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

With Izayoi Yuki's mother, Izayoi Rose, acting as her agent, all the miscellaneous problems that had been troubling Yuki were swept away in an instant. As for the paparazzi... their 24/7 anti-surveillance system, like a dueling spirit, was no mere decoration.

Soon, as the summer days passed one by one, and with only a few days left before the start of the school year, the news that the Four-Sky Tower would soon open finally arrived.

In preparation for next year's Duel King Cup, they should head to the next battlefield.

Chapter 287 The Storm Is Coming

"Shouldn't it be fine to just tear up this card?"

Although it's late August, the sweltering heat of summer has not yet subsided.

The air conditioner was on in Youxi's room, adjusting the heat to a comfortable temperature.

He examined the card in his hand, which only depicted a towering tower and had no description in the effects section, and couldn't help but ask again as if to confirm.

Then this inquiry was answered affirmatively.

“That’s right. According to Kaiba Sojin, and from past records on the internet, that’s how it is. The usage is no different from the trial cards you used before, Yu Xi.”

So said Izayoi Yuki.

She was dressed casually, in short sleeves and a short skirt, her long, snow-white hair tied in a ponytail and hanging down her back, revealing her slender and beautiful neck.

People say that beauty is pleasing to the eye, and sixteen or seventeen-year-old girls are at the most beautiful age of their lives. When a man and a woman are alone in a room, especially in a boy's bedroom, it's bound to create a romantic atmosphere.

Unfortunately, Yuki and Izayoi Yuki were not the only two people present.

"Hehe, I'm really looking forward to it."

With her short, golden hair swaying, the bob-haired girl, sporting the same hairstyle as Kato Megumi, took a big bite of her freshly baked chocolate chip cookie, savoring the delicious treat while her eyes were filled with longing: "Ever since what happened with Nozomi, I've wanted to experience what it's like to have a trial card."

"Xiao Xi, Xiao Xue, what fun things do you think will happen on the Four Heavens Tower?"

"Are you a primary school student, Mai? We're not here to play around."

The snow at Izayoi reminded Hoshinobu, who was like a child, seemingly too excited to sleep because of the spring outing.

The latter didn't take it seriously.

"Oh dear, Xiaoxue, you're making a mountain out of a molehill. The matter of the Four Heavens Tower is important, but it's not good to be constantly on edge. Whether it's a big or small matter, the most important thing is to learn to enjoy it and appreciate the fun. Otherwise, life will be very tiring, Xiaoxue. You don't want wrinkles to start appearing on your face at such a young age, do you?"

"Another fallacy."

"Anyway, no one has ever said that you can't have fun while doing great things—you agree, right, Xiaoxi?"

"Don't drag me into your argument."

Seeing the two girls' gazes fixed on him, You Xi felt a chill run down his spine, but still said, "On this point, I think Wu is right. Uncle Xing's illness has been cured, and his health is gradually improving. He will be able to complete his rehabilitation and be discharged from the hospital in a while. Xue, you no longer have any responsibilities to shoulder, so just treat this as a trip abroad."

"How could we just treat it as an overseas trip?"

Given Izayoi Yuki's personality, she simply couldn't be as open-minded as Hoshino Mai. But she also understood that Yuki and Hoshino Mai meant well, and it wasn't a good thing to pour cold water on someone when they were having a good time.

"I understand. Since you put it that way, Yu Xi, then let's assume it's true. But I haven't prepared any of the things you'd normally need for a trip."

After letting out a soft sigh, Izayoi Yuki made a small joke.

Xing Yewu smiled sweetly and said, "It's alright, it's alright. You don't really need to prepare these things. We'll be staying there for several days, so the Four Heavens Tower should have everything prepared. We just need to bring our bags and check in. I can lend you some clothes though... they might be a little too big for you, Xiaoxue..."

"What are you trying to say, Mai?"

As Xingye Wu's scrutinizing gaze fell upon Izayoi Yuki's regrettable chest, she was met with a cold response from the white-haired, red-eyed girl.

Sensing the danger, Xing Yewu immediately gave a dry laugh: "Hahaha, it's nothing—by the way, it's getting late. Xiao Xi, let's head to the Tower of the Four Heavens now!"

"Your attempt to change the subject is far too obvious."

Yu Xi couldn't help but mutter a complaint, but she didn't object to Xing Yewu's actions. As if in response to the girl's words, the card suddenly lit up, signaling the opening of the Four Heavens Tower.

"Alright, let's go! I hope everyone has a great time and a successful trip."

"Okay. Xiao Xi, don't forget your promise to me!"

"What agreement?"

"Haha, it's just a small matter."

Under the questioning gaze of Izayoi Yuki, and with a touch of guilt for keeping it a secret from her best friend, Yuki scratched her cheek and nodded to Hoshino Mai, saying, "Yes, of course I won't forget. And..."

After a pause, You Xi continued to add the second half of the sentence in her mind.

“Miss Belle, now I’m here to fulfill my promise to you.”

"Hmph, you're smart to know what's good for you. But don't think I'll appreciate your kindness; this is just a fair trade between us."

"Yes Yes."

A haughty voice rang in her ears, and Yu Xi chuckled softly before crushing the cards in her hands along with the other two girls.

As the moment arrives, this scene is unfolding all over the world.

Those who were qualified and received invitations tore up their cards and were teleported to the area where the Tower of the Four Heavens was located.

However, there was one exception.

"Young Miss, wait, you can't..."

“Get out of my way—!”

With a loud bang, the study door was pushed open forcefully, and the people inside turned around to look at the uninvited guests.

A petite little girl with black hair, blue eyes, and rabbit ears and a scarf tied around her head was standing at the door.

Further out, there was an elderly butler who had devoted almost his entire life to the seahorse family.

"I'm sorry, Lord Cangren, I couldn't stop the young lady."

The aged butler bowed apologically to the man sitting behind the desk in the study, who said gently, "No, it's not your fault, Rogers. It's already a difficult task to rely on you to stop Mashiro. Alright, you can leave now. Leave the rest to me—so, what brings you here, Mashiro?"

As he finished speaking, Kaiba Aoto looked at the bunny-eared loli who was still standing at the gate.

As Rogers left, the study door was closed again, and only then did Mashiro Kaiba, who had been standing with her arms crossed, speak up angrily.

"Hmph! You ask what's wrong? Don't you know yourself, brother? Give me back the invitation right now!"

Kaiba Mashiro stretched out her little hand to Kaiba Soto, looking just like a cute little sister asking her brother for New Year's money.

But what she wanted was far more valuable than a mere few hundred thousand yuan in New Year's money.

"I see, that's what it was about."

Kaiba Sojin's expression remained unchanged, showing no surprise whatsoever.

It was obvious that he already knew why Kaiba Mashiro had come.

And he only had one answer.

"I'm sorry, Mashiro. This time, I hope you can restrain yourself a little and not go to the Tower of the Four Heavens. Let's wait for the next opportunity."

"Why!"

But it's obvious without even thinking that Mashiro Kaiba wouldn't accept this answer so easily.

"Brother! Why won't you let me go to the Tower of the Four Heavens? I've already qualified, and you know how important this is to me!"

The bunny-eared loli couldn't help but step forward, glaring angrily at her once most beloved brother. Hearing her shouting, the other person in the study frowned slightly.

"Quiet."

Amagi Naruto suddenly spoke up, saying to the startled bunny-eared girl, "Listen to me, Mashiro, you have to understand your brother's good intentions. Teacher wouldn't do anything to hurt you; he has his reasons for doing so."

"Then tell me the reason!"

Compared to Kaiba Aoto, who is more indulgent towards him, Amagi Naruto is much stricter, and Kaiba Mashiro is more afraid of the latter.

Normally, she would have backed down long ago after Amagi Meito said that.

However, this time is different.

With a hint of grievance and anger, Kaiba Mashiro shrugged slightly before raising her head again.

Azumi Naruto stared back at him with his azure eyes, neither giving an inch.

“If you don’t tell me, how am I supposed to know what your reasons are? And even if you do have reasons, what does that have to do with taking my invitation? Naruto-nii, tell me! If you can convince me, then I won’t go. But if the reasons you give…”

"enough."

A calm voice interrupted Mashiro Kaiba's subsequent words. Kaiba Sōto said, "Look at me, look into my eyes, Mashiro."

"What... what is this...?"

Upon hearing Kaiba Sojin's words, Kaiba Mashiro instinctively turned his head and saw a golden scepter being held in Kaiba Sojin's hand.

The top of the scepter is inlaid with an eye-shaped relief, which looks very similar to the Millennium Puzzle that Mashiro Kaiba saw on Yuki's chest before.

Why...why...my brother...has...this...

The idea had barely formed in his little head when the golden scepter shone brightly before Mashiro Kaiba's eyes.

Soon, the girl's once clear and lively eyes became dull and lifeless, and the surprise on her face quickly faded away, leaving her speechless.

—In that state, it's no different from a doll.

"Mashiro, you will forget everything that started this morning and go back to your room to sleep all day until noon tomorrow. Understand?"

"Yes... I understand. Mashiro has never been here before. I'll go back to sleep now."

Responding blankly to Kaiba Soujin's command, Kaiba Mashiro, with his lifeless eyes, walked step by step outside.

With a click, the study door opened again and then closed again.

The study was restored to its original state once again.

“You don’t have to do that, teacher.”

At this moment, Amagi Naruto frowned and spoke up, expressing his dissatisfaction to his respected teacher.

"Give me just a little more time, and I can get Mashiro back."

"How much time is a little bit? Do we really have that much time to waste on this? If you ask me, this is the most convenient way."

Before Kaiba Soto could reply, a man with a mark on his face sneered in rebuttal.

He looked to be about the same age as Amagi Naruto, but his attire was considered somewhat unconventional among the group.

Putting aside his distinctive hairstyle from the Yu-Gi-Oh! world, he has a bunch of earrings on his earlobes, and his bare arms and neck are covered in tattoos. His clothes are also out of place in this elegant and noble study. Compared to this high society, he looks more like a biker gang member who should be leading a bunch of henchmen on a nighttime stroll.