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The night the first day of the qualifiers ended.

Card players are still enthusiastically reviewing Yang Qian's legendary draw, and edited videos are going viral across various social media platforms.

Topics such as "Ah Guang's five consecutive lucky draws", "The boss's luck", and "Is this printing cards or drawing cards?" dominated the trending searches on major platforms.

Everyone was looking forward to the knockout stage the next day.

I'm looking forward to seeing what cards Ah Guang will draw next and what outrageous moves he'll pull off.

Then, a Weibo post stunned everyone.

[Light Country Studio - A-Guang]:

"I really enjoyed today's match. Thank you to all my opponents for the exciting matches, and thank you to the audience both in person and online for their enthusiastic support."

Being able to personally participate in the Yu-Gi-Oh! competition was a precious and fun experience for me.

However, after careful consideration...

To maintain the highest level of fairness and a purely competitive atmosphere in the competition, and to avoid unnecessary off-field attention or controversy due to my personal status.

I have decided to withdraw from tomorrow's knockout stage.

The vacant spots will be filled by the next eligible candidate as stipulated.

We hope that all the duelists who have advanced will be able to focus wholeheartedly on tomorrow's competition and give their all to deliver a truly exhilarating and thrilling showdown!

See you on the field again.

The news immediately caused an uproar in the comments section.

"Guangda! No!!! (Erkang gesture) If you leave, what's the point of watching the aesthetics of divine draws! What's the point of watching luck crush skill! (Wailing)"

"Hey! Don't withdraw from the competition! It's not easy to have such an exciting show, I want to see a few more rounds of 'Ah-Hikaru's Mysterious Card Draw'!"

"Guangda, let's play a few more games, I promise I won't say you're bad (doge)"

"What happened to the boss personally taking over the newbie village? Why did he have to go back to town halfway through? (laughing and crying)"

"Referee! I'm reporting this! Coach A-Guang is throwing the game!"

"I get it, A-Guang is afraid that if he keeps winning, he'll break the players' mentality and affect the quality of the subsequent matches. He really is... I'm going to cry. (fake crying)"

"To avoid controversy... is it because the draws were too outrageous, and people were afraid of being accused of official card manipulation? (laughs) But I really checked the deck and there's nothing wrong with it! This is just mystical!"

"Although it's a pity, upon closer reflection, Ah-Guang's decision was actually very magnanimous."

If he really wins the championship with a series of miraculous draws, the nature of this competition might change a bit.

By withdrawing from the competition now, the stage is completely handed over to the real competitive players, opening up new possibilities.

"But... my fun is over! (pounds the ground)"

Despite netizens freely making jokes, lamenting, and pleading in the comments section.

But everyone understands that this is typical of Ah-Kuang's style of making public statements.

Since this announcement has been made, it means the decision has been made and will not be changed.

However, just when everyone thought that the good show of "Ah Guang playing cards" was coming to an end.

Yang Qian's Weibo has been updated again!

[Light Country Studio - A-Guang]:

"Seeing everyone's enthusiasm, it seems they have some complaints about my 'early departure'? (laughs)"

Since that's the case, let me reveal a little bit of 'compensation' in advance.

I will be attending the finals of the Yu-Gi-Oh! National Invitational Tournament as a "special guest".

Furthermore, I will set up a special challenge seat on the stage of the finals.

Any champion who ultimately stands on the final stage.

Alternatively, if the champion wishes, he can designate an opponent he deems qualified.

They will have a chance to challenge me in an exhibition match.

If I win...

Then, you will receive a unique and special gift prepared by me and the Land of Light.

A shocking twist!

The tone of the comments section suddenly changed.

"What?! I was just wallowing in sadness, my tears weren't even dry, and now this has all changed?! You old scoundrel, give me back my tears! (laughs and curses)"

"Brothers! Here comes the important part! 'Beat me and get a special gift!' Charge! To crush Ah-Guang! For the mystery gift!"

"Any insiders out here?! Spill the beans! What could this special gift be?! I bet it's a teaser trailer for the new anime or a character design license!"

"New anime episode! It feels like Yu-Gi-Oh! is going to have more than one season."

"It could also be new merchandise... Yu-Gi-Oh! has never released any figures or similar items before."

"It could also be unprecedented limited-edition merchandise! Like a pure gold Blue-Eyes White Dragon card? (drooling) Or a super gift pack of the entire Land of Light IP?"

"Figures? You can't even get a regular card now! New releases on the official website sell out in seconds, and scalpers are driving up prices! The Land of Light is making a killing selling cards! (Jealousy is making me unrecognizable)"

"Enough said, brothers who have advanced, listen up! There's only one goal—the national championship!"

Then, under the spotlight, challenge A-Guang and defeat this incredibly lucky guy! I want to see Guangda making those "hoarse" sounds on stage! (Rubbing hands in anticipation)

"Charge for this historic moment!!!"

Yang Qian's "step back and step forward" move instantly not only brought back all the attention that might have been lost due to his withdrawal from the competition, but also pushed it to a new climax!

Everyone's attention quickly shifted from his individual competition to the national finals, and to the tempting "special challenge" and "mystery gift"!

The suspense is off the charts, and the anticipation is off the charts!

The following day, the knockout stage in City A was held as scheduled.

The International Convention and Exhibition Center in City A was bustling with activity.

As stated in the announcement, Yang Qian did not appear on the contestant list or at the event.

His vacant spot in the knockout stage was fortunately filled by a player who came in second in the Swiss round standings.

The referee announced the adjustment, and a sigh of regret rippled through the stands.

"What a pity, I wanted to see Guangda play cards."

"It's okay, there's still a chance in the finals."

"I definitely have to be there to see if he can still pull off a miraculous draw."

The game continues.

Although the "show effect" and "amazing draw" brought by A-Guang's personal participation were missing.

But the competition instead entered a more intense and purely competitive state.

Every contestant who advanced understood that the road to the national finals had been paved.

At the end of the grand finale, there is an ultimate opportunity to face off against the legendary creator "Ah-Kuang" and win a mystery grand prize!

The contestants gave it their all, showcasing a variety of ingenious combos, calm psychological battles, and miraculous plays in desperate situations, leaving the audience thoroughly entertained.

In the commentary booth, Colonel Guan and Wang Duoduo took turns providing commentary.

"This player's execution is incredibly precise; every move is calculated."

"But that incredible draw on the other side reminded me of Teacher A-Guang from yesterday."

"It's a pity that Teacher A-Guang withdrew from the competition, otherwise we could have seen him today."

"It's said he'll appear as a special guest at the finals."

"I definitely have to watch it then!"

auditorium.

"It's a bit of a shame that Ah-Guang isn't here, but the game was really exciting!"

"This is real competition! Everyone is fighting tooth and nail for that final chance to challenge A-Guang!"

"I'm already imagining the national finals... No matter who wins, the match against A-Guang will definitely go down in history!"

Office of the Land of Light.

Su Xiaoran watched the live stream and smiled as she spoke to Yang Qian.

"Coach Yang, your withdrawal has actually made more people look forward to the finals."

"The event's popularity and the purity of competition have been preserved, and the suspense of the finals has been greatly enhanced."

Yang Qian picked up her teacup and took a sip.

"Playing matches is really fun."

"But sometimes, standing outside the arena, watching the waves you create surge forward, watching countless people burn with passion for a single goal... that experience is perhaps even more magical."

He turned around and gently placed the card he had been playing with on the table.

"Pass the word: preparations for the special gift for the finals can begin."