Annex Roof
Yugi still couldn’t grasp why the other version of himself reacted the way he did while Mektaveus was now hanging back to let the little guy’s friends help him.
“Yugi, are you okay?” Tea asked concerned.
“I just don’t get it.” Yugi responded. “This duel wasn’t like out first with Kaiba. There was nothing on the line for us, so it was for fun on our end.”
“What do you make of this, Sunset?” Joey asked.
“Yugi.” Sunset stated drawing his attention. “How exactly did this other version of yourself feel upon losing?”
“He felt a lot of things.” Yugi responded. “Disappointed in himself for failing. Worried something was going to happen. Shocked that he lost. The willingness to do anything for victory. Even knowing that, I can’t see why he would feel any of that.”
“I’m not even sure having only one negative emotion in response would allow us to help him.” Sunset muttered to herself before thinking about it for a moment. “I think the only way you could understand is by managing to speak with him.”
“How do I do that?” Yugi wanted to help this other version of himself, but he didn’t know how to speak with him. “Aside from us being separated during a Shadow Game, this is the first time I’ve truly noticed him.”
“Bakura, do you know anything that could help us?” Tristan asked.
“I don’t know if I’m the person to ask.” Bakura responded. “From what I’ve seen, Yugi’s connection with his other self is better than what I’ve ever had with the other me.” He looked at his Millennium Ring. “Honestly, it was never me initiating any form of communication.”
“Hm.” Sunset crossed her arms. “Taking everything into account, I can only come to one conclusion. Whatever magic bound another Yugi to the Millennium Puzzle isn’t strong enough to sustain a connection normally at this point.
Potentially, it might never have if not for that other Bakura separating the two and/or this event happening. Regardless, if, and that’s a big if, this magic works anything like the magic I’ve dealt with prior, then it stands to reason it’s not finite.”
“You’ve lost me.” Joey stated.
“What I’m saying is, moments like these might have jumpstarted a period of growth.” Sunset responded. “Dueling might just be the way to enhance this considering the other Yugi tends to appear when our Yugi gets into a duel.”
“That means all I need to do is get into a duel, and it might bring out that other Yugi.” Yugi noted. “At the very least, it could give me the chance to talk with him.”
“If that’s all he needs, I’ll take Yugi on right now.” Joey declared.
“Hold on a minute.” Sunset spoke up. “This is only a running theory, but if it’s the one we decide to go with, I’m not sure dueling any of us would work.”
“What do you mean by that?” Tristan asked.
“This other version of Yugi has always appeared when something was on the line.” Sunset responded. “The only exception is this last duel with Kaiba; however, one could argue this other Yugi viewed that duel as important to our Yugi.”
“Even after hearing all of this, I can’t say I understand much of what you’re all saying.” Mektaveus chimed in as he now joined them. “From what I am able to understand, can’t Yugi just feel this duel with any of you is important?”
“Perhaps before he could, but it probably isn’t going to work now.” Sunset reasoned. “Firstly, this other Yugi has never come out when any of us dueled him prior. Secondly, this loss here has impacted him to the point some random duel likely wouldn’t cut it.”
“I think Sunset might be onto something.” Yugi stated. “I need a duel with real stakes.” He turned to face the castle. “There’s only one place left on the island that I could get one.”
“We do all have our star chips, and I don’t think there’ll be anyone else to prevent us from entering.” Sunset noted.
“I sure hope there aren’t.” Joey declared.
At this point, all the group could do was enter the castle. Even with most of what they talked about practically being theory, it was the best they had. Ultimately, even if it proved untrue, dueling inside or outside the castle only made a marginal difference.
Pegasus Room
Pegasus was putting the final card within his specially created deck. Since Kaiba had achieved such a come from behind victory, he might as well honor that with the unveiling of what the winner of this tournament would have to contend with.
With the final card in place, his eyes drifted to a letter. leaned up against the wall behind his desk. A stack of white construction paper, roughly the size of duel monster cards, sat in front of it. The letter and images on the construction paper were all done in crayon.
“While this deck has been filled out throughout this competition, a few of your cards were the first I ever made for it, Jaden Yuki.” Pegasus smiled. “Your drawings were crude, but the passion you have for this game I modernized was clear to me.
Once I have my beloved back, I’ll give you a proper deck created from these designs.” His eyes flicked to a nearby monitor as he spotted Kaiba walking along his castle halls. “Before that, there is much I must achieve.”
He left his room with the completed deck.
Courtyard
The entire group made it back to the doors, at the top of the steps, before entering them to move into the courtyard. Just ahead there was the entrance to the castle with Kemo standing guard. What they hadn’t noticed was someone entering behind them until she spoke up.
“Looks like the last of you got their star chips.” Mai stated.
She was referring to Joey since Mektaveus obviously hadn’t been traveling with them when the others saw her last night. Upon hearing her, everyone looked behind them.
“It’s Mai.” Tea stated.
“Mai?” Mektaveus’ eyes narrowed. “Wait, she’s that Harpie user who cheated during the four way duel with me, Sunset, and Arctic.” That prior point was spoken with annoyance, but he soon shifted to anger. “She was also the one who cheated my bud out of this competition.”
Again, Mektaveus didn’t care that his friend lost since that was simply part of the game. Being cheated was a whole other matter. While he still intended to have words with the guy about losing to cheater, it didn’t change the fact that Mai cheated him out in the first place.
“Well, you’re not wrong.” Mai retorted. “Truth is, I made mistakes and didn’t see them as such even after that four way duel. Then, Sunset gave me another lesson on what being a duelist should mean.” She presented eight star chips in addition to the ten in her gauntlet.
“That’s why I spent all of today earning my eight star chips the right way even if none of you believe that. While it can’t erase how I beat your friend, you’re welcome to have his two star chips back at the very least.”
“I don’t want his star chips because that does little good now.” Mektaveus declared firmly. “After hearing what you said, I want proof.” He held out his fist. “I’ll be watching how you duel, and that will tell me the truth.”
“Very well.” Mai crossed her arms. “If any of us want to duel or potentially see a specific duel, we’ll need to head in.”
“She’s right about that.” Sunset started running. “Let’s go everyone.”
The others followed her.
“Race ya, Joey.” Tristan called out.
“You’re on.” Joey declared.
“I’ll beat both of you.” Mektaveus added.
Despite the situation with his other self, Yugi hadn’t forgotten why he was here in the first place. “I’m coming, Grandpa.”
Kemo stopped the group at the door since he remembered Yugi, Joey, and Sunset quite vividly from their last encounter involving Mokuba. “Oh no, there’s no way you three brat earned ten star chips each, and these other contestants couldn’t have done it either if they’re with you.”
“Oh boy.” Tea commented.
“All of you, get lost.” Kemo declared. “This isn’t some club house. It’s a place reserved for the dueling elite.”
“Then what are you doing here?” Sunset smirked. “Back when Yugi challenged you to a duel, you pawned him off on another opponent. Doesn’t sound that elite, huh Mai?”
“No, it doesn’t.” Mai showed her gauntlet. “Even if he’s security, he doesn’t have ten star chips like any of us either.”
Yugi, Joey, Sunset, and Mektaveus joined her in showing their full gauntlets as well which shocked Kemo.
“Would you mind telling housekeeping I like my pillows extra fluffy?” Joey asked with a chuckle as he walked on by
“Have whatever servants this place has bring us your finest sodas.” Mektaveus added on with his own chuckle as he joined the guy.
“I’d personally like a cooler of six.” Sunset piled on as she joined them.
“You’re a doll.” Mai commented as she and Yugi walked past him.
The five duelists removed their star chips and slid them into a receptacle embedded in the side of the doorway. A mini screen flashed the number ten five times before the door opened admitting them. Kemo was going to close it until he noticed Tea, Bakura, and Tristan move to join them.
“No, you don’t.” Kemo moved between the group entering, and the three attempting to enter after them. “You three didn’t even have dueling gauntlets.”
“But you have to let us in.” Tea declared. “We’re the cheerleaders.”
“Cheer what?” Kemo was angry. “What do you losers think this is!? A high school football game!? No star chips, no…”
He was interrupted by Mektaveus slamming him, at an angel, from behind sending the guard flying off the stairs. “Cheese it!”
Everyone ran on in as Kemo recovered. “Hey, stop!” He was now back on his feet and running to the door. “I already had to let in one non-competitor, but you three aren’t…”
Before he could catch them, the entire group slammed the doors closed themselves.
Joey then latched it shut. “That’s that.”
“There’s no time to waste.” Yugi declared before running.
“You heard the man.” Joey stated as the group ran after him. “Let’s go.”
It wasn’t long before they heard a familiar voice.
“How’d he make it this far?” Thunder called out. “I thought you said he’d been reduced to two star chips like me.”
“He was.” Arctic responded. “He must have been successful in finding opponents where we failed.”
The group ran into the dining room where they found Arctic and Thunder standing with some girl, Sonata, they’d never seen before. They stood across from a guy, Luthor, they’d also never seen before. The Gladiator Beast user was leaning back in a chair with his feet on the table.
“Gah, that’s just unfair!” Thunder shouted while rubbing his hair. “I worked so hard.”
“From my experience, the ones who complain are often the weakest.” Luthor commented simply. “No wonder you only have two star chips.”
“Why you.” Thunder stated angrily.
Arctic stepped between them while shooting Luthor a firm glare. “Don’t insult my brother.”
“Is it really an insult when the facts are plain to see.” Luthor held up his gauntlet. “Those with an empty gauntlet had their ten star chips, yet your brother still has two in his gauntlet. It’s clear as day that he’s got no skill.”
“I say my brother is a strong duelist.” Arctic retorted. “Since it seems you like to think your words carry weight simply through getting in here, my words should carry more for the simple fact that I beat you earlier.”
Internally, Luthor was enjoying the fact that this duelist believed him to be that weak. It’d make the look on his face more priceless when he saw the Gladiator Beasts user’s real deck.
Externally, he kept a straight face. “Saying your brother is strong doesn’t mean anything compared to the facts. Your brother failed. Hey, at least he stayed on the island. Guess that makes him a second-rate duelist compared to all the third-rate duelists that couldn’t cut it.”
Before Arctic could speak up, Thunder moved around him. “You have no idea how skilled I am until we actually duel.” He pulled out his deck box. “Why don’t you put your words into practice?”
At that moment, the rest of the group burst into the room.
“What the heck is going on here?” Joey asked.
The four people in the room looked at the group with Arctic and Thunder happy to see all the familiar faces. Luthor managed to cast a seemingly lazy gaze on the new arrivals while critically looking over Yugi Muto and Sunset Shimmer given Dartz’ inherent interest in their power.
Then, there was Sonata who at first took in the group with a rather surprised look at just how many of them there were. Then, her gaze focused on Sunset as her heart skipped a beat, eyes went wide, and she began shaking.
“It can’t be…” Sonata thought terrified.
For a split second, Sonata was standing in a field with her sisters. All three wore medieval finery, and it was nighttime as a thunderstorm raged overhead. Lighting flashed across the sky illuminating the field showing their opposition. She looked just like Sunset save the attire.
It was medieval as well while consisting of black pants, navy blue boots with light red trim, a long-sleeved, navy-blue top with light red accents, and a matching cape. She glowed white, and the three sister could see the silhouette of Shining Flame Wingman appear behind her.
Sonata was snapped out of her memory by Arctic shaking and calling her name “…Sonata!?” She blinked and looked around the room noting that everyone, including Sunset, was looking at her. “Are you okay?”
Sonata couldn’t speak as her gaze turned to Sunset one more. At this point, her breathing quickened with her rising heartbeat, and she just had to get out of there. She stepped back from Arctic’s grasp before sprinting from the room terrified.
In the moment, Arctic was just stunned to the point he couldn’t even yell. “Sonata?”
Luthor looked after his fellow employee, but he made no move to go after her. As for Arctic, even if he’s barely known her a day, this reaction was unlike Sonata. No one else really knew how to react to what just happened.
Thunder was a bit stunned himself. “What do we do Arctic?”
That question snapped Arctic into action. “We’re going after her.”
With that proclamation, the brothers left the room after her leaving everyone else behind.
“What just happened?” Tristan asked confused.
“I’m not sure.” Tea voiced concerned for that poor girl. “She looked terrified though.”
“You’re not that far off Tea.” Mektaveus answered. “I’ve seen that back home. It’s a panic attack; episodes of intense fear that can trigger severe, physical reactions.”
“It seemed to occur because of me.” Sunset stated concerned yet confused. “She focused on me before sprinting out of here.”
“Think it might have something to do with what happened prior to your move to Japan?” Yugi questioned not wanting to say everything with all the extra people around.
“It can’t be because of that.” Sunset responded. “I’ve never even seen that girl before, so she couldn’t have been affected by it.”
Sunset wouldn’t deny the possibility that Anon-a-Miss leaking secrets might cause a case like this, but that girl is a complete mystery to her. She never once saw her around Canterlot High.
“It doesn’t have to be Sunset as the direct cause.” Mektaveus voiced. “Panic attacks happen when there’s no real danger or apparent cause. They can come from what someone wears, any colors on their person, or perhaps you just remind her of someone from her past.”
“At this point, those two seem to know her on some level.” Bakura stated. “It’s probably best if we leave them to it.”
“Welcome finalist.” At that moment, Croquet walked into the room. “I am Croquet, chief tournament liaison. Congratulations to all that have made it this far. Beyond that, I am seeking all of you, who are within the castle, out to inform you of a special entertainment. An exhibition match which I think all of you will be in awe over.”
“Basically, Pegasus is putting on a duel meant to intimidate us.” Mai summed up.
“Why would Pegasus do something like that?” Croquet asked.
“Because he’s a nutcase.” Joey retorted.
Mektaveus looked from the group to Croquet. “When there’s time, I’ll need to ask about this apparent beef that have with Pegasus.”
After everything he’d been through with this group, he knew they had to have their reasons for disliking Pegasus. He likely wouldn’t doubt whatever they told him, but he wanted to be filled in.
“All of you who are interested may come with me.” Croquet walked off. “Some of your other competitors are already there as well; however, we have confirmed that the only other two duelists with ten star chips are still making their way here.
Luthor got up from his chair and stuck his hands in the pocket of his coat as he was the first to follow Croquet without a word. The rest of the group looked amongst themselves before following him.
Hallways
Sonata ran through the halls of the castle unable to get that image out of her head as she frantically looked all around her. No matter where she looked, that medieval version of Sunset was there. Not too far behind, Arctic and Thunder were attempting to find her.
“What was it about Sunset that made Sonata freak out like this?” Thunder questioned confused.
“I don’t know.” Arctic responded confused.
He dueled Sunset, in that four way, and she didn’t seem like the type who could inspire utter terror like what Sonata was going through. It just didn’t make sense. Eventually, the brothers found Sonata sitting in a corner and breathing heavily.
“Thunder stay back.” Arctic stated. “Too many people approaching her at once isn’t likely to help.” Thunder nodded allowing his brother to approach and get on his knees next to the girl before laying a hand on her shoulder. “Sonata?”
She was looking beyond him and panting as her heart bumped rapidly within her chest.
“This is bad.” Arctic thought worriedly. “What do I do? What did mom do when we woke up from a nightmare?”
That line of thinking gave him an idea. He carefully sat down next to Sonata and gently ran his hand through her hair in a soothing motion. His mother used to run her hand along his or Thunder’s hair when they had a nightmare, so he could only hope this would work.
It seemed to as Sonata’s breathing and heart began to calm. Eventually, she stopped looking beyond them and saw the brothers while take deep, calming breaths. After a few minutes of this, Sonata seemed back in control, so Arctic stopped.
“Thank you… Arctic.” Sonata stated quietly yet genuinely.
“What happened back there, Sonata?” Arctic asked.
“That girl with the red and yellow hair…” Sonata couldn’t tell the full truth, so she’d merely say as much as possible. “…reminded me of someone from my past.” She shook her head. “Couldn’t be her. They were the same age, and this was long ago. That girl from my past terrifies me.”
“It’s okay to be afraid.” Arctic voiced genuinely.
“A couple of people I know wouldn’t say that.” Sonata stated.
She knew her sisters well enough to the point that she could say such a thing with certainty. Adagio and Aria would never say what Arctic just had. She also knew they didn’t feel the same way about that encounter as she did.
“Then, you’re around the wrong people.” Thunder decided now was the time to speak up. “Our mom always told us that courage isn’t the absence of fear. It’s facing what you fear despite that.”
“Though, I’m not sure what she’d have said had the topic of panic attacks came up.” Arctic stated. “If it makes you feel any better, we’ve met that girl, Sunset, before you, and she wasn’t terrifying.”
“I think I just need to remember that moving forward.” Sonata stated uncertainly. “In practice, I’m not sure it’ll work.”
“If that doesn’t work, then maybe knowing you aren’t alone here will.” Arctic offered.
“You don’t want me to leave?” Sonata questioned.
“That’d be scummy of my brother to do.” Thunder retorted. “He picks you up in the forest just to end up turning you away for something out of your control. Mom would pull on his ear and drag him around looking for you. In her place, I’ll gladly do it.”
“It’s not needed bro because I’m not sending her away.” Arctic stated. “Anyways, are you feeling okay now, Sonata?”
“I’m feeling better, but could we just stay here for a bit longer?” Sonata asked. “I don’t know if I’m quite ready to see Sunset right at this moment.”
“No problem.” Arctic stated.
Thunder plopped down on the floor near them and leaned back with his hands behind his head. “Being here beats seeing Luthor.” He scoffed. “Not like I doubted what you told me, but you guys were right. That guy sucks.”
Castle
The entire group that had been in the dining room followed Croquet up stars and down halls until they ended up on a balcony above a wide-open area. Bandit Keith, Shining Armor, and Weevil Underwood were already there.
“Hey, aren’t they…” Yugi began.
“It’s Shining Armor.” Sunset noted.
Shining Armor looked at the rather large group. “So, there is a lot more competition around.” He smiled genuinely. “This just got a lot more interesting.”
“Weevil Underwood…” Joey glared at him. “I can’t believe someone like him made it all the way here.”
“Joey Wheeler?” Weevil glanced at his empty gauntlet in confusion. “How did such a weak duelist ever earn ten-star chips?” He looked away. “Yugi Muto must have won them for him. At the very least, he’ll be easy should I have to face him again.”
“There’s Bandit Keith.” Mektaveus stated angrily. “I can’t stand that guy.”
“Well, what do you know.” Bandit Keith looked at the group with an amused smile. “If it isn’t big, tough Joey, all talk Mektaveus, and their band of merry, dueling dummies.”
“Your words mean nothing considering you had to trap us in cave.” Mektaveus crossed his arms. “In fact, all you’ve shown is that you’re a sore loser. Someone like you has no shot at beating Pegasus. Forget about even challenging anyone else here.”
“There’s more of your talk.” Keith retorted.
“Hold on a second.” Shining walked up to join the conversation. “Did you really trap this whole group in a cave?”
“What if I did?” Keith retorted with a smirk. “Pegasus has his cameras, so someone would have seen what I was doing; however, I was still let in here. That means it wasn’t against the rules.”
“Maybe it’s not against the rules, but it shows how far you’ve fallen.” Shining turned Keith around, firmly grabbed him by the vest, and pulled him in close to let him see the displeasure on his face. “I used to respect you as a duelist, but someone like you doesn’t deserve that. I don’t care what it takes. I’m going to let everyone know the type of person you are.”
“Good luck with that.” Keith smirked as he wretched himself free. “You have no proof, and I doubt Pegasus will be inclined to give you any meaning it’ll be your word against mine. If I were you, I’d concern myself with this tournament because you’re one of the people I’ll crush.”
“Will all of you be quiet!” Weevil spoke up as he focused on the floor below. “I don’t want to miss what is about to happen.” Everyone looked from him down to the bottom floor where they spotted Kaiba on a pathway. “This coming duel is something to observe closely.”
“Looks like Pegasus isn’t wasting any time in giving Kaiba the duel he promised.” Sunset noted.
“I’d hoped to get a crack at the old man myself, but you know what they say.” Keith smirked. “They save the best match for last.”
“In your dreams.” Mektaveus declared. “I’ll defeat you well before you ever get a chance at Pegasus.”
“I’m with him.” Shining stated. “If I face you first, or he can’t do it, I will.”
Shining and Mektaveus looked at one another and gave a nod of recognition that were officially united in assuring Bandit Keith was out of this tournament. Keith simply drew amusement from this as he was certain of his victory over anyone here.
Luthor had moved to lean against the back wall and observe everything taking place. “At least with all these grudges, it should push them to new heights throughout this tournament. Master Dartz will be pleased.”
Croquet had been silent up to this point, but he got confirmation over his ear piece provoking him to speak to the gathered people. “The match will begin shortly.” He walked away. “Enjoy it.”
At that, everyone turned their attention to the ground below.
Kaiba firmly gripped his pendant and closed his eyes. “Little brother, I’m here for you now.” He opened his eyes. “I won’t let anything stop me from rescuing you.” A door across the room opened revealing Pegasus flanked by two guards. “Where’s my brother?”
Mektaveus and Shining both took note of that question.
Pegasus walked on out. “What, no ‘hello’ or ‘how are you’? I thought we were friends, Kaiba-boy. Don’t tell me kidnapping Mokuba and seizing Kaiba Corp. has fractured that.” He stopped across from him. “It really is nothing personal.”
“Okay, I’m starting to see why you guys have a dislike for Pegasus.” Mektaveus noted.
“Wait, did these kids know that?” Shining thought shocked. “Just what have they been involved in?”
“Besides, it’s not like I’ve hurt your kid brother.” Pegasus continued. “He’s perfectly safe. In fact, you can have him back provided you beat me in a duel like we agreed.” His Millennium Eye flashed. “I mean, one more victory shouldn’t be too much for the World Champion.”
“That Millennium Eye could make this a real problem even for Kaiba.” Sunset thought.
“I can’t believe I’m saying this, but I’m hoping Kaiba wins this duel.” Joey stated.
“Me to.” Mektaveus clenched the banister ahead firmly. “Someone takes your family… I understand fully wanting to come get your get back. Messing with family is the most despicable thing anyone could do.”
“Far as I’m concerned, someone who stands up to Pegasus can’t be all bad.” Tristan added.
Everyone could agree with that except for Luthor, Keith, and Weevil who weren’t willing to make any sounds of agreement with the rest of them.
“Kaiba might just be the one with the best chance of achieving this.” Yugi noted. “Back in our duel, he could put his faith in his deck because he was fighting for someone he loved. Combine that with his skill, and he might just overcome the Millennium Eye.”
“Come now, Kaiba.” Pegasus chuckled. “There’s a whole audience in suspense over there.”
For the first time, Kaiba registered the group that had come to watch.
“Hey Kaiba.” Yugi greeted.
Kaiba stared at him for a moment longer before opting to simply open his case. “I hope you’re ready Pegasus.” He took out a duel disk and hurled it at the creator who caught it. “I’ve prepared something special for this duel.”
Pegasus looked it over. “You want to duel me with your latest contraption?” He smiled. “I don’t even know how this silly device works. Do I spin it like a top…” He rolled it along the ground. “…or roll it like a ball?”
The guards moved to grab it.
“Cut the theatrics.” Kaiba ordered firmly.
“Ohhhh, Kaiba means business.” Pegasus responded. “Okay, let’s settle this as business men would. We’ll use your system provided you agree to a request of mine.”
“What?” Kaiba asked.
“Nothing that would change the game.” Pegasus responded. “I merely wish for someone else to use the device for me.”
“I smell a rat.” Bandit Keith commented as he was reminded of that loss.
“I assure you; I will still make all the strategic decisions.” Pegasus declared. “The game play won’t change at all.”
“Then why the request?” Kaiba asked. “Why not fight your own battle for once in your life?”
“Simple minded fool.” Pegasus internally chuckled. “For all your titles and technology, you still haven’t learned that fighting isn’t the only way to inflict damage upon an opponent. A man’s spirit can be broken in much easier ways.” He clapped. “Show Kaiba the lad who will play as my pawn, and he’ll understand.”
The door behind Pegasus opened once more revealing a soulless Mokuba led by a chain.
“Mokuba!” Kaiba yelled desperately only for his face to fall upon seeing the soulless eyes his brother held. “It’s me.”
“Pegasus has done to Mokuba exactly the same thing he’s down to Mr. Muto.” Sunset noted.
“Ms. Shimmer would be right on the money.” Pegasus informed while Mokuba was led out. “It was simply easier to keep track of him this way.”
“You monster.” Kaiba declared.
“Now, now Kaiba-boy.” Pegasus showed the card containing Mokuba’s soul. “Petty insults are not the way to get your brother’s soul back.” He laughed. “I told you, your brother is perfectly safe, but that only lasts as long as you determine it. Beat me in a duel, and his soul will be returned. Should you lose, his soul remains in bondage, and yours will join it.”
“I’ll crush you!” Kaiba yelled.
“Then it’s settled.” Pegasus declared. “We’ll use your new invention, but Mokuba shall operate it for me.”
“Wait, Pegasus!” Kaiba shouted now worried.
“What’s the matter, Kaiba-boy?” Pegasus smirked. “This was your idea. Using your own system is sure to give you the edge. What’s the problem?”
“I can’t duel my own brother even if he doesn’t have his soul.” Kaiba was reminded of all his memories with his brother. “He’s been through enough. You win, Pegasus. We won’t use it. We’ll duel on your terms provided you keep my brother out of it.”
“Rather than duel with an advantage, you’ll allow me the homefield.” Pegasus smiled. “Fine by me.” He looked too his guards. “Take him away.”
Mokuba’s body was led away.
“You creep.” Kaiba commented.
“Watch yourself Kaiba for you are in my world now.” Pegasus declared as he snapped his fingers.
In that moment, their pathways separated and moved back from each other.
“Whoa, check out the automated bridge.” Joey noted.
Everyone looked up as another sound rang out, and they saw a descending duel arena.
“Forget the bridge.” Tea declared. “An entire arena is coming down.”
“This should be good.” Mai noted as the arena snapped into place. “The two biggest legends in Duel Mosnters going at it. This is what it’s all about.”
The duel between these absolute legends would soon begin.