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Chapter 209 Win. Did they win?

If you attack first, it's okay, but if you attack second and get hit by three attacks, it's really hard to handle.

Just when I thought it would be good to take the initiative, the AI ​​referee issued a devastating announcement.

【Attack first】

【Blue Square】

【The duel begins】

“Oh, this is going to be tough,” Immy sighed.

Li Guanqi shook his head helplessly: "It's okay, there's always the next one."

“Next time, someone might not be watching,” Immy said inexplicably. “They can’t afford to lose.”

Li Guanqi scratched his head in confusion, but didn't ask who she was referring to. He turned to look at the dueling arena.

Earthwalker #11 quickly scanned his hand, picked out a card, and played it: "Summon, [The Hermit of Shiranui]!"

The card landed on the duel disk, and an orange-red fire circle appeared out of thin air. In the center of the circle stood a monk with his eyes closed, palms together, and a scepter in his hand.

"Release [The Hermit] to activate its effect and Special Summon the Tuner monster [Demon Blade - Shiranui] from your Deck."

A dark blue flame rose and condensed into a samurai sword wrapped with a martial spirit, exuding an ominous aura.

Immediately afterwards, three cards were inserted into the back row.

"Cover three cards and the round ends."

One in front and three behind, a standard [Shiranui] opening.

Immy leaned back in his chair, pursed his lips, and said, "Tsk, three defenders, it's over."

Li Guanqi frowned slightly, looking at the three face-down cards, and pondered, "The trap of [Shiranui] is quite troublesome. [Flame God]... do your best. [Phantom Dragon] is very tricky to deal with."

It was Tang Xin's turn.

Her palms were sweating, and her eyes unconsciously darted to the sidelines. In fact, she couldn't see what was happening outside the field, but she felt that Li Guanqi was watching intently.

Tang Xin quickly looked away, her heart pounding like a drum.

We cannot lose.

Her fingertips pressed against the top of the deck, her knuckles turning slightly white.

"Tang Xin, let's win this one!"

She thought to herself, 'You're destined to be a duelist of fate! How can you fall in the preliminary rounds!'

"My turn, draw!" She held her breath and suddenly drew the top card of her deck.

Tang Xin's eyes lit up when she saw the card she had drawn.

【whirlwind】!
Biantana is the best-selling card, bar none. A boon for low-level duelists, it costs over three thousand per card. It's a quick-play spell that destroys a spell trap, offering top-tier value for money.

There are three face-down cards on the opposite side; one can be dealt with.

Which card should we bet on?
May the magic pen protect you, it's meant to destroy the most crucial one!
Without further hesitation, Tang Xin decisively placed [Whirlwind] on the Duel Disk: "Activate Quick-Play Spell Card, [Whirlwind]!"

She pointed to the face-down card in the middle of the opponent's hand, "Disrupt the face-down card in the opponent's third position!"

A green tornado swept past, heading straight for Earthwalker 11's back row. The eye of the storm was aimed at the selected card, and with a crisp "crack," the [Crossbow Troops] was torn apart, shattered, and vanished into specks of light.

"Starting with [Whirlwind]? Not bad." Immy raised an eyebrow, her tone becoming more relaxed. "Just managed to clear a hole, the pressure is a bit lighter now."

Li Guanqi nodded, his expression softening slightly: "There are two more."

"If there's space at the start, we can try to pull it out a bit more."

Unfortunately, Tang Xin wasn't particularly lucky; she didn't have the [Illusory City] in her starting hand.

She traced the cards in her hand with her fingertips, drew one, and slammed it down: "Summon, [Macro Eater X]!"

In the center of the arena, the virtual image of seawater surged and churned, accompanied by a deep roar. A colossal sea monster burst out of the water, like an ancient mosasaur, its massive mouth filled with sharp teeth, exuding a ferocious aura.

【Macro Eater X】, 4-star, Water attribute, Normal monster, Attack: 2000.

"A normal monster?" A suppressed murmur immediately broke out in the waiting area.

"Isn't she Tang Xin from the team? Is that all you understand? Did you believe someone's nonsense?"

"Attack power of 2000, if it were in the Bronze or Silver rank, I would admit that he is a good player, but now it is the Hell-level qualifier, which is a bit insufficient."

"Next, please get ready..." Someone shook their head in advance, speaking sarcastically.

The sounds weren't loud, but they carried clearly to the back row.

Immy's face darkened, and she turned around sharply to glance at him, her eyes cold and sharp.

The discussion abruptly ceased. The candidates who had been speaking seemed to be staring at a wronged soul; they shrank back, immediately shutting their mouths, trembling with fear.

Li Guanqi paid no attention to these minor incidents, his focus entirely on the field, his brow furrowed: "Without a suitable arena, relying solely on regular monsters is too dangerous."

"Just do your best," Immy said sullenly. "It's not like everyone hasn't lost before."

Tang Xin didn't hear the noise from outside the arena. Seeing that Earthwalker No. 11 didn't react, she didn't hesitate any longer and played another card from her hand: "Activate Equip Spell Card - [Spiral Strike of the Phantom Dragon], equip it to [Giant Eater X]!"

The card was inserted into the magic trap area, and a transparent vortex of ocean currents immediately swirled around [Macrodevourer X]. Then, three shimmering trident phantoms materialized out of thin air and surrounded the behemoth.

"Advance to the combat rank!" Tang Xin shouted.

The candidates in the audience booed again: "Is that all? It's so simple and brainless."

"Do team members only play this kind of deck?"

There's a reason why Bian Yuelong's reputation is so low.

"You guys talk so much nonsense, huh!" Immi finally snapped, turning around abruptly. Her icy gaze swept over the whispering examinees, her voice filled with barely suppressed anger. "Damn it, you guys weren't this eager to line up, you were all cowering in the back like dogs!"

The group of people who had been making sarcastic remarks were rendered speechless by her imposing presence.

Immy stepped forward and stared straight at them: "At least Tang Xin fought fairly and squarely standing up there. What the hell are you?"

"A coward!"

“You—” someone’s face turned bright red, but they couldn’t find any words to refute it.

Another person retorted, "That's because she's stupid! Using such a basic deck is no different from just surrendering!"

"She can still come back to the team if she doesn't pass the exam, but what about us?"

"You'll fail your mother's exam!" Immy completely exploded, rolling up her sleeves and ready to charge over. "We haven't even finished fighting yet, and you're already spouting so much nonsense? Are your eyes in your ass?"

Li Guanqi reached out and made a gesture of blocking, but he didn't really use force. He just frowned. In the end, he was the one who recommended this deck. He really didn't expect that using a deck mainly composed of Normal Monsters would attract such criticism targeting Tang Xin's personal reputation.

"Hmph, it's not over yet? Then I'll see how she wins!" The man retorted defiantly, "With that blank card with 2,000 attack power?"

The waiting area erupted into a cacophony of noise. Amidst this uproar, Tang Xin's resolute voice pierced through the din, echoing throughout the dueling arena: "[Macrodevourer X], attack [Demon Blade - Shiranui]!"

The [Giant Eater X], equipped with the phantom of the trident, let out a deafening roar, its massive body churning up virtual waves as it charged toward the floating, azure demonic blade, its enormous maw wide open.

"boom--!"

The [Demon Sword - Shiranui] has a defense of 0, making it vulnerable to the [Giant Eater X] with 2000 attack power. The katana phantom is torn apart and shattered into pieces under its bite.

Earthwalker 11 showed no reaction, having anticipated this outcome.

"It's not over yet!" Tang Xin's eyes sharpened as she pointed to her Equip Card, "[Phantom Dragon's Spiral Strike]'s effect! When the equipped monster attacks a Defense Position monster, inflict battle damage to your opponent equal to the difference between its ATK and DEF!"

[Macro Eater X] The trident surrounding him suddenly lit up, detaching from the behemoth and, like three streaks of light, pierced through the air, fiercely stabbing towards Earthwalker 11 opposite him.

"Take this 2000 points of piercing damage!"

"Clap clap-"

The trident pierced through Earthwalker 11's body, causing his health to plummet.

Blue side's base score: 4000 → 2000
The chatter in the waiting area fell silent instantly; those who had been mocking just moments before opened their mouths but couldn't utter a sound.

"It's not over yet!" Tang Xin seized the opportunity and declared loudly again, "At the very moment I inflict combat damage on the opponent, I will activate the second effect of [Phantom Dragon's Spiral Strike]!"

"Special Summon [Phantom Dragon Spiral] from your Deck! Also, equip this card to that monster."

The seawater image in the center of the arena churned again, and a huge whirlpool appeared out of nowhere. In the deep sea current, a phantom dragon covered with blue scales and with a lithe body broke through the water curtain and let out a soul-shaking roar.

【Phantom Dragon Spiral】, 8-star, Water-type, Normal Monster, Attack: 2900.

A normal monster with an attack power of 2900!

The candidates who were just mocking the test takers now had a variety of expressions on their faces, looking as uncomfortable as if they had swallowed a fly.

As Immi looked at the majestic blue dragon on the field, he couldn't help but smile.

Li Guanqi remained expressionless, staring intently at the two face-down cards of Earthwalker No. 11 that had not yet been activated.

Tang Xin's gaze was intense as she pointed at her opponent: "Let the fight continue!"

"【Phantom Dragon Spiral】, a direct attack on the player!"

Upon receiving the command, the blue phantom dragon roared once more, its massive body radiating unparalleled power, stirring up towering waves. Earthwalker 11 swooped down, its trident flashing coldly, aiming straight for the core.

"Boom—" The water swept across the battlefield, and Earthwalker No. 11 was knocked to the ground.

Blue team basic points: 2000 → 0
【The winner is】

【Red Square】

[Assessment passed]

[Next candidate, please be prepared.]

The relentless broadcast echoed in the deathly silence.

Li Guanqi paused slightly: "Huh?"

How did it... end like that?

Qi Mengsi, the proctor, was also taken aback, a crack appearing in her expression: "Huh?"

Immy and the other candidates in the candidate area, who had been arguing just moments before, stiffly turned to the center of the field, their eyes widening in surprise, and burst into a chorus of exclamations: "Huh?!!"

The sound waves nearly blew the roof off.

Tang Xin was still immersed in the instructions she had just received, and it took her a beat to react before she let out a short, bewildered "Huh?"

The images of the dueling arena slowly faded away, revealing an empty stage.

Tang Xin stood there somewhat bewildered, slowly turning her head to look in the direction of the waiting area behind her. With obvious uncertainty, she asked softly, "Did...you win?"

"Xin—" Yimi was the first to recover from her shock, her expression exaggerated. "It's just a lousy preliminary selection, it can't be that serious, right? How much did you bribe the examiners? Tell me the truth!"

These words were like lighting a powder keg.

"Aren't you with her?!" the crowd roared. "Why are you stealing our words?!"

"Shadow!"

"Why aren't the two face cards reacting!"

"RNM, refund the money!"

"You're controlling the machines from behind the scenes, aren't you? Do you think we're fools? This is outrageous!"

"The Spirit Control Division can just say they want to send team members; it's not like it's the first time."

"Investigate! A thorough investigation is necessary!"

Outrageous speculations and angry shouts overwhelmed queue number 8, and the scene briefly spiraled out of control.

Tang Xin stood on the stage, unsure of what to do with her hands and feet. Despite being the victor, she was surrounded by a storm of doubts, her face burning with embarrassment, unable to feel any joy whatsoever.

She didn't have the spare money to bribe the Spirit Control Division; she was so busy buying cards that she could barely afford to eat.

Invigilator Qi Mengsi frowned and her face darkened. She raised her hand to signal a halt to the assessment process for queue number 8.

Under the angry or curious gazes of the crowd, she walked to the position of Earthwalker 11, bent down, and deftly removed the Duel Disk.

With a "click," the card slots in the back of the Duel Disk popped open.

All eyes instantly focused on the two small card slots. Li Guanqi also subconsciously leaned forward slightly. He had basic trust in Tang Xin's character and didn't think she would cheat, but the two covered cards were indeed suspicious.

The two sheets were opened, but the machine remained stationary from beginning to end, which easily led to unpleasant speculations.

Qi Mengsi carefully picked out the two cards, her eyes widened in surprise, but she quickly came to her senses. Instead of immediately flipping the cards over, she held them up so that the backs of the cards faced everyone.

She looked around to make sure all the anxious candidates had calmed down before slowly flipping the two cards over.

A touch of red first appeared at the edge of the card, and then the complete card image and name were revealed to everyone.

[The Trap of Insects]

The Chains of the Demon Race

For a split second, the world stood still.

Li Guanqi's pupils suddenly contracted, and he felt a chill run down his spine as if he had just remembered something.

"The [Maggidevourer X] summoned by the examinee and the [Phantom Dragon Spiral] Special Summoned are both Normal Monsters." Qi Mengsi's clear and cold voice rang out at the right time, explaining clearly, "[Trap Hole] and [Demonic Chain] do not meet the activation timing and conditions."

A collective gasp rippled through the audience. "Holy crap—"

The people who had been shouting the loudest just now had expressions on their faces that were like a color palette, alternating between green and white. Their mouths were open but they couldn't make a sound, as if 'fate' had choked them.

(End of this chapter)