Yu-Gi-Oh!: This isn't a duel!

"Ah! Yes!"

The researcher shuddered in fright.

"The progress on the experiment side is also... not very good."

"The experimental samples that Jin Yao sent earlier are almost used up, and the elven power contained in them is pitifully small, so they are not very useful at all."

Hearing his subordinate's report, Old Mo's anger slowly subsided. He waved his hand and said:

"That's not a big problem; I've already started making arrangements."

"I'm sure new test subjects will be delivered soon, and they'll be top-tier test subjects with powerful elven abilities!"

"What I'm more concerned about now is whether the location for the gods to descend has been chosen."

Staring at him with Mo Lao's authoritative gaze, the researcher in white immediately shivered. He quickly flipped open the experimental report in his hand and said loudly:

"The approximate location has been determined. It is the slum that was originally planned to be developed. The special energy field there is very suitable as an altar for the descent of gods."

"Oh? It's there?"

Old Mo seemed somewhat surprised, but quickly regained his composure.

"I know, you go down first."

The man felt as if he had been granted a pardon and immediately walked away without looking back.

Watching his subordinates leave, Old Mo took out an encrypted phone from his pocket, found a number, and dialed it.

"Hey?"

A familiar female voice came from the other end of the phone.

"Is that Xiao Wan? It's me, your Grandpa Mo."

How is the competition going?

"Yeah?"

"That's good."

"Oh, it's just giving today's young people a chance to show themselves, nothing to brag about, nothing to brag about."

"By the way, Xiao Wan, I'm thinking of holding the final competition in the slums of the West District. What do you think?"

"why?"

"Isn't that area going to be renovated? Let's just consider it a way to attract people in advance."

"Xiao Wan, I have confidence in your abilities. Go ahead and do it. If you have any questions, just mention my name."

After hanging up the phone, Xie Wan'an listened to the busy tone. Although she didn't understand why the other party insisted on changing the final location of the competition, she didn't care anymore.

Anyway, it costs money no matter where you do it, and you might even spend less if you go to the slums.

Anyway, the family said to completely comply with the other side's wishes, so I'll change it.

She pressed a button on the table, and soon her personal elite team arrived in her room to carry out the new instructions.

Inside a top-tier restaurant hidden in the heart of the bustling city center.

The heavy velvet curtains shut out the noise from the outside world, and the walls were adorned with avant-garde paintings that most people couldn't understand.

The menu did not list prices, only exquisite dish names and descriptions of top-quality ingredients.

The background music was an aria from an unknown opera, and the surrounding guests were all well-dressed, talking in hushed tones, and everyone seemed unhurried.

"Don't let the old-fashioned decor fool you, the food here is really good, trust me."

Lei Zhen patted his chest, and He Yan nodded in agreement.

It's clear that this isn't the first time the two of them have eaten at a place like this.

You Yang glanced around briefly, then turned his gaze to He Yan, and tentatively began to speak:

"Where did you get that [Blessed Flame Princess]?"

"Of course, if it's inconvenient to say, then never mind."

You Yang was indeed very curious.

It's clear that [Blessed Flame Princess] is not a card that can be obtained after the evolution of "Reincarnated Flame Beast".

Moreover, in Youyang's memory, this card does not belong to any specific series, but is an independent general-purpose monster.

There are quite a few monsters like this in Yu-Gi-Oh!

So Youyang wanted to know where he could get similar cards.

He doesn't need [Princess of Blaze] right now, but there are many powerful independent monsters that he needs.

Even if he was very curious, You Yang didn't intend to forcefully pry into other people's secrets, otherwise it would turn the two sides into enemies, which would be a loss.

"Well, it's not exactly a secret."

He Yan and Lei Zhen exchanged a glance, then slowly spoke.

"However, there are requirements for that place, and I'm not sure if you can go."

“There is a black market in the city center of Tian Shu City.”

“There, extremely rare cards are auctioned off from time to time. However, unlike the common magic and trap cards that are available to the general public, the cards that appear on the black market are mostly specific cards that are difficult to circulate normally.”

"Either they have very strong limitations, or the power of the card spirits is too great; in short, they are all very troublesome cards."

"But even these tricky cards are by no means cheap."

"Moreover, ordinary people who want to get in need need an introduction from someone who is qualified."

"I'm not qualified yet."

Lei Zhen also shook his head, indicating that he was not qualified either.

You Yang sighed inwardly. A black market for trading cards?

He really wanted to go and see it, but since he couldn't go now, he'd think about it later.

Anyway, he doesn't have much money right now.

The four continued chatting about all sorts of things until the exquisite dishes began to be served one after another. Only then did they stop talking and begin to focus on enjoying the food.

I must say, the food here is really delicious, and Youyang had a great time.

In the end, Lei Zhen paid the bill.

Before leaving, He Yan and Lei Zhen told You Yang and Chen Yuan to be careful lately.

Yesterday they received information that some participants had gone missing near the competition venue, and the specific reasons are still under investigation.

Most of the missing people were out-of-towners or relatively unknown individuals, but they all had one thing in common: they had demonstrated formidable strength in major competitions.

As for the authorities, for some reason, they didn't seem interested in investigating, so they told You Yang and his companion to be extra careful.

Finally, the two expressed their anticipation for meeting You Yang again in the qualifying rounds, and You Yang nodded in agreement. The four then officially parted ways.

Since it was still early, You Yang and Chen Yuan decided not to go home first.

I'll go buy some items first. Although I plan to move, I can't leave immediately.

No matter how much or how little, every bit of compensation is welcome.

Chapter 98 The Dead Who Came Back to Life! You Yang Against Three! (4k)

The afterglow of the setting sun cast long, elongated, and strange shadows across the alley.

You Yang and Chen Yuan walked side by side. Chen Yuan was carrying large and small bags of daily necessities that he had just bought. The bags swayed with his steps.

"Here, let me get you some."

You Yang reached out and naturally took half of the shopping bag from Chen Yuan's hand.

Fortunately, after awakening his elven power, Youyang's physical abilities were greatly enhanced, and this weight was nothing to him.

Thanks.

Chen Yuan thanked him, and the two of them silently headed towards the slums.

"You Yang, do you feel... something's not right?"

After walking for a while, Chen Yuan finally couldn't help but stop. He put down what he was holding, looked around, and his eyes were full of doubt.

"Normally this journey takes no more than ten minutes, but we've been walking for almost half an hour now, why haven't we arrived yet?"

"And... if I remember correctly, haven't we passed by this graffiti-covered corner of the wall several times already?"

They took a shortcut this time, so they should have been home long ago.

Moreover, the surrounding scenery didn't look normal at all; it was unusually quiet, without even a whisper of wind.

You Yang nodded, put down the bag in his hand, and said solemnly:

“I noticed it before, but I couldn’t quite put my finger on what was wrong with it.”

Looking at this bizarre scene, could it be that they have encountered the legendary "ghost wall"?

However, this thought only flashed through You Yang's mind for a moment before he quickly dismissed it.

In this world with the power of spirits, compared to supernatural events like being trapped in a maze, You Yang is more inclined to believe that he encountered a dark duelist.

Just as the two stopped and cautiously observed their surroundings, a figure slowly emerged from the shadows of the alley.

"They found it so quickly?"

The man chuckled softly, his voice gentle, as if greeting an old friend.

"I thought you would use it for at least a while longer."

As the man drew closer, bathed in the last rays of the setting sun, You Yang and his companion finally saw his face clearly.

He was a young man who appeared gentle and non-threatening.

He was wearing a loose and comfortable linen shirt, and had a kind smile on his face, making him seem harmless.

However, You Yang and Chen Yuan tensed up immediately and became alert.

Who are you?