The sword of the herald of victory, which pierced through time and space, drew the final curtain on this dimensional duel.
The petite girl staggered backward, shaken under the falling Sword Qi, her broad red robe fluttering noisily.
The duel space transformed again, as the blood-red sky was gradually replaced by the night. The hollow vortex vanished, and the platform where the two stood dissipated as the scene switched, reverting everything back to the arena as it was before the duel began.
The rain had stopped at some point. The ground was soaked, with droplets falling from the edge of the roof, creating transparent ripples as they hit the water's surface.
The shockwave from Black Luster Soldier's final strike blew Sella onto the ground. Youyu stepped forward slowly, stopping before her.
Sella was somewhat surprised to see him extend his hand toward her.
"I know you mean no harm." Youyu shrugged, "Now, are you willing to explain your purpose?"
As everyone knows, having had a duel, they're all fellow duelists, and between fellow duelists, there are no secrets.
Even if you consider all the great villains throughout the history of Yu-Gi-Oh, with their sinister, mysterious schemes, poisonously wrapped up like enigmas.
Yet, all it takes is a duel with the hero team, and no matter the villain, they instantly reveal their secrets like a face changing act in Sichuan opera, spilling out every wicked plan in a mess...
Sella was stunned for a moment, then chuckled lightly, offering her small hand to hold his and stood up.
"Duel King Youyu, you are indeed a unique individual." She said, "You seem to be aware of the existence of us Plana. So let me get straight to the point."
Sella started with a self-introduction, revealing her name and background.
She and her companions were orphans taken in by Tomb Guardian Shadi, known as "Plana," and according to prophecy, they would advance to a higher dimension beyond this one.
This part Youyu found rather understandable; isn't it like transcending tribulations and ascending? This pattern is quite familiar to me...
But the most pressing issue they faced was President Haima's determination to dig out Pharaoh's tomb, and if the President managed to drag the Pharaoh out of his grave using black technology, then Plana wouldn't be able to ascend.
In the end, it all seemed to be part of Shadi's arrangement.
Sometimes Youyu imagined that if the entire "Yu-Gi-Oh! DM" was a long movie, Shadi would definitely be both screenwriter and director. The plot of DM relies largely on Shadi, and even now, when his soul has dissipated and he no longer exists, his shadow can still be seen in the evolving story.
The film must continue even when the soul is gone, and honestly, finding another director as dedicated as Shadi in this industry would be impossible...
Youyu understood the situation, but he was still puzzled—
—So why are you coming to me?
If Kaiba wants to dig the tomb, you should go find Kaiba, what does it have to do with me?
Sella explained: "Kaiba Seto... he's not the kind to easily sway his resolve. Especially regarding the Pharaoh, he wouldn't heed an outsider's opinion."
Youyu raised an eyebrow.
Sounds pretty accurate, so then?
"But if it's your opinion, it might catch his attention." Sella's expression was earnest, "If anyone can change Kaiba Seto's mind, it would likely be you."
Youyu: "..."
Why does everyone think Kaiba would listen to me?
You just said Kaiba wouldn't heed any outsiders, so are you implying I'm not an outsider?
"So you think I'll help you persuade Kaiba?"
"You're a good person, Mr. Youyu." Sella whispered.
Youyu squinted.
Don't look at me like that, I don't need more good person cards...
"Sorry, but like you said, Kaiba isn't someone who easily changes his opinion, especially on this matter." Youyu said sternly, "I'm powerless in the matter of the Pharaoh..."
"We Plana plan to use an item called 'Quantum Cube' to leave this dimension." Sella interrupted him, pausing purposely here, "You could also call it... the Eighth Great Millennium Item."
She paused for a moment, but Youyu simply folded his arms with a "go on" expression, seemingly not surprised at all by the idea of there being eight Millennium Items.
As well-known, there are five Four Heavenly Kings, thirteen Twelve Golden Saints, so surely it's common sense for the Seven Great Millennium Items to be eight.
However, unlike the other "Millennium Pendant," "Millennium Ring," and the like, which are standard format divine artifacts, the item Plana holds, though technically a Millennium Item, is named "Quantum Cube."
As they say, "when in doubt, turn to quantum mechanics," and hearing this name, Youyu could not help but salute the ancestors who crafted this item—who would have thought generations ago, alchemy masters had already touched the invincible quantum realm.
Even if someone told him the Ancient Egyptian Royal Palace was actually a mobile fortress, and Egyptian Pyramids could all transform into Gundam-like robots, he wouldn't find it strange.
Sella further recognized Youyu's broad knowledge as a Duel King, unfazed by the shocking revelation of the eighth Millennium Item.
Thus, she continued: "'Quantum Cube' possesses the same powerful strength as the other Seven Great Millennium Items. Just like the other items have strong functions in different areas, the power of 'Quantum Cube' lies in the 'space' domain."
Sounds like the Cosmic Cube... well, it even looks like the Cosmic Cube.
"If we Plana successfully transcend this dimension and reach the unknown realm, then we might no longer need the power of the 'Quantum Cube.' It's merely a tool for us to transcend dimensions; once its mission is completed, we won't take it with us, but leave it in this world... entrusted to someone strong enough, trustworthy to safeguard it."
"Meaning... you plan to leave it to me?" Youyu understood a bit.
Sella gently nodded.
Youyu slightly narrowed his eyes.
—Fellow student, this is bribing!
He intended to rebuke loudly, yet...
"The Pharaoh is a departed soul; he has released his worldly ties, entrusted this world to us for safekeeping, and peacefully moved on to the Netherworld." Youyu's expression was solemn, "Disturbing the rest of the deceased is wrong. I will do my utmost to halt Kaiba's actions."
The girl beamed a joyous smile.
She closed her eyes and sincerely bowed to Youyu.
"Then I leave it in your hands, Duel King Youyu."
With that, her body transformed into countless points of light and vanished.