Want to play cards? I'll use my King's Deck!

"Then destroy the other two monsters."

Apart from the "Mech Forces - Armed Forces" which were protected by "Attack Invincibility", both the "Mech Fortress" and "Overseer Covington" were hit by the beams reflected by the "Mirror Force", and the flames of the explosion shot into the sky.

"I anticipated this resistance; it will only plunge you into deeper despair, Yuuki. The more powerful mechanical legions slumbering in my graveyard will awaken because of your reckless actions—the effects of 'Mech Squadron: Super Transformation' and 'Mech Colonel' activated!"

"If 'Mech Fortress' is sent from the field to the Graveyard, banish that card and Special Summon 'Mega Transformation'. Then, if 'Mech Colonel' is destroyed, it can be revived infinitely!"

"Mech Force - Super Transformation, Level 8/Ground/Mechanical" "ATK: 2600/DEF: 1500"

"Mech Colonel, Level 10/Ground/Mechanical" "ATK: 3000/DEF: 2500"

Two cards were taken from the graveyard. Behind Sho Satomi, two enormous robots with extraordinary presence burst forth from the ground on the left and right.

In terms of appearance, it is obvious that it is in the same style as "Mech Fortress", but putting aside the "super transformation", "Mech Colonel" is quite bad.

"They even have this monster..."

"Oh no, that card is a little tricky."

Izayoi Yuki and Hoshino Mai clearly both knew "Colonel Mecha".

Even if you don't recognize it, as the ace of the once-famous duelist Satomi Akira, "Colonel Mecha" is quite a well-known monster in Dawn City. I heard he gave this card to his son as a birthday present, and now it seems that's true.

Its power is—

"The effect of 'Mech Colonel' has been activated!"

"①: During your or your opponent's turn, you can target 1 Machine-Type monster you control; destroy that Machine-Type monster and all monsters your opponent controls with an ATK equal to or less than its ATK."

"I choose 'Mech Force - Armed Force.' Destroy all monsters on your field with ATK 4600 or less. However, due to the 'Attack Invincibility' effect, 'Armed Force' will not be affected; only your monsters will be destroyed. So disappear, you weaklings!"

A beam of laser light swept across, followed by the thunderous roar of lightning strikes from mechanical weapons, instantly tearing apart the bodies of the Three Knights of Poker.

This left Youxi's venue completely empty.

"Oh my god!! As expected of the eldest brother, just take care of that arrogant pretty boy."

"It looks much cleaner now."

The thug's henchman shouted excitedly, and Satomi Sho said with satisfaction, "Next, let's deal with the rest of the small fry. 'Mech Force - Super Transformation' Attack, Super Cannon Destruction Cannon!"

Once again, a beam of light, carrying the force to destroy all carbon-based life, blasted towards Yuxi's monster.

Once this weakling is crushed, the "Mech Colonel" and "Mech Force - Armed Forces" that haven't attacked yet can unleash their firepower on Yuki. Even if it's not quite an instant kill, the combined damage of 7600 will be enough to give Yuki a run for his money.

"That way, you'll understand the difference between us..."

As Satomi Sho said this, the smile that bloomed on his lips suddenly froze halfway through.

There is no other reason——

"What happened? Why wasn't that monster destroyed?"

Despite the intense and dazzling laser beams emitted by "Mech Force - Super Transformation", they failed to destroy the lowly minions that he believed should not have been an obstacle.

But what is the true face of this "low-level trash"...?

"That's because of the monster's effect: 'The Elven Swordsman Who Tricks the Enemy.'"

Yuki flipped the card on the Duel Disk over, and emerging from the covered card was a swordsman wearing ordinary armor with pointed ears. It was desperately resisting the laser beam attack with its sword.

Despite looking extremely frail, it did not collapse.

"Elven swordsman who ravages enemies, Level 4/Earth/Warrior" "ATK: 1400/DEF: 1200"

"The 'Elf Swordsman Who Tricks the Enemy' cannot be destroyed in battle by monsters with an attack power of 1900 or higher."

"what!"

As Yu Xi's voice fell, the "Elven Swordsman" shouted and swung his arm with all his might, completely slicing the laser beam in two.

"The effects of 'Mech Colonel' are limited to once per turn. Now that its destruction effect has been used, it can no longer be used to destroy 'Elf Swordsman.' It's a pity; I still don't seem to understand the difference you mentioned, senior."

"You guy...!"

"Wow~~ Yu Xi-jun's mouth is pretty sharp."

Seeing that Satomi Sho's face twisted for a moment because of Yuki's words, Hoshino Mai couldn't help but chuckle in surprise, "I couldn't tell at all before."

Judging from the impression she got of You Xi over the past two days, he seems to be a rather gentle and polite person.

But he is now displaying an aggressive and domineering attitude, which has somewhat surprised Xingyewu.

However, Yu Xi seems to have a good style too?

"Heh, you really dare to say that. You just managed to escape my carelessness for a little while and think you're so great?"

Satomi Sho took a deep breath, barely managing to regain his composure, but still couldn't help but sneer coldly, "Yuki-kun, should I remind you? You're at a disadvantage right now. 'The Elf Swordsman Who Tricks the Enemy'? That kind of monster might protect you once, but it can't protect you a second time."

"You don't need to tell me; I understand this better than you do."

Yuki ignored Satomi Sho's words and urged, "Do you have anything else to do? If not, let's finish this round quickly."

"Hmph, looks like you're eager to taste defeat. Round over!"

"During your End Phase, the effects of 'Ace Knight' and 'Ace Straight' in your Graveyard activate. The 'Queen Knight' and 'King Knight' cards that you destroyed are returned to the Deck, and these two cards are returned to your hand."

With "Ace Straight" and "Ace Knight" in hand, you can summon the Poker Knight again in the next round, forming a semi-perpetual cyclical summoning chain.

But that's not enough; it's not enough to break through the lightning circle of the "Mech Colonel" whose effects have been refreshed.

and so……

"My turn, draw a card!"

Yu Xi played the card she had previously saved.

"Activate the Spell Card: 'Angel's Charity'! Draw 3 cards from your Deck, then discard 2."

By paying the price of "Ace Straight" and "Ace Knight" for the card draw, Yuki obtained 3 brand new cards in her hand.

After looking at the cards, he didn't hesitate to choose one and take a picture of it.

"Then, I release the 'Elf Swordsman Who Tricks the Enemy' on the field, and use Superior Summon: 'Dark Magician Girl'!"

"Dark Magician Girl, Level 6/Dark/Mage" "ATK: 2000/DEF: 1700"

It was as if some light and cheerful music was being played.

As Yuki declared, the white light from which the "Elf Swordsman" was sacrificed disappeared, and a magical girl dressed in a light and airy magic outfit, brimming with heartfelt emotions, emerged from a new card.

With long golden hair, bright, sparkling eyes, and two rosy blushes on her pretty face, she looked exceptionally charming and adorable.

She sat atop a lollipop-shaped magic wand, swinging her shapely, slender legs. Her entrance immediately made her the center of attention, drawing everyone's gaze.

"So cute!"

The two thugs that Satomi Sho brought stared wide-eyed at the "Black Magic Girl" without blinking, and Hoshino Mai also said with a surprised look: "So Yuuki-kun also has this kind of card?"

Judging from his previous duel performance, she thought that Yuki was like some boys in the middle of their chuunibyou phase, only liking tall and handsome monsters.

Well... judging from the "Clean Kuriboh" incident, perhaps this is just her prejudice.

"After all, he's a guy, so it's normal for him to like this kind of card. It's just that most people don't dare to take it out and use it in public."

Izayoi Yuki, however, was not surprised by this.

There's nothing strange about males going through puberty.

"However, summoning this monster in front of Satomi Sho is not a good thing."

"Oh wow, you have a really good card."

Even though Yuki had used an extremely rare Rhea card just minutes before, Satomi Sho didn't react much. But the moment the "Black Magic Girl" appeared, his expression changed.

If You Xi were to comment on that expression, it could only be described as "desire" for seeing "top-quality prey".

You Xi frowned: "So what if we have it?"

“Not so great.” Satomi Sho licked his lips, his eyes, like those of the two thugs, never leaving the “Black Magic Girl.” “But isn’t it a waste for someone like you to use such a good card? She should belong to someone stronger and more suitable.”

"...Are you trying to say that you are that person?"

“Let’s add some excitement, You Xi.”

Satomi Sho held up one finger and proposed, "If I win this duel, that 'Dark Magician Girl' card is mine. Conversely, if I lose... you can have any Léa Card you want. However, that's an impossible future."

—Gambling on cards.

This rule, which is common in street and underground duels, was eagerly brought up by Satomi Sho.

However, unlike the card-gambling duels that are wagered for powerful cards, "Dark Magician Girl" is not actually a very strong monster.

The star rating and attack/defense stats are unremarkable, and the effects aren't particularly impressive. If you're aiming to become stronger, it's better to choose "Mirror Force" or "Angel's Charity" instead of gambling on this.

Therefore, it is self-evident why Satomi Sho would choose to gamble on "Black Magic Girl".

"...So far, how many people have you gambled with like this? How many female cards have you won from them?"

"Hmm? Who knows?"

Satomi Sho thought for a moment casually, then replied with a relaxed expression, "I haven't counted carefully, but I estimate there are about ten cards. But I can guarantee that they are all legal and compliant. They willingly gambled with me on those cards; I didn't force anyone—what? Do you want to stand up for them and win those cards back?"

"……Do not."

You Xi paused for a moment, then shook her head.

“I don’t know them, and I can’t fully empathize with what they’ve been through. To be honest, it’s a bit difficult for me to fight for them.”

"Then why are you asking this?"

"Because through this incident, I've realized once again that you really are someone I really hate, Satomi Sho."

From the first time they met, You Xi disliked the man opposite her.

Xingyewu's introduction further intensified this hostility. Now, this aversion had reached a point where Yuxi no longer intended to maintain any semblance of respect.

"Miss Hoshino, classmate Izayoi."

Yu Xi turned her head and looked at the two girls watching the battle.