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Chapter 699 A Desperate Self (4K, Requesting Monthly Tickets~)

"...I'll go first."

Kaito gripped the card in his hand, taking deep breaths repeatedly.

When Kaito learned that his younger brother was possessed by the Goddess of Despair, which was why his personality had changed so drastically, he was motivated to duel her. But when the duel actually began and his brother started talking, he knew that he would find it difficult to get serious.

It's nothing more than other things.

But...

Even though Yang Dou is currently controlled by the Goddess of Despair, a large part of what he says is what he truly desires.

Yang Dou longs to duel with himself, perhaps not in this setting, but at home, in his villa, or in his laboratory, to have a long-awaited duel between brothers. No duel disk, no D-scope, not even a video is needed; all he needs to do is sit down and play cards with himself.

This outpouring of feelings at such a time only made Kaito feel even worse.

"Activate the magic card, Photon Sanctuary."

Kaito held up a card in his hand: "Special Summon 2 Level 4 Photon Tokens with 2000 ATK, Thunder-Type, LIGHT, in Defense Position to your field. These Tokens cannot attack and cannot be used as Synchro Material."

The light from the Milky Way converged into silvery-white particles, which appeared on Kaito Amagi's field.

"Tribute two monsters with an attack power of 2000 or higher to Special Summon—"

"Galaxy-Eye Photon Dragon!"

Kaito raised a giant red cross and hurled it into the sky. Beneath the giant cross, light materialized, and a dragon with an eye containing the light of an entire galaxy was born from the light.

Galaxy-Eyes Photon Dragon, Level 8, Light Attribute, Dragon Race, Attack Power 3000.
However, the once imposing dragon now appeared very weak, merely standing there without roaring.

"...End the round."

Cold sweat dripped slowly from Kaito Amagi's temples, making a crisp thud on the floor, which also made the three members of 5DS who were watching look solemn.

“A soul monster with an attack power of 3000… is indeed very strong, but…” Jack’s tone was somewhat heavy.

“Hmm…” Kro nodded, expressing his own concerns.

Special Summoning your own Soul Monster in the first turn is something many people insist on doing.

but--

This doesn't seem like Kaito Amagi's "first round".

You should know that when they first saw Kaito Amagi's duel, they were extremely shocked.

In a single turn, Kaito Amagi quickly summoned several Xyz Monsters with just a few cards in his hand, and those Xyz Monsters were subsequently upgraded and summoned multiple times during the duel.

In just a moment, Kaito Amagi's opponent was defeated. Even with multiple monsters with an attack power of up to 3,000, they were completely unable to reach Kaito Amagi's offensive.

At that time, Kaito Amagi's performance put the entire 5DS on high alert, because they knew that if they were not careful, they would be defeated in an instant.

And after that.

In the Star Wars Dimension, Kaito Amagi did not display that terrifying sense of oppression. Although he was still very powerful, perhaps because his opponent was too strong, his performance in the first round was relatively ordinary.

But this does not mean he is "weak".

Even in that duel, Kaito Amagi took precautions and made preparations in the first round with just a few special moves, which can be described as quite cautious.

but--

Nowadays.

Kaito Amagi only specially summoned Galaxy Eye Photon Dragon with an attack power of 3000.

His strength and power remained unchanged, but his mentality worsened.

There is nothing we can do about this.

At first, he wanted to attract Yang Dou's attention.

Immediately afterwards, he realized that Yang Dou might be under control and unable to be seen, so he went to look for an opportunity.

Finally, at this very moment, he was about to face Yang Dou in a duel.

His pressure was mounting, his mental state was crumbling, and naturally, he was behaving in an increasingly dangerous manner.

“I saw through my brother’s first move.”

Yangdou expressionlessly drew a card from his deck, then looked at his opponent and said, "Galaxy-Eyes Photon Dragon is a killer of Xyz Monsters. No matter what kind of Xyz Monster it is, it will be banished and then its Xyz Material will be consumed when it fights against it."

"I see, so we're using the characteristics of the Photon Dragon to wage a war of attrition?"

Yusei understood Kaito's thoughts.

For Kaito, whether he can win the duel with Yoto is actually secondary; the most important thing is to save Yoto.

So, if we have no idea how to save him, it's better to try more. That way, if we have enough time, we might be able to awaken Yang Dou's true feelings before the duel is decided and unnecessary pain is caused, and then end this unnecessary duel.

Wise choice.

but--

Is it really that simple?

"My turn, draw a card."

Yang Dou drew a card from the Duel Disk and then flashed it.

"If you have no monsters on your field, you can Special Summon this card from your hand."

"Special Summon: Primal Butterfly".

A six-winged butterfly flew out of the card and fluttered gently. Although it was an insect, it looked very beautiful and made the starlight even more colorful.

Native butterfly, level 5, wind attribute, insect race, attack power 1200.
"A native butterfly!?"

Kaito's pupils contracted as memories of the past flashed through his mind.

Before Kaito's health deteriorated so much, he would spend time with Yuto at the villa.

To make Yang Dou happy, he specially built a small ecosystem in the villa, with flowers, birds, trees, and naturally some beautiful butterflies.

This butterfly...

The image of Yang Dou from the past flashed through his mind.

As Xiaoyang releases the butterfly with both hands, Chongtiancheng Kaito says.

"Brother, can we let it go?"

"It's so pitiful that they can only spend their short lives in a cage."

Kaito Amagi was losing his composure, feeling a sharp pain in his heart.

If Amagi Yuto had been a mischievous brat since childhood, that would be one thing; he could have calmly taken action, treating it as a way of disciplining his younger brother...

However, Yang Dou has always been very kind since he was a child. Despite being plagued by illness himself, he hopes that other lives can be better.

“Activate the Spell Card, Phantom Scales,” Amagi Yoto immediately took out a card from his hand. “If there is an Insect-Type monster on the field, you can Special Summon 1 monster with the same name from your Deck.”

"The second one is a native butterfly."

bang——

The second native butterfly flew out of the pollen!

"There are two level 5 monsters?"

"Shall we perform a Rank 5 Xyz Summon?"

The three members of 5DS analyzed the situation.

"Activate the effect of the Primal Butterfly once per turn, raising the level of all Insect-type units on the field by 1 star."

"I have two Primal Butterflies on my field, therefore, each of them can activate this effect once!" Primal Butterfly, Level 5→6→7.
Level 7—

Kaito was taken aback.

Clearly, the monster that was about to appear was an Xyz Monster he had never seen before.

“Build a multidimensional network using two level 7 monsters.”

Amagi Yoto raised his hand and summoned a monster. Two butterflies transformed into golden spheres and merged into a suddenly appearing black vortex. Then, a huge mechanical structure slowly emerged.

The number "28" written in eerie script appeared on the machine. Then, the machine began to deform and change, eventually transforming into a giant insect!

"No.28 Giant God Moth!"

Lava erupted in the room, instantly destroying the once lush environment. An insect floated above the flames, observing what lay ahead.

No. 28 Giant Moth, Rank 7, Fire, Insect, Attack 2400, Xyz Material 2.
"Attack power 2400?"

"Lower than the Galaxy Eye Photon Dragon."

"Then, there must be other effects that can deal with it, right?"

Yang Dou commanded the giant moths on the field, saying, "When you only have a Giant Moth on your field, the Giant Moth can attack the opponent directly. The combat damage inflicted on the opponent by that direct attack will be halved."

Direct attack!?
Kaito's expression changed.

"Battle, the Giant Moth launches a direct attack on its opponent."

"Firestorm!"

The flames burned wildly, and the endless fire transformed into a whirlwind, engulfing Kaito Amagi.

His body was scorched by the raging fire, and in just a moment, it was covered with black marks.

Kaito Amagi, LP: 4000 → 2800.
"Well……"

The flames burned on Kaito Amagi's body, and the scorching sensation made him feel uncomfortable, but compared to the physical pain, Kaito's cold and merciless attack made him feel even worse.

"It's not over yet, activate the Giant Moth's effect!"

"When this card successfully attacks, you can detach one Xyz Material and inflict damage equal to the number of cards in your hand x 500!"

"Not only are we being directly attacked, but we also have to endure the damage from three cards in our hand?" Kro's expression changed. "Can our bodies withstand so much damage in such a short time?"

We can hold on!
It's so easy and simple!

Kaito squinted his left eye because of the pain, and then saw the raging fire flying from afar. With three loud bangs, Kaito's body, which was already being burned by the fire, became even more mangled.

Giant Moth, Xyz Material: 2 → 1.
Kaito Amagi, LP: 2800 → 1300.
"Battle phase over, activate the magic card, and temporarily cease battle."

"Each player draws one card from their deck. Until the end of the next opponent's turn, all damage taken by either player becomes 0."

Kaito Amagi covered his left eye and slowly stood up upon hearing the name of the card.

"Oh no... it's just a temporary truce."

"What a ruthless tactic."

The three members of 5DS were experts in all kinds of duels, so they quickly understood the idea behind this card.

“Numbered monsters can only be destroyed by battle against numbered monsters, so even if Kaito attacks the Giant Moth with Galaxy Eyes, at most he will only activate the effect of Galaxy Eyes Photon Dragon to banish it, and then consume the Xyz Material.” Crow frowned.

“But… even without the super-material, the Giant Moth can still attack.” Jack nodded slightly. “The Giant Moth’s attack power is 2400. Even if it’s halved, it’s still 1200. If we just increase its attack power by a little over 200 points, Kaito Amagi’s health will dissipate like a candle in the wind.”

Moreover, while it's said that all damage suffered by both sides becomes zero, in the end, only one side benefits. The other side has already suffered the damage it was supposed to, so launching another attack would be meaningless to the opponent.

The pain... will not go away!

It had already been left on Kaito Amagi.

“This kind of duel is definitely not a duel of yang…” Kaito Amagi slowly got up, his body was scorched by flames, and even at this moment, the flames were still boiling.

However, he gradually let go of her hand, gradually straightened up, and gradually stood up straight.

His wounds and pain were gradually dissipated by the pure power of a duelist. The flames soon vanished, instead transforming into power that nourished him.

"That's outrageous," Crowe exclaimed in a low voice.

“Interesting… Kaito Amagi is indeed extraordinary.” Jack nodded seriously.

Yusei looked at Kaito Amagi and couldn't help but sigh.

Hikari's assessment of Kaito Amagi was indeed correct.

This person cannot be described as an ordinary duelist.

"Yaodou!!! Tell me, what are you thinking!" Kaito's aura surged, and with just his aura, he could disperse and suppress the surrounding flames, including the flames of the numbered monsters!
Despite being a powerful "No." monster, the Giant Moth could only slowly fly backward under Kaito's overwhelming aura, as if it were being suppressed by some terrifying giant.

But Amagi Yoto showed no emotion whatsoever in the face of this pressure.

Duelists can sense their opponent's soul and emotions during a duel. The stronger the duelist, the more they can sense each other's hearts. However, after enduring a full 2700 damage, Kaito Amagi only felt emptiness.

This shows that Yang Dou's true heart is actually locked away in the deepest part of his heart!

But this is actually an opportunity!
Once Kaito knows Yangdou's true feelings, the outcome of the duel won't matter much to him!
It's just LP, you can have it!
"I……"

Yang Dou lowered his head slightly and couldn't help but speak slowly: "Not long after I was born, my father knew I was unwell and tried everything to cure me, but nothing worked. In the end, he even framed his two best friends so that I could grow up to where I am today, making him a sinner. Now, in order to make me healthy, my father is making my brother collect numbered monsters in battle, which not only causes him to get injured but also destroys the Astral Realm..."

It's all because of me.

Rather than continuing to be a burden to my brother and father, it would be better to simply leave.

Upon hearing this, both Kaito, who was in the duel, and the three members of 5DS fell silent.

Because they are very, very certain of one thing.

Even though Amagi Yoto said those words under the influence of the Goddess of Despair, there was definitely a moment, there was definitely a moment—Amagi Yoto really thought about this!

"Yoto!!!" But quickly, Kaito immediately thought of the answer, "Yoto!! This isn't your fault!"

As someone who was born into the world before you, it is my mistake not to bring you a better world, not to create opportunities for you to live a normal life.

How could you, someone who wasn't even born yet, possibly make mistakes? Even if you did, those mistakes were ours as your older brother and father.

"Yang Dou, you are absolutely innocent!"

Because you were born with this unusual and special constitution, which is unavoidable. If this were a mistake, then everyone born into the world would be born with a mistake! Because no one is born perfect!

Some people aren't good at music, some aren't good at sports, and some aren't good at using their brains. Yang Dou, you're just not physically well. Once you're cured, you'll still be the kindest child you've ever been!
Creating a better world for those who come after is the duty of those who came before.

These words shocked the three members of 5DS. They looked at each other and saw the passion and impulse in each other's hearts.

Yes!

Isn't everything they've done for this kind of future?
however--

After delivering this exciting statement about his brotherly love, Yuto remained silent, head bowed, and did not look at Kaito Amagi.

"Is that so..." Kaito Amagi understood, but his voice did not reach Yoto.

Whether it was the goddess of despair or Yangdou's own isolation, the voice did not reach Yangdou's heart.

A temporary truce—

fair enough!

Kaito Amagi took a deep breath.

"My turn, draw a card!"

Since Yang Dou won't get hurt, isn't that even better!
In this way, he can work even harder to find a way to awaken Yang Dou!

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