Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Nero and Hara Shichi's interaction shows Nero's maturity and independence.
• Julie's consecutive bad draws lead to her disadvantage in the Duel.
• Hara Shichi's reflection on the nature of Duels and luck.
• Yukikaze's strategic play with her Xyz monsters, ultimately leading to Julie's defeat.

Character Developments

• Nero: Shows maturity and independence by slapping away Hara Shichi's patronizing pat on the head and explaining her reasoning.
• Julie: Struggles with the unfairness of bad luck in Duels, eventually accepting it but making excuses for her losses.
• Hara Shichi: Reflects on the nature of Duels, acknowledging the role of luck and the unfairness inherent in the system.
• Yukikaze: Demonstrates strategic thinking and adaptability in her Xyz Summoning and Trap Card usage.

Significant Themes

• Luck and Fairness in Duels: The role of luck in Duels is explored, with characters grappling with its unfairness and inevitability.
• Acceptance of Defeat: Characters deal with losing, with Julie making excuses and Hara Shichi accepting it as part of the game.
• Strategy and Adaptability: Yukikaze's strategic play highlights the importance of adaptability and thinking ahead in Duels.

Character Interactions

• Nero and Hara Shichi: Nero asserts her independence, while Hara Shichi shows understanding and acceptance of her actions.
• Julie and Hara Shichi: Hara Shichi's reflection on the nature of Duels serves as a contrast to Julie's struggle with accepting her losses.
• Julie and Yukikaze: Julie's frustration with her bad luck is juxtaposed with Yukikaze's strategic and adaptable play, ultimately leading to Julie's defeat.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sera wins the internal team match, but loses to Nero in a subsequent duel.
• Hara Shichi and Sera discuss the purpose of the internal matches, with Hara Shichi emphasizing mutual understanding and identifying weaknesses over rankings.
• Crimson Lotus becomes a Professional Duelist and is offered a position in the encirclement and suppression operation against the Anti-Duelist Alliance.
• Sera and Hara Shichi play chess, with Sera expressing her desire to improve by learning about threatening Decks.

Character Developments

• Sera shows determination to improve and catch up to Hara Shichi, choosing to study threatening Decks instead of practicing duels.
• Crimson Lotus's desire to find Seventeen leads her to accept the offer to participate in the Anti-Duelist Alliance operation.
• Hara Shichi expresses concern for his friends, with Ai warning him that they might not be able to help him in future battles.

Significant Themes

• The importance of mutual understanding and identifying weaknesses in duels, as emphasized by Hara Shichi.
• The desire to improve and catch up to stronger opponents, shown by Sera.
• The consequences of past actions, as seen in Crimson Lotus's involvement with the Anti-Duelist Alliance.

Character Interactions

• Sera and Hara Shichi discuss their goals and strategies for improvement.
• Crimson Lotus and the Chief Examiner discuss her new position and the Anti-Duelist Alliance operation.
• Sera, Nero, Julie, and Yukikaze interact briefly, showing their camaraderie and friendly competition.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sera reveals she's building a second Deck, a HERO Deck.
• Sera borrows her brother, the Head Teacher's, HERO Deck.
• Sera challenges Hara Shichi to a duel, but he declines due to a date with Alice.
• Sera defeats Zhuxiu in a duel to prove her strength and earn the right to use the HERO Deck.

Character Developments

• Sera: Shows determination to improve and catch up to Hara Shichi, revealing a more serious side.
• Hara Shichi: Maintains his calm and collected demeanor, understanding Sera's resolve but not overreacting.
• Zhuxiu: Recognizes Sera's potential and challenges her to a duel to test her skills.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and determination in improving one's skills and catching up to peers.
• The importance of hard work and proving oneself to earn respect and recognition.

Character Interactions

• Sera and Hara Shichi: Their friendly banter continues, with Sera expressing her desire to keep up with Hara Shichi's growth.
• Sera and Zhuxiu: Their sibling rivalry is evident as they duel, with Zhuxiu pushing Sera to improve.
• Hara Shichi and Yukikaze: Hara Shichi reassures Yukikaze that she's already helped him a lot and that there's no need to rush her progress.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Alice and Hara Shichi prepare for their duel, with Alice receiving cards and advice from a mysterious teacher.
• They meet at the Duelist Academy's stadium at night, with Alice wanting to duel despite the darkness.
• Nafili and Gu Liangxun arrive, and Nafili illuminates the stadium. The duel begins with Hara Shichi going first.

Character Developments

• Hara Shichi (Yuan Qi) shows confidence in his dueling abilities and is strategic in his plays, adapting to Alice's hand traps.
• Alice shows preparation and understanding of Hara Shichi's Deck, using D.D. Crow to disrupt his combo.
• Nafili and Gu Liangxun are introduced as teachers, with Nafili being talkative and Gu Liangxun being sarcastic and precise.

Significant Themes

• Adaptation and strategy in dueling.
• Preparation and understanding of one's opponent's Deck.
• The dynamic between teachers and students.

Character Interactions

• Hara Shichi and Alice interact as duelists, with Alice trying to disrupt Hara Shichi's combo and Hara Shichi adapting to her strategies.
• Nafili and Gu Liangxun interact as colleagues, with Nafili being talkative and Gu Liangxun being sarcastic and precise, showing a contrast in their personalities.
• The mysterious teacher interacts with Alice, giving her cards and advice before the duel.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Alice and Hara Shichi engage in a duel, with Hara using a Tearlaments deck and Alice using a Dragonmaid deck.
• Hara fuses to summon Predaplant Horn Dragon, while Alice uses Skill Drain to halve the damage Hara's monsters inflict and banish his field cards.
• Alice summons Dragonmaid - Chamber and uses its effect to add Dragonmaid's Change of Clothes to her hand.
• Alice fuses to summon Dragonmaid - Shining Dragonmaid, her Ace Monster.

Character Developments

• Alice demonstrates strategic thinking and adaptability, using Skill Drain to counter Hara's powerful monsters and fusing to summon her Ace Monster.
• Hara shows calm composure under pressure, attempting to disrupt Alice's plays with his Tearlaments monsters' effects.

Significant Themes

• Adaptability and strategic thinking in dueling.
• The power of counter traps and disruption in dueling.
• The importance of Ace Monsters and their effects.

Character Interactions

• Alice and Hara engage in a tense and strategic duel, with both showing respect for each other's skills.
• Gu Liangxun and Nafili discuss the duel, with Gu expressing her disdain for Nafili's understanding of dueling.
• Ai expresses concern for Rhonogos when it's negated by Alice's Dragonmaid - Wind.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Alice and Hara Shichi continue their duel.
• Alice activates Dragonmaid - Shining Dragonmaid's effect, negating Hara Shichi's card and destroying it, then Special Summoning Dragonmaid - Dragonmaid Butler.
• Hara Shichi sets a card and ends his turn.
• Alice enters her Battle Phase, but Hara Shichi activates a Trap Card - Tears of the Fallen, changing Dragonmaid Butler to face-down Defense Position and sending Siren Mermaid to the Graveyard.
• Hara Shichi Fusion Summons Tearlaments Daffodil and activates its effect, adding Tearlaments Merrow from his Deck to his hand.
• Alice Normal Summons Dragonmaid - Laundry Dragonmaid, but Hara Shichi negates its effect with Rhonogos.
• Alice activates Dragonmaid's Change of Clothes, sending Laundry Dragonmaid and Dragonmaid Butler to the Graveyard, then Fusion Summons Shining Dragonmaid.
• Hara Shichi negates Shining Dragonmaid's effect with Rhonogos, but Alice Chains Shining Dragonmaid's effect, destroying Rhonogos and Special Summoning another Dragonmaid Butler.
• Hara Shichi activates Marincess's effect, sending cards to the Graveyard, then Special Summons Predaplant Horn Dragon and Tearlaments Kaleidoheart.
• Hara Shichi attacks Alice directly with Rhonogos, Tearlaments Daffodil, and Kaleidoheart, winning the duel.

Character Developments

• Alice shows determination and adaptability in her dueling, trying to counter Hara Shichi's strategies.
• Hara Shichi demonstrates strategic thinking and quick decision-making, effectively countering Alice's moves.
• Ai, the Goddess of Duels, shows confidence in Hara Shichi's abilities and supports his decisions.

Significant Themes

• The power of strategy and adaptability in dueling.
• The importance of understanding one's opponent's Deck and playstyle.
• The role of confidence and determination in competition.

Character Interactions

• Alice and Hara Shichi engage in a intense and strategic duel, with both showing respect for each other's skills.
• Ai supports Hara Shichi's decision to duel Teacher Akro next.
• Nafili and Gu Liangxun provide advice and guidance to Hara Shichi regarding his next duel.

• Hara Shichi defeated Teacher Alice in a duel, causing her to break down afterward.
• Hara Shichi decides to duel Teacher Akro next, who uses a Zanji Deck.
• The group learns that it's Tanabata Festival, and Teacher Akro is seeking gift ideas for his girlfriend.
• They suggest various gifts, but Hara Shichi's suggestion of card sleeves surprises everyone. However, Teacher Akro likes the idea and decides to give card sleeves as a gift.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Akuro and Hara Shichi register for the Qixi Festival Couple Doubles Tournament as a couple, with Akuro using his teacher status and Hara Shichi's student status to qualify.
• Julie and Sera also register as a couple, using pseudonyms to hide their identities.
• Akuro and Hara Shichi start dueling other couples to collect Heart Gems, aiming to be in the top four to advance to the finals.
• They challenge Mary & Ryan, last year's runner-up couple, betting six Heart Gems.

Character Developments

• Akuro: Reveals his conflict with his girlfriend over moving to the city, showing his dedication to Duelist Academy and his town.
• Hara Shichi: Shows his professionalism and confidence in dueling, taking the initiative in challenging Mary & Ryan.

Significant Themes

• Love and relationships: The tournament's focus on couples highlights the theme of love and relationships, with Akuro's conflict with his girlfriend serving as a subplot.
• Dueling as a profession: Hara Shichi's expertise in dueling is emphasized, showing the skill and dedication required to be a professional duelist.

Character Interactions

• Akuro and Hara Shichi: Their partnership in the tournament brings them closer, with Akuro confiding in Hara Shichi about his relationship issues.
• Mary & Ryan: The former runner-up couple challenges Akuro and Hara Shichi, setting up a duel between them.

Summary

Plot Points and Events

• Hara Shichi resumes using his Madolche Deck after a long time.
• He Xyz Summons Madolche Teacher Puddingcess and Madolche Chocolat-a-la-Mode.
• Hara Shichi Link Summons Madolche Fresh Sister Fraise.
• Ryan summons Lava Golem and Beast King Alpha.

Character Developments

• Hara Shichi shows his proficiency in various summoning mechanics, including Xyz and Link Summoning.
• Ryan and Mary's dynamic as a couple in tag-team matches is revealed.

Significant Themes

• The evolution of summoning mechanics in the dueling world.
• The strategic use of resistance cards and backrow.

Character Interactions

• Hara Shichi and Ryan engage in a back-and-forth duel, with both showing their strategic prowess.
• Ryan and Mary's affectionate exchange and division of labor in their tag-team matches.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Akuro continues his turn, Link Summoning "Phantom Knights of the Burning Phoenix" and using its effect to destroy one of Ryan's Set Cards.
• Ryan Chain Summons "Infinite Impermanence" to negate the Phoenix's effect.
• Akuro Special Summons "Zanji Enbu" and "Zanji Chobu" using their respective effects.
• Akuro Xyz Summons "Zanji Operator D'Alembert" and uses its effect to Special Summon "Zanji Enbu" and reduce the ATK of Ryan's "Beast King Alpha".
• Akuro Synchro Summons "Flame Zanji Final Sigma" and uses its effect to deal massive damage to Ryan and Mary, winning the duel.

Character Developments

• Akuro and Hara Shichi demonstrate their mastery of Link Summoning and their ability to adapt to new Deck types (Zanji Deck).
• Ryan and Mary show their ability to work together in a tag-team duel, despite initial miscommunication.
• Ryan and Mary acknowledge Akuro and Hara Shichi's bond and relationship.

Significant Themes

• The widening gap between skilled and unskilled Duelists due to the introduction of new summoning methods (Link Summoning).
• The power of teamwork and communication in tag-team duels.

Character Interactions

• Akuro and Hara Shichi work seamlessly together, setting up combos and finishing moves without explicit communication.
• Ryan and Mary learn to communicate and work together during their duel.
• Ryan and Mary offer their blessings to Akuro and Hara Shichi, acknowledging their bond.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sera and Julie, as Daedalus and Icarus, win second place with 23 Heart Gems.
• Hara Shichi and Akro, as Akro and Natsukawa Yui, win first place with 32 Heart Gems.
• The top four couples proceed to the semifinals.

Character Developments

• Hara Shichi and Akro's relationship improves through dueling together.
• Natsukawa Yui, watching the competition on TV, decides to consider Akro's proposal to live together temporarily.
• Crimson Lotus and Shigure, on a mission in the Royal Capital, spot familiar faces on TV.

Significant Themes

• The impact of same-sex couples on society and children, as seen through the host's reaction to Nero and Yukikaze.
• The importance of communication and understanding in relationships, as seen through Yui's conversation with her friend.

Character Interactions

• Hara Shichi and Akro work well together as a team in the competition.
• Yui and her friend discuss Yui's relationship with Akro.
• Crimson Lotus and Shigure share a moment of recognition while on a mission.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hara Shichi and Akro's duel continues, with Hara using Marincess and Madolche archetypes, while Akro uses Gorgonic and Cyberse monsters.
• Hara Shichi demonstrates a fast combo, using Marincess - Pudding Princess Chocolat-a-la-Mode, Mewfeuille Castle, Marincess - Teacher Miel, and Marincess - Rookie Tart.
• Akro attempts to disrupt Hara's combo but is countered with hand traps like Ash Blossom & Joyous Spring and Madolche Promenade.
• Akro uses Phantom Knights of the Burning Phoenix and Zanji Keibu to defeat Hara Shichi.

Character Developments

• Hara Shichi shows off his expertise with Marincess and Madolche archetypes, using them to counter Akro's strategies.
• Akro demonstrates his understanding of Hara's combos and counters them effectively.
• Both duelists exhibit impressive skill and resourcefulness.

Significant Themes

• The importance of understanding one's opponent's strategies to counter them effectively.
• The use of hand traps and counter strategies to disrupt an opponent's combo.
• The power of teamwork and communication, as seen in Hara Shichi and Akro's partnership.

Character Interactions

• Hara Shichi and Akro engage in a back-and-forth duel, with each duelist countering the other's strategies.
• Hara Shichi and Akro discuss strategies and combos, showing mutual respect for each other's skills.
• Hara Shichi and Akro's duel is watched by the audience, who discuss the duelists' skills and strategies.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Julie activates Zombie Necromancy's effect, increasing its level and summoning Vampire Lord.
• Nero summons Chaos MAX Dragon in response.
• Julie uses Vampire Fraulein to redirect Chaos MAX Dragon's attack.
• Nero summons Hane-Kujaku, the Soulbird God, but Julie negates its effect with Effect Veiler.
• Nero attempts to summon Unicore of the Ice Barrier, but Julie banishes it with Vampire Lord's effect.
• Sera banishes her own Vampire Sucker to prepare for her turn.
• Sera activates Raigeki, destroying all monsters on Nero's field except Chaos MAX Dragon.

Character Developments

• Julie demonstrates strategic thinking and quick decision-making.
• Nero shows calm composure under pressure and uses her monsters' effects wisely.
• Sera reveals confidence and assertiveness, hinting at a powerful play.

Significant Themes

• Strategic planning and adaptability in dueling.
• The power of teamwork and communication in tag dueling.
• The importance of understanding and utilizing monster effects.

Character Interactions

• Julie and Sera work together, with Julie providing strategic advice and Sera executing powerful moves.
• Nero remains calm and composed, responding to Julie and Sera's moves with her own strategies.
• The audience below reacts to the duel, expressing confusion, excitement, and anticipation.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sera activates various HERO monsters' effects, including Phantom HERO - The Phantom Knights of Justice, Phantom HERO - Amplify, Phantom HERO - Bionic, and Destiny HERO - Shadow Mist, to build her combo.
• Sera uses Mask Change to summon Masked HERO Dark Law, surprising the audience.
• Sera fuses Elemental HERO Bubbleman and Destiny HERO - Denier to summon Elemental HERO Sunrise, then uses its effect to add Miracle Fusion from her Deck.
• Sera fuses Destiny HERO - Denier and Destiny HERO - Malicious to summon Destiny HERO - Dystopia, inflicting 1100 LP damage to Nero.
• Sera fuses Elemental HERO Bubbleman and Phantom HERO - Bionic to summon Elemental HERO Absolute Zero.
• Sera attacks Nero directly with multiple HERO monsters, winning the duel.

Character Developments

• Sera demonstrates her proficiency and confidence with her HERO Deck, completing a complex combo in a short time.
• Nero shows resilience and sportsmanship by asking Sera to continue the duel despite being at a disadvantage.

Significant Themes

• The power of HERO archetypes and their combos.
• The determination and resilience of Duelists, as seen in Sera and Nero.

Character Interactions

• Sera and Nero duel, with Sera ultimately emerging victorious.
• Akro and Hara Shichi discuss Hara Shichi's status as a commoner and his Deck-building process.
• The audience reacts to Sera's powerful HERO monsters and her wealthy background.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sera and Julie switch positions, with Sera now facing Hara Shichi directly.
• Hara Shichi and Akro also switch positions, with Akro going first.
• Akro uses his Zanji Deck to Special Summon multiple Link Monsters, catching Sera off guard.

Character Developments

• Sera shows arrogance and confidence but also a hint of nervousness when facing an unfamiliar Deck.
• Akro demonstrates his strategic prowess and adaptability, using his Zanji Deck effectively despite choosing to go first.

Significant Themes

• The theme of adaptability and strategy in Dueling is highlighted as both Sera and Akro adjust their plans.
• The power of teamwork and understanding one's partner, shown by Hara Shichi and Akro's seamless switch in positions.

Character Interactions

• Sera and Julie interact, showing a friendly rivalry as they discuss their strategies and switch positions.
• Hara Shichi and Akro display a strong bond and understanding, switching positions without any issue.
• Sera and Akro engage in a tense exchange, with Akro's unexpected strategies catching Sera off guard.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Akro uses a Link Summon, Xyz Summon, and Synchro Summon combo, ending with Assault Wyvern on the field.
• Sera draws Raigeki but can't use it due to Akro's triple negate Xyz monsters.
• Sera pays 8000 LP to Special Summon Elemental HERO Sky Guardian, but Akro negates it with Ash Blossom & Joyous Spring.
• Sera attempts to Normal Summon Sky Guardian, but Akro negates its effect using Zanji Keibu's effect from the Graveyard.
• Sera fuses Destiny HERO - Dystopia.

Character Developments

• Akro demonstrates his strategic prowess and control over the duel, using various summoning methods and effects to maintain advantage.
• Sera shows determination and adaptability, trying different strategies despite facing strong opposition.

Significant Themes

• The power of combination and synergy in Yu-Gi-Oh! dueling, with Akro's monsters supporting each other's effects.
• The importance of understanding one's opponent's deck and strategy, with Sera struggling due to lack of information about Akro's deck.

Character Interactions

• Akro and Sera engage in a tense duel, with Akro maintaining a calm and confident demeanor while Sera becomes increasingly frustrated.
• Julie supports Sera, encouraging her to make her own decisions in the duel.
• Hara Shichi and Ai provide commentary, explaining rules and effects to the audience.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Sera uses Dystopia's effect to target Negate in Akro's Graveyard, dealing 1100 LP damage.
• Sera uses Negate, Malicious, and Cross Crusader to Link Summon Elemental HERO Fear Crusher.
• Hara Shichi uses Book of Moon to turn Dystopia face-down and Special Summons Dinowrestler Pankratops.
• Hara Shichi Normal Summons Madolche Puddingscess and Madolche Owl, then Link Summons Knightmare Unicorn.
• Hara Shichi Link Summons Accesscode Talker, boosting its ATK using Unicorn's Link Rating.
• Hara Shichi uses Accesscode Talker's effect to destroy Fear Crusher and Dystopia on Sera's field.

Character Developments

• Sera shows strategic prowess and adaptability in her dueling, using her monsters' effects effectively.
• Hara Shichi demonstrates his ability to read the situation and adjust his strategy accordingly, choosing to summon Accesscode Talker instead of pursuing a Madolche combo.

Significant Themes

• Adaptability and strategic thinking in dueling.
• The importance of understanding and utilizing monster effects.
• The impact of Link Monsters on the dueling landscape.

Character Interactions

• Sera and Hara Shichi engage in a tense and strategic duel, with both showing impressive skill and adaptability.
• Ai encourages Hara Shichi to attack Sera directly with Accesscode Talker.
• Akro and Hara Shichi work together as a tag team, with Akro providing support and Hara Shichi handling the main dueling strategy.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hara Shichi and Akro win the Qixi Festival Couple Doubles Tournament.
• Crimson Lotus apprehends an Anti-Duelist Alliance member and receives a new card from her captain, Shigure.
• Xifeng, an executive of the Anti-Duelist Alliance, is cornered by Crimson Lotus. They begin a duel.
• Crimson Lotus uses "Nibiru, the Primal Being" to wipe out Xifeng's monsters.
• Crimson Lotus explains her motivation for becoming a duelist and draws two cards using "Pot of Desires and Greed," then Special Summons "Mecha-Phantom Beast Yamata Dragon."

Character Developments

• Crimson Lotus shows her determination and resilience in dueling, despite her physical limitations.
• Xifeng reveals his past connection with Crimson Lotus and his reasons for joining the Anti-Duelist Alliance (though not explicitly stated, it's hinted at).
• Shigure shows trust in Crimson Lotus by lending her a new card.

Significant Themes

• The power of determination and will in dueling (Crimson Lotus's resolve).
• The consequences of defying expectations and challenging the status quo (Xifeng's actions).
• The bond between duelists and the trust between teammates (Shigure lending Crimson Lotus a card).

Character Interactions

• Crimson Lotus and Xifeng's duel reveals their shared history and differing views on dueling.
• Crimson Lotus and Shigure's interaction shows trust and mutual respect.
• The host and audience interact with Hara Shichi and Akro, celebrating their victory.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Crimson Lotus tames the Crimson Lotus Beast to borrow its power.
• She defeats Xifeng, who surrenders and is taken away by a member of the "Blank Card" department.
• Avis Cloud, the Chief Executive Officer of the Duelist Alliance, appears and challenges Crimson Lotus to a duel.
• Crimson Lotus loses the duel and faints.

Character Developments

• Crimson Lotus shows her determination and skill as a duelist, even when facing powerful opponents.
• Xifeng surrenders and is taken away, hinting at his past and possible future actions.
• Avis Cloud is introduced as a formidable duelist and the leader of the Duelist Alliance.
• Muzi, a member of the Duelist Alliance, is shown to be suspicious of Crimson Lotus.

Significant Themes

• The power of determination and will in dueling.
• The consequences of surrender and defeat in duels.
• The importance of trust and suspicion in alliances and organizations.

Character Interactions

• Crimson Lotus and Xifeng's duel ends with Xifeng's surrender and Crimson Lotus's victory.
• Crimson Lotus and Avis Cloud's duel ends with Crimson Lotus's defeat and fainting.
• Crimson Lotus and Muzi have a tense interaction, with Muzi suspicious of Crimson Lotus's Duel Disk.
• Hara Shichi and Akro have a conversation about dueling and the path to becoming the Duel King.
• Gu Liangxun challenges Hara Shichi to a duel, hinting at her role as a mentor and opponent.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Hara Shichi and Gu Liangxun discuss their upcoming duel.
• Gu Liangxun challenges Hara Shichi, handing him a challenge letter with the time and place: the next day at 5:20 PM, in front of the Blue-Eyes White Dragon statue in the Academy Plaza.
• The news of their duel spreads throughout the academy, attracting many onlookers.

Character Developments

• Gu Liangxun shows respect for Hara Shichi's strength as a Duelist, acknowledging that he is on a different level than ordinary students.
• Hara Shichi remains humble and unassuming despite his achievements.

Significant Themes

• The importance of respecting and learning from stronger Duelists, regardless of their age or external identity.
• The excitement and anticipation surrounding a high-stakes duel.

Character Interactions

• Hara Shichi and Gu Liangxun engage in a brief, respectful conversation about their upcoming duel.
• A student approaches Gu Liangxun to confirm the duel and ask about the location, demonstrating the widespread interest in their match.
• Hara Shichi and his friends discuss the challenge letter and the location of the duel in their activity room.