Dark Duel, as the chairman, I have no choice but to take part in it myself!

In this ruins that he had built with his own hands, You Xian, who had just finished interrogating the emperor penguin, paced back and forth in the room anxiously.

Although he had won this trip so far, the most core issue had not been resolved - he had to become the chairman of the Ritual Academy.

Due to the particularity of the Ritual Academy, the two parties who become the presidents must have a very close relationship. If You Xian wants to become the president of the Ritual Academy, he must find someone who is close enough to him and can almost be equated with a soul mate to be his other side.

Moreover, this soul mate must be strong enough, otherwise the other party will not be able to pass the assessment of the chairman's trial.

Well, perhaps the word "powerful" is a bit abstract. It would be more accurate to say that one must at least be a master duelist or even chairman-level player - this condition alone is enough to screen out 99.9 percent of the people in this world.

But unfortunately, most of the people present seemed to be able to reach this level.

Iris and Sophia are the chairmen of Synchro Academy and Hyperion Academy respectively. It goes without saying how powerful they are.

As for the Bald Eagle, she herself is also a leader among the wandering cadres.

Firkin once told You Xian that even he would find it difficult to defeat the Bald Eagle in a head-on duel, so the Bald Eagle must be a person close to the peak level of a master duelist, so he can be considered a candidate who meets the first condition.

As for the ostrich and the robin, You Xian felt that the latter was still far behind, and he had never seen the former's strength at all - although even if he had enough strength, he would not be considered by You Xian.

However, among these few people, there are almost no people who are suitable to be Youxian's "other side". The so-called "other side" is not just an ordinary friend or a close friend. In an extreme sense, it is not an exaggeration to call the "other side" a soul mate.

Iris, theoretically speaking, is the only one among everyone who has a clear relationship with Youxian.

As Youxian's fiancée and with enough strength in herself, it seemed natural for her to become Youxian's designated 'other side'. Then, they would start their 'wedding' right after the trial, and the moment she became the chairman, she would become the happiest lovebirds in the world.

In fact, this is what most ceremonial academy directors do, including the emperor penguin.

However, even if they are an engaged couple, Iris and Youxian can only be described as "ordinary acquaintances", not even lovers, let alone marriage.

Iris? Just a passerby!

The second is Sophia...To be frank, Sophia is the woman in the world who has the most complicated relationship with Youxian, and in a sense, the closest to him - no doubt about it.

She had interactions with Youxian's multiple identities and most of them were life-threatening friendships, especially when Youxian was Aleshat.

If everything was made clear and Sophia was really willing to go on with him, You Xian could invite her.

After all, after such a long period of contact, You Xian still has a very good impression of Sophia. In addition to her appearance, her way of doing things is very much in line with You Xian's taste.

As for the question of whether Sophia is a dark duelist... Youxian already has a Firkin by his side, so it doesn't seem like a big deal if there's another harmless dark duelist leader.

If we think positively, is there a possibility that Youxian is actually planting a spy among the Dark Duelists?

In order to gain the advantage of intelligence, the great Chairman of Shenghua College did not hesitate to feed the tiger with his own body. At the cost of his own life, he influenced a heavyweight among the Dark Duelists and laid a solid foundation for fighting against the Dark Duelist organization.

Perhaps one day in the future, the history of Shenghua will record the anecdotes of You Xian and Sophia in this way?

But precisely because the relationship between them is too complicated, You Xian can't say how Sophia will react after knowing everything.

You Xian just has a little affection for her, but that doesn't mean he is willing to be killed by her, and he certainly doesn't want to be beheaded and turned into a "holy relic".

As for the bald eagle, Novia, and the remaining two men... forget it. I can only say that they are not suitable.

Melancholy, why does wanting to be a chairman involve so many things, wouldn’t it be better to keep it simple?

You Xian, feeling increasingly complicated, looked at the people in front of him and let out a long sigh. It's really unpredictable.

Perhaps because You Xian's gaze was too naked, Sophia soon felt something was wrong.

She frowned and asked the man in front of her:

"Why are you looking at us?"

She didn't know if it was her illusion, but she always felt that You Xian's look at her just now was very strange.

It was as if... he was expecting something, but in the end he gave up his original plan for other reasons. This made Sophia feel that she had missed a great opportunity. She didn't know what she had missed, but she just felt a little regretful.

"nothing."

Shaking his head slightly, You Xian finally did not reveal his secret in public.

Well, let's take it one step at a time. The power of the Ritual Academy must be obtained. At worst, I can go back and slowly study the so-called dual-chairman system to see if there is any loophole.

For example... let Narcissus Mermaid or other card elves like Xiaomi be your other side?

There is basically no such thing as 'betrayal' for creatures like card elves. Even the most evil card elves will never commit shameful betrayal when facing a master they recognize, let alone drifting away in the wind.

Well, it's a bit troublesome, but it doesn't seem to be completely unworkable - which is how it should be in theory.

Thinking of this, You Xian avoided Sophia's gaze very unnaturally and slowly came to the desk that originally belonged to the emperor penguin.

Maybe because they were preparing to run away early, all the ritual materials needed by the emperor penguin were placed on the table, and a container for storing those materials was also prepared next to it, which made it convenient for You Xian to take them away.

It is worth mentioning that in addition to the materials that You Xian saw on the table that looked a bit worn, there was also something that looked like a notebook, and it was not known whether it was written by the Emperor Penguin.

At this moment, the girl's voice came from behind You Xian again: "What should we do next? Leave directly? Or deal with those people from the Shining Gathering behind? Or... destroy this Suifeng Piaopiao You."

Although she asked this, Sophia actually already had an answer in her heart, and she asked You Xian just to confirm it with him.

The emperor penguin undoubtedly hides a method to bring the dead back to life, and this is something she must obtain.

Even though that method seemed to require the sacrifice of countless lives, Sophia believed that as long as she could get the specific operation method, she might be able to go further and find a more stable and safe method.

Therefore, regardless of whether You Xian chooses to leave here directly, Sophia will continue to stay here to look for the traces of the emperor penguin until she gets the way to find the emperor penguin.

This is the closest chance for her, she absolutely, absolutely cannot let it go!

Of course, if possible, it would be better to let Youxian leave here first. Knowing that Youxian has a good impression of me or even likes me, it is a bit cruel to try to revive another man in front of Youxian.

However, You Xian obviously had no intention of leaving at this time. In response to Sophia's question, he just shook his head slightly.

"No, now is not the right time to do that."

He stretched out his right hand to brush off the dust on the cover of the notebook, making the blurry handwriting on it gradually clearer.

"What the emperor penguin is planning is too dangerous. This person has been able to endure for such a long time for his own goal. I really can't say what he will do after his hopes are dashed."

"It may be an exaggeration to say that a desperate army will win, but he can definitely cause us trouble. We can't take such a risk."

You Xian glanced at Sophia behind him, then at the ostrich and robin not far away who were still afraid to move, and then slowly opened the notebook with [ ] written on the cover.

It was a little different from what You Xian had imagined. What was recorded in that notebook was not the emperor penguin's experimental log nor his diary, but something that looked a bit like an essay. It could also be said to be a disguised memo.

You Xian could understand this. After all, the chairman of the Ritual Academy was already quite old, and his memory must have declined significantly. In addition, the cycle of his plan was too long, so it was not surprising that he found a small memo to record some important things.

But...what this guy recorded is too fragmentary, isn't it?

After opening the cover, Youxian could clearly see that there were only two simple lines of words on the first page:

'There are six trials in total. Don't be afraid of the first three, but the fourth requires a direct duel with the guardian.'

And behind this sentence there is a small note in small print:

"The decks used by guardians usually contain Angel-type monsters, and their strength is not too low, so you must pay attention."

'Even if I fight it with my strength, there is a high chance that I will fail. I must not let my guard down.'

Angels? Guardians?

Looking at the words on the notes, You Xian couldn't help but raise his eyebrows.

He still didn't understand what this so-called guardian was. A person who had lived for a long time? A family with a mission called "Guardian"? Or was it some kind of artificial intelligence of the Ritual Academy?

As for the fact that it was written above that he needed to duel head-on with the guardian, You Xian didn't care much about it. He wasn't surprised that there were levels involving actual combat in the trial. Rather, it would be strange if this so-called trial didn't involve actual combat.

But...Angel monsters, plus this is a ritual academy...

I'm afraid it's the Herald family. There are only a few Angel-type ritual monsters. Apart from the Cybernetic Angel, there is the Herald, or the Witcher deck that claims to be "I have Jade Syndrome".

The Cybernetic Angels often hang out with the Proclaimer family, or are put into a deck called [Dragon's Brilliance].

If it was the announcer, it might be a good thing for You Xian.

In the heyday of Earth and Sky Pearl Tears, the Red Light Proclaimer was often used as a hand pit to enter the construction.

As long as Zhu Guangzhi's Announcer is added with any soldier, you can not only use the hand trap to counter the opponent's strange effect, but also stack 5 and deploy on the spot, using the opponent's turn as your own.

In addition to Zhu Guang, the Proclaimer's Divine Shaman is also a card that is often used in the Pearly Tear Elegy tribe construction. She can stack a Sky from the Deck or Extra Deck when she is summoned or special recruited, and she is also a 2-star card, so she can be used in conjunction with the Naughty Pokémon.

In addition, the Divine Witch herself is also an adjustment monster. With her, even Pearl Tear can start playing synchronization.

The only problem is that if the opponent gets the first move, then the final move of Longhuiqiao will become extremely difficult to deal with - unless Youxian stops the opponent before he can launch it.

But in any case, is there a possibility that this trip to the Ritual Academy can still yield some new gains? Although it may not be used for a while, Zhu Guang and Shen Guang's throwing tiles are very trustworthy.

Thinking of this, You Xian also had a little expectation in his heart. The more complete these components were, the closer he was to the perfect Pearl Tear Sorrow Tribe. When all the important components were under his control, the perfect Pearl Tear Sorrow Tribe card deck would be born.

However, when You Xian couldn't wait to turn to the second page of the notebook, he was stunned. Even the smile that had appeared on his face at some point became completely stiff.

This time, what appeared before his eyes was no longer information about the Guardian and the Guardian deck, but the relevant content of the last level of the trial.

'The last test must ensure that the two directors are compatible enough. The more compatible they are, the smoother the test will go.'

'Compatibility represents the understanding of each other and the destiny between the two parties. Only those who have truly reached the standard of destiny can achieve the position of chairman.'

"Before the trial begins, you can use the detection device to test the compatibility of both parties. It is recommended to start the trial only after ensuring that both parties are indeed sufficiently compatible.'

'In addition, after the trial is over, each of you will receive a [Blessed Church - Ritual Church] field magic card as a reward.'

(According to the experiment of a certain Dragon Cancer senior, both parties participating in the trial must be human and must not take advantage of loopholes.)

Just like on the first page, there is also a note behind this paragraph, which seems to have been added by the emperor penguin later.

'The love between Florence and I is unwavering. Although the last test is extremely difficult, it is not difficult to pass it with our love. Moreover, we have walked this path once, and the second time will only be smoother.'

Looking at the words on the notebook, You Xian suddenly became like the bald eagle beside him, and his body froze instantly.

Are you targeting me? How can it be limited to humans? And why is there a tacit understanding level assessment? Even a wedding card will be given after the trial. It's just short of saying "After passing the trial, you will be a real couple."

It is hard to imagine whether this thing is a trial to become the chairman or a path to marriage. At least You Xian feels that this process is much more wrong than those serious trials.

Thinking of this, You Xian became anxious again and began to flip through the pages quickly, trying to see if there was any more important information.

Especially the information about the Guardian deck and the trial itself. If possible, You Xian hopes to skip this meaningless trial and be crowned as the real chairman.

However, this time he was finally disappointed. Although the back of this notebook was also full of writings, most of them were some very scattered "Bald Eagle Daily".

"Today I found a way to give the bald eagle a new card. She looked so happy and adorable."

"Today someone tried to get close to Bald Eagle, and it's very likely he was trying to do something bad to her, so I had him chopped into pieces."

"The bald eagle is becoming more and more similar to her, and the plan is still progressing rapidly, but if the plan is really successful... should I hand her over? "

"No, the plan is the most important. Compared to her, there is nothing in this world that cannot be sacrificed, even if the person being sacrificed is a bald eagle."

It can be seen from these notes that he has been hesitating about whether to sacrifice the bald eagle. It's a pity that You Xian has no interest in the mental journey of the emperor penguin at all.

After carefully searching through the notes and confirming that there was nothing else hidden in them, You Xian simply closed the book.

what--

Life is not easy, You Xian sighed. Nowadays, relatives and friends are urging me to get married, even the chairman of the board is urging me to get married, which is simply inhumane.

After Youxian closed the book, Sophia and Iris' voices came from behind Youxian at the right time:

"what is that?"

They naturally noticed You Xian's actions just now. Although they knew that You Xian must have found something important, out of courtesy they politely waited until You Xian had read through all the content before speaking.

However, unlike Iris who was simply curious, Sophia's questioning had a very clear purpose.

Not only that, the moment she opened her mouth, Sophia's hand had already reached directly towards You Xian, obviously not giving You Xian any chance to refuse to answer.

It was obvious at first glance that the book was something left behind by the emperor penguin. Although Sophia didn't know what was recorded in it, she didn't intend to miss anything that might record the resurrection ceremony.

"It's just a note with no nutritional value."

Facing Sophia's serious gaze, You Xian hesitated for a moment and finally handed the notes to her.

You Xian certainly knew what Sophia wanted to do. If the notebook really recorded some resurrection ceremony, then You Xian would have to add some extra details to it. But since most of it was just some mumbling, it didn't matter if he gave it to her.

Although Youxian didn't want everyone present to know the content of the second page of the opening...

"But what would happen if this resurrection ritual was successful? Sophia can't revive a person who is still alive, right?"

Looking at Sophia who was quickly flipping through her notes, You Xian carefully asked Xiaomi in his heart who was gradually becoming one with him.

Ever since taking Xiaomi away and using Xiaomi in the duel, the distance between You Xian and Xiaomi has been getting closer and closer.

This does not refer to the so-called spiritual distance between "hearts" but the physical distance. For example, at this moment You Xian actually no longer has his own shadow.

His reflection in the sun is just a manifestation of Xiaomi's power. Once Xiaomi leaves Youxian's body, Youxian will become a true 'shadowless man'.

Perhaps these characteristics make You Xian different from ordinary people, but at the same time they also bring him a lot of convenience.

For example, he could ask the green-haired girl some questions in his mind at any time, just like now.

Xiaomi does know a lot about matters of life and death. After all, the Shadows are essentially a group of beings that have long lost their lives.