Yu-Gi-Oh!: Starting with an Underworld Deck, Depressing the World

"I'm not just making things up."

Jiang He shook his head and said.

"But I had a vague feeling long ago that Professor Banner's condition seemed somewhat unlike that of an ordinary person."

"After attending several of his alchemy classes, I'm absolutely certain that Professor Banner's current body is very likely a product of alchemy!"

Jiang He simply found a suitable reason to cover up how he had come to the discovery.

After all, he couldn't very well say that he knew the situation.

"You figured it out in your alchemy class...?"

In an instant, Alexis Rhodes, who had been listening attentively to Jiang He's analysis, along with Bastion Misawa, Chazz Princeton, and the others, all looked at Jiang He with blank expressions, as if to say, "Are you kidding me?"

They all immediately wanted to complain.

You were clearly daydreaming or sleeping during class every time!

"Ahem, the essence of alchemy is that the upper realm contains things that already exist in the lower realm, and the lower realm contains things that already exist in the upper realm."

Jiang He suddenly thought of this rather awkward question, and he coughed and blurted out two vaguely remembered "mysterious" words.

"In short, it's similar to the [Polymerization] Spell Card in a duel, Polymerization two weak monsters into a powerful monster, making something ordinary perfect!"

He (Zhao Liaohao) even went so far as to use his extensive knowledge of plot to give an example of how he defeated Alexis Rhodes and Bastion Misawa, who also didn't know much about alchemy...

"Huh? So the process of using the [Polymerization] Spell Card is also a kind of alchemy. No wonder there's a course on alchemy taught by Professor Banner at the Duel Academy." As a Jaden Yuki, Jaden Yuki couldn't help but feign surprise and play along with Jiang He's act.

Upon hearing this, Alexis Rhodes, Bastion Misawa, Kaiser Zane Truesdale, and the others were somewhat taken aback and began to believe what Jiang He had just said! If Jiang He really did have some understanding of alchemy, then what he had just said—that Professor Banner's current body was a product of alchemy—sounded rather far-fetched.

It's very likely true!

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Chapter 194 The Last Seven Shadow Riders! [Please Subscribe]

"Could it be that Professor Banner is the last Shadow Duel of the Shadow Riders Dark Force?!" Bastion Misawa guessed in disbelief.

Learning from the mistakes of those foolish thieves, the Dark Scorpion Burglars infiltrated the Duel Academy a year in advance, posing as Slifer Red Students or administrators... Whether it was Bastion Misawa, or Chazz Princeton and Kaiser Zane Truesdale, they all infiltrated the academy on their first attempt!

That's when I thought of this possibility!

Only Jaden Yuki, Syrus Truesdale, and Chumley still harbored a deep-seated reluctance to accept it.

But they also clearly began to believe it.

"In short, let's go back and get some sleep first, then confront Professor Banner and ask him what's going on," Jiang He said lazily, glancing at the sky that was already starting to lighten.

Another day of playing cards all night.

And this time they completely wiped out that unlucky old bastard, Titan.

Jiang He said that nothing is more important now than going back to get a good night's sleep.

If there's a way, it's to invite someone to warm the bed and sleep together...!

Hearing Jiang He's words, the others nodded with still somewhat solemn expressions. If Professor Banner was indeed the last Shadow Riders Dark Duelists, then even if they wanted to force him to reveal his true colors, they would need to do so after recovering their strength.

After all, Shadow Duel could be necessary at any moment!

After returning to his luxurious cottage, Jiang He, with the little Sphere Kuriboh perched on his shoulder, went straight back to his room to sleep in.

As for Alexis Rhodes, since her brother had just regained his memory, she accompanied Atticus Rhodes to the infirmary to have a check-up with Teacher Kawa.

Let's see if there are any other problems. "Huh?"

Just as Jiang He returned to his room and was taking a good nap, the vampire maid Camula, who was miserably starting to do housework, suddenly let out a soft exclamation.

As if sensing something, they looked towards the living room door.

Then she glanced cautiously at the far end of the living room, towards the staircase leading to the second-floor bedroom inside the (bafc) building.

After hesitating for a moment, Camula cautiously opened the door and headed towards a grove of trees not far from the Slifer Red Dormitory!

She had just heard a call from the Shadow Riders Dark Force.

Clearly, she has allies from the Shadow Riders Dark Forces who are specifically calling for her!

What Camula didn't notice was that the moment she opened the door and went out...

A female assassin phantom, shrouded in a black robe, immediately sensed something and appeared in the living room.

Watching the direction Camula had left in, he silently transformed into a shadow and secretly followed from a distance.

A moment later.

Camula quickly arrived at the shadowy grove of trees not far from the Slifer Red Dormitory. She looked around warily and called out, "Camula out, I'm here!"

Almost the instant Camula finished speaking, a figure dressed in ancient style, wearing a gray cloak covering his head, along with a black mask and a white cloth, appeared.

Then, following the sound, he suddenly appeared slowly from the shadows of the woods not far behind her. "Are you the last Shadow Duel of the Shadow Riders Stars?" Camula asked, frowning slightly in confusion as she saw the figure.

She couldn't sense much of a human presence from this figure.

Furthermore, there was absolutely no trace of the Duel Monsters Spirit.

It looked quite strange.

"Hmph, that's right. I am your last remaining companion as one of the Shadow Riders, and also the strongest alchemist of this century."

The figure, shrouded in a large gray cloak and dressed in retro attire, making it impossible to discern their true appearance, spoke confidently to Camula. "The strongest alchemist...?"

After muttering something in surprise, Camula went straight to the point and asked the other person the main question.

"So why did you come to see me? I've taken a huge risk by coming out like this!" Camula's face showed a frustrated and annoyed expression when she mentioned the risk. If that cunning brat Jiang He found out, who knew what kind of trouble he would cause her this time.

It was already difficult enough to make a vampire maid who hated the sun sunbathe with her!

The reason she came out was entirely because she was thinking about this last Shadow Riders Dark Duelists and the person behind the Shadow Riders Dark Force.

We need to get her out of this "suffering" life as soon as possible, and escape from that wretched little devil.

"My purpose in seeking you out is quite simple: I hope you can steal the Spirit Keys that Jiang He possesses and hand it over to me," the figure in the gray cloak stated directly.

"However, the Spirit Keys can only be used to unlock the seven Gate of the Shadow Riders seals of the Sacred Beasts after absorbing enough power through the Shadow Duel," Camula immediately raised her question.

Even if I stole it and gave it to you, it probably wouldn't be of much use, right?

"Besides, stealing from that brat isn't an easy task."

She had absolutely no idea that she could steal the Spirit Keys, which was hanging as a pendant, from Jiang He.

The risks of doing this are simply too great.

If the failure is discovered, one might be sealed away forever in that terrifying Darkness Card.

Even if Camula did want to escape from Jiang He's clutches, he was unwilling to take such a big risk.

And there's clearly not much of a success rate.

Chapter 195 Camula's Unlucky Time [Please Subscribe]

"No, while the key to the Gate of the Shadow Riders can indeed only be unlocked through Shadow Duel and by absorbing enough power, and it must be held by someone who has stayed in this Duel Academy for a long time, possesses sufficient dueling strength, and has been recognized by the aura of the Gate of the Shadow Riders's seal," the figure shrouded in a gray cloak explained calmly and methodically in response to Camula's question.

"However, besides the seven chosen by Chancellor Sheppard Jiang He, there were one or two other options for who could hold this power at the beginning." Hearing this, Camula suddenly understood.

"So, you mean we hand the key to that person and engage in Shadow Duel to reduce the difficulty of breaking the seal?" Camula asked immediately. "Exactly!"

The cold, masked figure, shrouded in a gray cloak, nodded slightly and spoke.

"So if you can steal the Spirit Keys from Jiang He and help that person successfully break the seal on the Sacred Beasts, then with the power of the Sacred Beasts, he can also fulfill your wish to escape from the Darkness Card and resurrect your fellow vampires." "This..." Camula's face immediately showed a hesitant and difficult expression.

While she was sunbathing yesterday morning, she noticed a mark on Jiang He's wrist that exuded divine power.

As people chosen by God, they must possess some special abilities.

Camula wasn't very confident that he could steal the key from Jiang He.

"So, you're no longer willing to leave Jiang He's side, Camula?" the gray-cloaked figure provoked.

"How could that be!" Camula immediately replied, her eyes blazing with murderous intent.

"..." Upon seeing Camula's overreaction, the figure in the gray cloak couldn't help but sweat a bead.

I really wanted to complain!

Just how much trouble did Jiang He do to Camula to make this woman so resentful and angry?!

"Then, while Jiang He is asleep, whatever method you use to approach him, the task of stealing the Spirit Keys is entrusted to you." The figure in the gray cloak coughed almost imperceptibly as he spoke, then slowly disappeared in a ripple-like pattern amidst a cluster of unique green alchemical symbols.

"Damn it! I have to do all this at a time like this!" Camula muttered inwardly, somewhat annoyed.

However, this seems to be her only way to escape the seal of the Darkness Card.

With that in mind, Camula had no choice but to return to the luxurious cabin!

Unbeknownst to her, not only had a shadowy figure ahead of her secretly slipped away and returned, but the grey-cloaked figure that had seemed to have already left from the shadows of the woods behind her also quickly reappeared from behind a large tree after she had left...

Looking in the direction Camula had left, he slowly muttered to himself, "Consider this the only gift I can think of for you while my alchemical body can barely hold on for a few more days, Jiang He Hexue."

"This is also a prepayment for helping you solve any potential problems that might arise later." After all, having a student with a penchant for petty theft and a rather perverse sense of humor is quite a headache...

He didn't think Jiang He would agree to help unless he offered some benefit in exchange.

And seemingly tricking Camula into stealing the Spirit Keys was part of his plan.

As for any tangible reward, such as money or funds, as a loyal cat owner, he's already spent all his salary on cat food...

Inside the living room of the luxury cottage.

After returning home, Camula was pacing back and forth in front of the living room sofa, completely unaware that she was being secretly followed!

Her face was filled with conflicting thoughts. How could she approach Jiang He and obtain the Spirit Keys that hung as a pendant? (Requesting flowers...)

While soaking in the Jiang He Onsen bathhouse?

She would always wait by the hot spring with things like juice and towels.

However, Camula quickly rejected his idea.

Even when taking a bath, Jiang He wouldn't let her hold the pendant.

And even if she were allowed to have it, she wouldn't dare to steal it openly or secretly!

Otherwise, those three damned, sly, and mischievous Ojama Trio would definitely be watching her and tattling on her!

In particular, that Sphere Kuriboh is quite sensitive to evil intentions.

It seems the best solution is to take advantage of the fact that Jiang He is still asleep.

Camula thought to himself.

If she had been more careful, she might have been able to cut the rope Spirit Keys with force.

Then take it immediately.

After Camula had mentally prepared herself thoroughly, she carefully entered the master bedroom on the second floor.

Soon they saw Jiang He still fast asleep, soundly asleep.

The Sphere Kuriboh- shaped shadow lay not far from the pillow, resembling a small brownish-red ball.