Chapter 242: Fraternal Schools
Chapter 242: Fraternal Schools
Long after the duel ended.
Someone took the lead, standing up from their seat and beginning to clap.
Then, more and more people in the stands followed suit, joining in the applause.
Clap! Clap! Clap! Clap! Clap!
The applause expressed their respect and recognition for the two duelists, who represented the pinnacle of the academy, and the thrilling duel they had just witnessed.
Having been slashed down by Chaos Soldier's 17,000-attack power, Judai lay flat on his back, sprawled out on the ground with no intention of getting up.
You Xuan approached and sat down next to him, a smile on his face.
"So, how do you feel?"
"Ah, I feel like I was so close, what a shame to lose."
Judai sighed deeply, but soon sat up, smiling at You Xuan.
"However, it was truly wonderful to feel your passionate dueling spirit, You Xuan."
As he spoke, he made a classic hand gesture.
"Even though I didn't win, it was still a fun duel," Judai said with a laugh.
"Yes," You Xuan smiled in response.
"Let's have an even happier duel next time," Judai suggested, "But let me tell you this upfront, I improve very quickly. Next time, I'll be stronger, and the victory will surely be mine."
As he spoke, he extended a fist towards You Xuan.
"In that case, I can't wait," You Xuan said with a smile, bumping his fist gently against Judai's.
The applause from the surroundings grew even more enthusiastic.
"These two are already so strong."
Mitsu saw the two down below and felt a bit dazed.
Ever since he entered You Xuan's lab, he had been researching and developing day and night, and his deck had undergone significant enhancements. He had initially felt pretty good about his progress, but now, after witnessing the duel between these two, he suddenly felt like it might not be enough.
Shou Marufuji exclaimed, "You Xuan is amazing, Big Brother is amazing too! At this rate, you might become as strong as my brother."
"Mitsu's words ring true," Asuka said, leaning against the railing and suddenly turning to look at Kaizer behind her, a playful glint in her eye. "Don't you feel the pressure from your juniors?"
Kaizer Marufuji stood with his arms crossed, a slight smile on his face.
It wasn't a smile of contempt, but rather the smile of a dueling enthusiast who relished the prospect of facing formidable opponents.
He was the academy's Kaizer, but he never shied away from challengers who threatened his position. In fact, he eagerly anticipated them.
Respecting his opponents and never underestimating any dueling enthusiast—this was Kaizer Marufuji's creed at this stage.
"With this, You Xuan has truly solidified his position as this year's Rookie King. The next step might even see him become the new King of the academy!" Asuka teased.
Kaizer smiled.
"That would be fantastic."
". . ."
Only when the duel ended did Professor Chronos finally breathe a sigh of relief.
It was almost comical how this duel had the usually greedy professor on the edge of his seat the entire time.
In truth, the two duelists, You Xuan and Judai, weren't particularly concerned about the title of being the academy's representative. For them, winning simply meant reaping various benefits and rewards, while losing wasn't a big deal.
But Professor Chronos felt differently. He believed that if Judai, a poor student, were to become their academy's representative, it would be nothing short of a disaster.
So, throughout the duel, he had been nervously popping anxiety pills, his heart racing every time You Xuan lost life points or Judai pulled off a brilliant counterattack. He nearly fainted several times.
The final round, with its back-and-forth between Shining Flame Wingman and Chaos Soldier, had him on the verge of passing out.
When Chaos Soldier finally landed the decisive blow, Professor Chronos wanted to rush onto the stage and give You Xuan a hearty bear hug.
Thank goodness! All those times I favored you, You Xuan, weren't wasted!
You're so much more reliable than that fake elite, Manjoume!
Professor Chronos was overjoyed and wanted to bestow upon You Xuan all the credits he could offer.
After the duel, Professor Chronos quickly jumped onto the stage and eagerly grabbed the microphone to make an announcement.
"And the winner of this representative duel is... You Xuan!"
Professor Chronos proclaimed.
"Next week, You Xuan will represent our main campus in the upcoming duel!"
As Professor Chronos finished speaking, the students and teachers suddenly remembered the purpose of this duel.
"Oh right, this duel wasn't just for fun."
Everyone had been so engrossed in the thrilling duel that they gradually forgot why they were dueling in the first place.
Now, all eyes turned to You Xuan.
"So, this year's representative for the academy is..."
Principal Ryu Shishido also stood up and addressed the students: "What an impressive duel! Both of you displayed remarkable dueling skills and tenacity. Although Judai couldn't secure the win, he showed us his undeniable talent and resilience.
Congratulations, You Xuan, on earning the representative qualification. Next week, you will represent our academy in the duel against the Northern Academy.
The Northern Academy is our brother academy, and sending student representatives for an annual duel is our way of fostering friendly relations.
We're counting on you, You Xuan, to showcase the spirit of our main campus."
The students fell silent.
A duel to promote friendly relations with a brother academy...
The students of the Yellow Dormitory immediately thought, "This sounds familiar."
When they had first arrived at the academy and were assigned to their dormitories, there was a similar duel positioned as a friendly competition between the newcomers of the dormitories. It was still fresh in their memories.
Once again, many eyes turned to You Xuan.
It seemed that the brotherly bond between their academy and the Northern Academy would come to an end this year.
At that very moment, in the frigid north, at the Northern Academy...
"Manjoume Thunder! Thunder! Thunder!"
A group of burly men surrounded the newly arrived Manjoume, chanting his name.
On that very day, Manjoume, a newcomer, had shocked the entire Northern Academy by defeating their previous champion and earning the recognition as the new king of the academy.
Manjoume stood with his arms crossed, basking in the admiration of his peers.
Finally, he felt like he had regained his rightful place.
This was how it should be. Since childhood, Manjoume had always been an elite, maintaining his position as the top student even at the highly competitive Duel Academy Junior High. But ever since he arrived at the main campus, he felt like he had been on the receiving end of beatings.
Now, at the Northern Academy, he had reclaimed his rightful position at the top.
He was born to be a king, and it was only natural for him to reign supreme!
"Congratulations, Manjoume," the principal of the Northern Academy said as he approached.
"With this victory, you are now the new king of our academy."
Manjoume huffed, "As it should be."
He waved his hand dismissively, as if this was a trivial matter that barely warranted his attention.
"Then, with this, the final representative to face the main campus has been decided," the principal said with a smile. "Manjoume Thunder, as the new king of the Northern Academy, you will represent us in this year's duel against the main campus!"
"Hmph, a mere trifle," Manjoume boasted, but two seconds later, realization dawned on him.
"Wait, what did you say?"
"The duel against the main campus," the principal repeated, still smiling. "If we're sending a first-year student this year, then the main campus will likely send a first-year as well.
Most probably, their representative will be this year's Rookie King as well."
The Rookie King of the main campus...
Manjoume's smile slowly faded.
(End of Chapter)
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