I'm in Yu-Gi-Oh!, but I'm also in Machine Ascension.

[Congratulations, host! You have successfully defeated Jun Banjou by using the Machine-type monster card, Source Number. System rewards will now be issued to you!]

In an instant, a crimson-purple light ignited in Youfeng's palm. The moment the light faded, a pack of cards with the same crimson-purple color as before, featuring the exclusive [Fusion] power, appeared in his hand. The pack was also engraved with the exclusive [Machine Race] mecha pattern.

"Is it still the power of [Fusion]? Last time, I even got a [Mark] as a pleasant surprise..."

"As the most prestigious summoning mode, [Fusion] can indeed sometimes generate a lot of gold..."

With a slight sigh, Youfeng immediately activated the gear switch on his card pack, and a powerful [Fusion] monster card, entirely constructed of silver-white metal and in the form of a magician, instantly appeared before him:

[Congratulations, host, you have obtained a 10-star Machine-type monster card—Shadowdee Shejinnaga!]

88. Cyber ​​Dragon VS Red-Eyes, wait, what the heck is Hyper Fusion?!

Upon seeing this completely unexpected card, Youfeng was immediately taken aback.

"???"

"Are you telling me that the Shaddoll deck also has Mech Ascension?"

In that moment of utter surprise, Youfeng once again examined the card's detailed information:

[Divine Shadow Shekinaga]

[Race: Mechanical]

[Attribute: Earth]

[Star rating: 10]

[Attack power: 2600]

[Defense Strength: 3000]

"Hmm... I didn't expect there to be a Machine-type card in the Shaddoll deck..."

After a brief moment of contemplation, Youfeng also wore a "happy smile":

"We [Mechanical Race] players are so lucky!"

...

Soon, in response to Youfeng's exclamation, the card pack in front of him immediately began to spin with its own gears, revealing a complete set of cards to Youfeng:

[Congratulations, host, you have obtained the basic Shaddoll deck build!]

Before him appeared a card pack themed around that powerful mage, with races ranging from "Celestial" to "Demon," showcasing different forms of the "Shadowdome" deck. Yu Feng immediately sorted through it completely, and after reconstructing the deck, he immediately placed it into his card box.

While Wan Zhangmu and even Professor Chronos were suffering from insomnia again, Youfeng also slept soundly and comfortably throughout the day he had been protecting Manman.

Since he didn't have any actual teaching assignments, Youfeng spent the next few days in a relatively leisurely manner after sleeping in until he naturally woke up.

...

After the teachers led the group on an extracurricular "outing," Yufeng looked at the messages on his phone, which were almost "leaping off the page" from Yukichi Judai about the various "rewards" that had occurred during this period, including the "dark duel."

Looking at the vivid description before him, You Feng's lips twitched slightly:

"Goodness... I even have the feeling this kid is dancing right on my phone screen..."

"but--"

Soon, as Yufeng skimmed through the emails in his inbox about the "Jūdai" section, he also saw an even more urgent video message.

Upon clicking, the image of Principal Samejima, dressed in a yellow shirt, brown tie, and the classic Osiris-Red outfit, appeared before Yufeng.

In the video, Principal Samejima is speaking in an extremely serious voice, half-requesting that Yuuka go to the principal's office on time this afternoon to participate in an important meeting.

...

That afternoon——

"It's like this... Director You Feng."

After looking around and making sure that all the duelists he had chosen had arrived, Principal Samejima pondered for a moment before explaining in detail the matter of the "Seven Stars" and the three mysterious evil cards "suppressed" beneath the Duel Academy.

"Hmm... so in that case, we have no choice but to stop them one by one and defeat the so-called Seven Stars members..."

As the "jellyfish head" Jaden Yuki made his solemn statement, everyone nodded slightly, expressing their approval.

"Hmm... If cards like the [Three Phantom Demons] were to reappear in the world, it might be a disaster for the entire dueling world..."

Soon after expressing her feelings, the girl turned her gaze to Youfeng.

At the same time, Jun Manjoume, Ryo Marufuji, and even Professor Chronos, who were invited to the office at the same time, all turned their attention to the most powerful and influential senior in the room at that moment—Yuuka!

At the same time, Principal Samejima, with a serious expression, took out seven keys representing the sealing of the Three Phantom Gods from his drawer, preparing to distribute them to everyone. He immediately looked at Yufeng with a questioning gaze, as if waiting for the other party's response.

"but--"

Soon, after a brief moment of contemplation, You Feng looked at the crowd that had all turned their gazes to him, and a smile appeared on his lips:

"Although the Three Phantoms aren't Machine-type... they still provide a support boost to my deck..."

...

In that instant, as You Feng's calm voice rang out, a look of astonishment flashed across everyone's faces.

"What did you say?!"

"Senior Youfeng—do you mean you're also interested in the [Three Phantom Demons]?"

Amidst the shocked expressions of everyone present, Principal Samejima, the initiator of this meeting, quickly clenched his fists and protested loudly with an agitated expression:

"Excuse my bluntness, Director You Feng!"

"These evil cards will not only destroy the entire dueling world, but will even corrupt the minds of duelists..."

"If you get close to them, you will definitely be slowly and completely controlled!"

Soon, seeing the enigmatic expression on Principal Samejima's face, everyone's expressions instantly became serious and tense. Their gazes were fixed hesitantly on Yu Feng, hoping that this young and handsome man, who was currently the technical director in charge of the Duel Academy, would change his mind and take back his words.

...

But faced with the strange looks from the crowd, You Feng quickly smiled and shook his head:

"What? Is there something wrong with what I said?!"

"Regardless of the power or attributes of cards, and ultimately, how far they can evolve..."

"It depends entirely on the duelist himself; the so-called cards are merely vehicles that carry the duelist's will."

Soon, amidst Yuuki's indifferent voice, even Yuuki Jaden was deeply shaken and gripped Yuuki's hand tightly:

"So, Senior Yufeng, are you... going to compete for the [Three Phantom Demons] card?"

As the boy with the "jellyfish head" spoke frankly, Principal Samejima immediately gripped the key, which had been made into a necklace, tightly in his hand.

...

"Indeed, I've already reserved the ownership of the Three Phantom Demons."

Soon, noticing the tense expressions on everyone's faces, You Feng nodded and said confidently:

"However... as fellow competitors, I will defeat the Seven Stars first... as for what comes next—"

At this point, Youfeng stood up abruptly from his chair:

"Hmm... I hope you'll be fully prepared mentally for what's to come!"

Soon, after leaving his last words, Youfeng smiled and nodded to everyone. He didn't linger with the group, who were still "trying to convince themselves," and left the office where Principal Samejima was.

...

"This is... completely terrible!"

After You Feng left, the bald principal immediately shook his head and sighed dejectedly.

The atmosphere instantly became extremely strange.

But soon, after recovering from the extreme shock, Principal Samejima shook his head, his face pale, and distributed the keys that represented the breaking of the seal one by one.

Marufuji Ryo, whose expression was equally calm, nodded in response to Principal Samejima's expectant gaze after receiving the key:

"Headmaster...please rest assured, whether as a member of the Duel Academy or having been taught at the [Cyber ​​School] dojo, I have a responsibility and obligation to protect this key. However—"

After staring at the "necklace" in his hand for a few seconds, the blue-haired, gray-eyed boy gently shook his head.

"Let me tell you in advance... I have no ability to stop Teacher Youfeng... and—I don't think there's anything wrong with his perception."

...

Soon after, after receiving the keys one after another, everyone left the principal's office with strange expressions.

At this moment, seeing the gloom on everyone's faces, after hesitating for a moment, he glanced at Marufuji Ryo, whom he regarded as both a mentor and an older brother, and immediately stopped the "jellyfish-headed" boy, Yuki Judai, who seemed completely normal and as if nothing had happened.

"Judai-kun... do you also think... Yuuka-senpai's pursuit of the power of the Three Phantom Demons is the right thing to do?!"

In response to the girl's questioning voice, Jaden Yuki laughed heartily and said:

"Hmm... If it were someone else, I would most likely object loudly... but if it's Senior Yuuka..."

"Even a card like the [Three Phantom Demons], judging from Senior Youfeng's strength, possesses the ability to suppress the evil power inherent in the card itself!"

"So...I'm not pessimistic about it!"

But very quickly, at this point in his speech, Jaden Yuuki also revealed a slight, expectant smile:

"I'm actually really looking forward to facing off against Senior Yuuka... After all, ever since I lost to him last time... I've been thinking about how to defeat him..."

Seeing the back of Yuki Judai, who seemed to be having a card game addiction, full of enthusiasm because "there will be many good games to play," the girl quickly shook her head helplessly.

"Phew~ Looks like we're in trouble..."

"I wonder if my brother were here..."

What processing method will you choose...?

...

With a sigh of helplessness from the girl, and since Youfeng had already agreed not to interfere with the key after dealing with the Seven Stars, everyone gathered in the dormitory of the "scenic" detached villa on the shore - [Osiris-Red] - as a defense against a possible attack from the "Seven Stars".

But after everyone had a lively discussion about deck building, they gradually fell asleep as night fell.

Soon, the instant he fell asleep, Jaden Yuki immediately felt the surge of energy that had been surging around his bedside.