "Wow, I've always felt that the enhancement method was inappropriate, but I didn't expect you to have found a patch."

　Dark quickly replied, "This is just an experimental plan; it's not actually proven. Therefore, I need the Duke's mansion to send some maids who have been enhanced by 'Netherworld Fire' to assist with the experiment."

　“That’s no problem,” Claire said immediately. “Christmas is just around the corner, and Eve is short-staffed. I can send them to the academy as shop assistants, and... Eve and Irene can switch places.”

　Eve opened her mouth involuntarily.

　Irene said softly, "We don't have to exchange. I don't like life at the academy. Eve is more suited to staying at the academy than I am."

　Claire frowned slightly and looked at Irene: "We'll talk about this later. It all depends on your own wishes, sisters."

　Dark glanced at Eve and said, "Now that everything has been explained, let's leave it at that. Aunt Claire, I have to go now."

　Claire immediately nodded and said, "Yes, take good care of yourself!"

　Dark laughed and said, "I will."

　Projection interrupted.

　Dark stood up and said, "Sister Eve, I'll be going now."

　Eve smiled gently: "Yes, young master. At the pace of the Duke's mansion, we may see the new sisters tonight."

　Dak said with a smile, "Then I might not have time to come. You must take good care of them."

　Eve nodded and said, "Yes!"

　The two then said goodbye, and Dak left Traveller Street with his backpack, heading straight for the teachers' dormitory. Soon after, he arrived at Professor Cazell's room.

　Professor Cazell had already prepared tea and was waiting. After entering, he put down his backpack and immediately said, "Professor, let's begin the experiment."

　Professor Cazell smiled and asked, "Where are you at in your preparations for making the flower cards?"