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Chapter 675 Stubbornness (4K, please vote with monthly tickets~)

The qualifiers are in full swing, with each team employing its own strategy. New dark horses are emerging, while previously favored teams are gradually dropping in the rankings.

After this duel, Team 5DS's overall record stands at 7 wins and 1 loss, securing their advancement. What follows is essentially an exhibition match.

Similarly, after this round of duels, the teams that advance can basically be narrowed down to a certain range.

Although there were more than 100 teams, only 32 teams actually made it to the official "WRGP" tournament.

Although thirty-two teams may seem like a lot, they are actually teams created by visitors from around the world and multiple dimensions. These thirty-two teams are duelists selected from billions of duelists, each one a true one in a million.

But which 32 teams will advance, and which teams that seem likely to advance will be eliminated, is entirely uncertain.

Some curious viewers looked at the match schedule and the computer, and started calculating the win-loss records. They discovered that in extreme cases, even a team with a record of 5 wins and 5 losses could have a chance to advance to the top 32.

In fact, in a normal "Swiss round" duel, 5 wins would be enough to advance!
but--

Whether it was intentional or a precise calculation by the WRGP officials, under the President's arrangement, some teams that seemed destined for advancement inexplicably encountered strong opponents and unfortunately lost in the four extra matches that shouldn't have been played.

In short, with the audience vaguely sensing that there was some behind-the-scenes manipulation, some teams that originally had a theoretical chance of advancing began to fall behind, while some teams that originally had little hope gradually began to have opportunities.

And in this case...

boom--

boom--

Crimson lava churned within the enormous cavern, and a tiny red figure flew above the lava, watching the man in the flames with great interest.

It was a blond man wearing a silver-white uniform.

His forehead was already soaked with sweat, and he was trembling as if he was about to collapse at any moment, but in the next second, he opened his eyes.

The moment the flames opened, it seemed as if flames were bursting from his eyes, and then he raised his right hand high.

A huge gash was cut on the back of his right hand, something he didn't want to recall, a scar from his loss to Yusei in the last City Battle—

In that duel, he lost to Yusei, and to Yusei's "Scrap Warrior"!
Since then, Jack has become the "Original King," and Yusei has begun his own adventures, challenges, and enlightenment.

As a friend, he has already let Yusei down too much, and as a teammate, he is not strong enough.

He didn't want Kro or anyone else to go to extremes because the team's strength was insufficient, in the duel, or at some point.

As Yusei's teammate, he has to repay him!

"Ugh!!!"

"Roar!" The little red man stared wide-eyed at the scene.

Jack roared, raised his right hand, which seemed to be engulfed in flames, and then slammed it hard against his chest—

"Wait!" the little red figure screamed.

He is no other life form, but the strongest earthbound god in this world, "Crimson Nova," an existence that was once comparable to the Red Dragon, and a powerful being who fought the Red Dragon to a standstill several times in the battle for the One God.

Previously, He had given His power to Akama Zero, and it was during that duel that He witnessed Amagi Hikaru's duel and was drawn to this pure duel. Then, at that time, He discovered the promising talent "Jack Atlas".

Although he possesses the dragon's mark of the red dragon, Jack Atlas is actually more suited to His power!

Last time, He used Jack Atlas's love for Kali Nagisa to trick him into joining His ranks and becoming His Chosen One. As a result, Jack Atlas easily defeated "Kali Nagisa the Dark One," who was supported by the Earthbound God, and even used that power to create "Crimson Nova Dragon."

That's precisely why He admires Jack even more.

In a time when the number of contenders for the One God is increasing, and even the ancient beings of Norse mythology have been resurrected, having such a suitable and excellent chosen one is far superior to an invader from some unknown other world.

But at that time, Jack did not listen to His advice. Instead, he made a harsh statement, saying that if He dared to lay a hand on Carlyne again, He would be completely destroyed.

More importantly, he is a member of 5DS, and he will only duel for Yusei's ideals.

When Honglian Xinxing heard his words, she just found them laughable.

Without sufficient power, do you really think this battle of the One God can be won easily?

You don't think that the True Crimson Nova Dragon represents all of Crimson Demon's power, do you?
This time, Jack took the initiative to come to him, which he found even more ridiculous.

As long as it's for the sake of the Red Dragon, He would never hand over the power of the Crimson Demon to Jack.

But He admired Jack Atlas and told him that He would consider it if he could bear His power in his flesh.

But the problem is!
How could humans possibly withstand the power of gods?!
That Fudo Yusei transformed himself into something neither human nor ghost, calling himself a "unified god," but his lifespan was still greatly reduced, wasn't it?
How could such a thing possibly be done?

Then, He saw that Jack actually raised his strength and struck towards his heart.

Go crazy! !

"A true king will never yield to others, and even if it means burning his soul, he will never back down!"

His heart began to burn fiercely, his clothes were scorched, and the aroma of charred meat spread throughout the cave.

"Awooo!!!"

The Crimson Lotus Demon Dragon appeared behind him.

Crimson Lotus Nova gaped open.

Jack's chest gradually transformed from crimson flames to golden light, and with each thud of his heart, his burning soul reappeared in Jack's original spot.

"Are you... are you crazy?!"

He is the strongest earthbound god, the ultimate earthbound god, and a true "synchronous god," so He saw everything!
Forget about helping his companions, forget about his thirst for power. In the instant his heart burned, Jack thought of only one thing: he absolutely could not let the "god" in front of him look down on him!

Pride is what keeps Jack Atlas getting stronger, and at this moment, his pride and arrogance finally activate his "Burning Soul".

Jack strode forward, pointing at Crimson Nova: "Crimson Nova, you are the strongest Earthbound God, right!"

"Of course! You've finally realized it now, haven't you, after sensing my power?" Crimson Nova laughed heartily. "This power is definitely more than what that stingy Red Dragon gave you. With this power, you could even surpass Fudo Yusei—"

"You've always been at odds with the Red Dragon and have never admitted your defeat, have you?"

"Hmph, He just found some helpers. If it were one-on-one, I would never lose to Him!"

In the past few days, Crimson Nova has been boasting day and night about his strength and power, and about his great achievements in the battle against the Red Dragon.

As the strongest earthbound god, He does not need partners and can defeat the red dragon; this has always been His principle!

And at its core... it's self-respect and arrogance!
"I am a Dragon Marker, but I need your power!"

"Unless you relinquish your identity as a Dragon Marker, I will never hand over my power to you."

Jack strode forward, pointing at Crimson Nova: "Crimson Nova, I must obtain your power."

"What, are you going to rob me? Like you did with the Crimson Lotus Nova Dragon before?"

……

A long silence followed. Then, Jack took a deep breath and said, "No... what Yusei longs for is to reconnect everything."

Previously, he said he had forgotten the Red Dragon, and forgotten one of the most important [connections].

But I also understand—Crimson Nova, you are one of the original Synchro Gods of this world! I have a duty to help Yusei reconcile with the Crimson Dragon!

"Make up? Are you crazy?!"

Crimson Nova broke free from its self-limiting small flame body, transforming into firelight and merging into the magma. Subsequently, a gigantic fire giant slowly rose from the flames under the control of the serpents.

The enormous earthbound god seemed capable of swallowing the sun and moon, staring intently at Jack.

"I will never reconcile with the Red Dragon! Never, ever! He imprisoned me for countless years, how could I possibly make peace with him! Besides, I must prove that he is not as strong as me!"

Gods are merciful; even the Earthbound Gods will resurrect their Dark Ones. In fact, if Crowe asked Veracocha Lasca to help him find Shinji, he might be able to find Shinji who was resurrected by the Earthbound Gods.

Even the most stigmatized "evil gods" in this world are essentially primordial "harmonious gods" rather than true evil gods. Therefore, they are actually very benevolent towards humans and ordinary life.

But even gods can be stubborn.

There are some things that are absolutely intolerable to them.

For example, Jibaku Kaiju can accept "homage," but will never accept the control of Guren Shinsei, so he will help Amagi Hikaru to "revolt."

They may leave all their synergy in this world, but they will never forgive the Crimson Nova—until their rebellion succeeds.

The same applies to Crimson Nova.

He can accept anything, even betrayal by Earthbound Minions and Earthbound Gods, even being dragged down by the incompetent Fusion Army, even being slapped in the face by Amagi Hikaru, and even Jack secretly absorbing His power before all this, He can accept it.

It doesn't matter. For Him, after a good night's sleep, five thousand years will pass, and His stolen power will return. As for the respect of the Earthbound Gods, He doesn't really need it.

He only wanted to defeat the red dragon!

He just wanted to prove that he was the strongest!

This is also very evident in Sofia.

She is very tolerant of mortals. If a mortal truly has a heart that desires good, even if he steals her power of destruction and creation, she will at most be angry.

The reason she wants to restart Planet DT and reshape the universe is the same: the life forms on the planet are destroying it and damaging the environment. But as long as things can be changed, everything will be fine.

But there was one thing she absolutely could not accept, and that was Tiera's ideology.

At this very moment, the Crimson Nova is also in the same boat.

Jack couldn't persuade Him.

“Then let’s duel!” Jack Atlas pointed his fist at his opponent, the Crimson Nova.

"If you can't even beat me, how can you talk about fighting the Red Dragon!"

"Do you think I'll admit defeat like this?!"

"Then let's see if your pride is stronger, or mine!"

"Interesting, betting your pride instead of your strength, betting your cards?!" Crimson Nova was completely enraged. "Fine, Jack Atlas, I'll prove that your laughable pride and friendship are utterly worthless!"

"Then I will prove that your anger toward the Red Dragon is merely an escape from your own cowardice and inability to admit defeat!"

"Nonsense! Do you think you're inferior to Yusei Fudo?!"

"...I've already lost to him once!"

!!!

Crimson Nova was stunned for a moment, and then the fire in the cave became even more intense, shattering even the rocks!

"Let's duel!"

"duel!"

Flames engulfed the entire cave. Kali Nagisa, who had been waiting outside for days without seeing Jack emerge, noticed the abnormal burning and screamed. She immediately braced herself against the flames, one hand supporting herself, and rushed into the fire.

In this duel, Jack was not alone.

Because beneath his burning soul, he had completely awakened!

Gods will not abandon their beliefs and ideas.

This is how Crimson Lotus Nova is.

Sofia and Tierra are the same.

Sophia's phantom slowly emerged from the mirror, her body gradually transforming from illusion into reality, and then slowly and gently falling to the ground.

In her hand lay a deck of cards. She picked it up gently, opened her eyes, and a shimmering light flashed in them, revealing her extraordinary abilities. She looked at the deck, using her divine power to examine each card and confirm its authenticity.

Reiji Akama had already begun experimenting with a new version of the "Pseudo-God Machine," and she understood that Reiji Akama had no intention or thought of pursuing the "one and only God" of this world.

Therefore, there is no need to force that human.

She could accept failure, she could accept that humanity in this world could change and move in other directions, she could accept that Akama Reiji did not genuinely respect her and was always cautious and wary of her, but she could not accept losing to Tiera.

It couldn't be done in the past, and it won't be done in the future.

Even right now!
It's time for another long-awaited battle, Tiera.

That strange light flashed in her eyes again.

at the same time.

Far away at the 5DS base, Tiera, who was watching the other contestants engage in their final duel to determine who would advance to the next round, suddenly felt a stirring in her heart. A familiar yet ancient power appeared before her.

Sofia —

"...Amagi Hikari."

Hikaru Amagi was called out to, thinking Tiera was bored, so she turned to look at her, only to find her unusually serious.

"what happened?"

"It's time for a duel."

"Who?"

"My duel with Sofia—"

A strange light flickered in her eyes, a mixture of excitement, reminiscence, and melancholy...

Only at this moment could Amagi Hikaru clearly recall that Tiera was a very complex deity.

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