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Chapter 68: Yu Xuan's Study Plan
Chapter 68: Yu Xuan's Study Plan
Before the start of the duel, Yamamoto Yuichi was full of confidence and eagerness to kick off the inter-dormitory exchange with a bang. He envisioned a glorious victory in front of all the freshmen, but little did he know that he would be the first to fall.
As the duel concluded, instead of reflecting on his loss or analyzing his tactical mistakes, Yuichi found himself questioning his life choices. Why did he agree to duel a dog, and why did he do it in front of such an audience? It seemed like everyone else was thoroughly enjoying themselves, with the freshmen beside them pointing and exclaiming in surprise, especially when they witnessed the double strike of a bicycle and a submarine slapping him.
However, people's joys and sorrows are not always shared, and Yuichi just found the crowd annoying. He soon retreated glumly, melting back into the crowd in silence.
"Ahem."
Dormitory leader Professor Kawamura cleared his throat and stepped forward.
"Well, uh... You Xuan and Yuichi have given us an interesting demonstration and set a unique example for this year's freshman exchange. I hope that everyone else will be encouraged to duel actively, get to know each other, and foster good relationships for the next three years of your stay here."
Let's hope so.
However, to be honest, after witnessing that duel, Professor Kawamura was feeling a little less confident.
His initial intention for organizing this welcoming exchange was to help the new duelists bond and become partners, but he never expected the first duel to set such a peculiar tone.
Following this style, he wasn't sure if they would bond, but he knew that after a duel like that, they'd likely need to thaw the ice. The dormitory leader couldn't help but glance at You Xuan again. At that moment, You Xuan had already put away his Duel Disk and stepped aside, assuming a humble posture as if listening intently to the professor's speech.
Such a polite and handsome young man, but why...
Professor Kawamura sighed. Indeed, one should not judge a book by its cover.
He had a sudden foreboding feeling. The dynamics of this year's Yellow Dormitory freshmen might be a bit unpredictable.
That evening, after returning to the dormitory and finishing his evening routine, You Xuan flopped onto his bed, turned on the central air conditioning, and relaxed in the soft bed, comfortably dozing off.
The amenities in the Yellow Dormitory were top-notch, far more comfortable than what he had at home. However, theoretically speaking, he wondered if the Obelisk Blue Dormitory might be even better. He couldn't help but grow curious about what it would be like.
But there was no rush; it was only a matter of time before he made his way up there. Perhaps he wouldn't have to wait long to experience it for himself.
You Xuan felt a bit bored lying there alone, so he took out the Silent Magician card and tried to summon his spirit.
Perhaps their relationship had improved slightly, as Silent wasn't as reclusive as before. At the very least, she would respond when her master called, even if it was just a bubble.
Technically, spirits didn't need to be released frequently, but You Xuan felt that occasional communication was necessary to maintain a stable relationship. Yugi, the King of Games, often chatted with his spirits when he had free time, and that might have been the secret to his incredible draws.
However, today, when You Xuan called, Silent didn't respond at first.
You Xuan was taken aback. What was going on? Had his hard-earned affinity points disappeared? Was she pretending to be dead again?
This was unacceptable! Ignoring her master's summons was a sign that she needed further discipline.
You Xuan felt that this was a matter of his authority as a master, so he called out twice more. Finally, as if unable to withstand his persistent calls, the Silent Spirit emerged, holding a book?
You Xuan was surprised to find that Silent was holding a book, seemingly engrossed in her reading, which was why she hadn't responded to his initial calls. Even now, she continued to hold the book, studying it intently.
You Xuan curiously leaned over to take a peek.
Hmm, interesting. He couldn't understand a single word.
Silent glanced up from her book, shooting him a slightly aggrieved look before burying herself back into her reading.
You Xuan: "?"
Why was she giving him a look that seemed to accuse him of being a heartless cad? Perhaps, due to their subtle connection, he was beginning to understand her feelings.
She must be afraid that he would replace her with a new spirit, so she was diligently studying to improve herself.
You Xuan: "."
He recalled some of the research he had done, where he had come across literature suggesting that spirit evolution and deck strengthening didn't always require a dedicated research team for support cards. Sometimes, spirits could break through on their own, especially when their bond with their Duelist deepened.
There were instances in the anime where some Duelists would be in the middle of a game, and their Extra Deck would suddenly glow, revealing a new monster they hadn't had before. This could be one of those cases.
Many spirits feared abandonment by their masters, and the most notable example of this was Yu, the GX series' prime yandere. She went so far as to traverse the galaxy to find her former master and express her twisted love for him. In the final season, there was also Ernest, a scumbag who believed he had been abandoned by his master and journeyed from the spirit world to Duel Academy to search for his missing master.
If spirits could evolve on their own without doing anything, You Xuan would be laughing in his sleep. But he coughed lightly and reassured her, "Don't worry, you're my first spirit. We'll always be partners."
Silent peeked out from her magic book, her eyes asking, "Really?"
"You're not lying to me?"
"Of course not," You Xuan smiled. "You are all my wings; how could I ever abandon you?"
The magician girl, with her frosty demeanor, couldn't help but smile upon hearing this. She nodded vigorously, as if expressing her determination to always be by her master's side.
However, You Xuan wasn't just making empty promises. He had been thinking that if the opportunity arose, he would find a way to provide Silent with some support cards as well.
While he wasn't particularly interested in Duel Academy's courses on deck-building and practical duel instruction, as he mostly attended those classes to get a sense of other Duelists' strategies, he didn't feel that way about all the courses offered.
Firstly, card creation was a course he had specifically highlighted as being of interest, and it had always been a key area of focus for him. The academy would likely provide a systematic explanation of card design, starting from the basics, which would undoubtedly be faster than trying to self-study from various books.
Additionally, he was interested in courses related to Duel Spirits, Duel Monster archaeology, and the history of dueling.
There also appeared to be a course on drawing cards. In the anime, students at the electronic-style dojo would practice drawing cards day and night, treating it like a martial arts discipline. In GX, there was even a student who went to the mountains to meditate and claimed to have discovered the ultimate drawing technique through his connection with nature.
These examples suggested that even without relying on divine artifacts or cheats, there was a method to achieving consistent good draws through practice and cultivation. You Xuan was very interested in this, and he had already decided to prioritize this course when the time came.
When he reflected on everything he wanted to learn, he realized the amount of content was quite substantial. With only three years at the academy, he knew he had to make the most of his time and work hard.
While he had inadvertently picked up a save-the-world side quest from the spirit world, he still had no idea who or where this new Doma was. They could be lurking anywhere in this vast world. Moreover, You Xuan's current level was still far from that of a Pharaoh; this side quest was a bit too high-level for him at the moment.
For now, Kaiba was taking the lead on the investigation, and with his dueling prowess and resources, no one was more suited for the task. You Xuan felt that his immediate priority was to focus on his studies and personal growth, upgrading his deck and honing his skills, starting with the tasks right in front of him.
Yes, for instance, his upcoming second round of the exchange duel tomorrow.
He wanted to continue using his duels to bring smiles to the faces of his new friends in the Yellow Dormitory.
(End of Chapter)
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