On one hand, the danger level is too high; on the other, Ecole de Zone is the 'lowest' of all Spirit Dimensions today, indeed the most affected dimension, but it is also the furthest from the mastermind.
After exploring other dangerous dimensions without gaining any intelligence, he might consider stepping into that dimension again.
"Is it really this dangerous..." Tenjo Hikari looked at the card in disbelief.
"Could it be that this dimension causes you to forget Polymerization and get absorbed in art? I don't believe it." Tierra muttered beside.
"But Teacher Daitokuji said it, so there probably aren't any other possibilities, right?" Hearing Tierra's words, Judai scratched his head, "But... Hikari not Polymerizing and getting immersed in art... ah, hard to imagine."
Manjome also nodded.
He couldn't imagine such a thing either, but conversely, if a dimension like Ecole de Zone could do such a thing, it would absolutely be a forbidden land for humans.
If someone like Tenjo Hikari, who is such an "experienced" Duelist, could have their brain cleansed, then other duelists might never come back after going.
Tenjo Hikari gently leaned back on the chair, feeling much lighter physically.
Finally achieving his long-standing goal, Tenjo Hikari felt a sudden lightness in his heart.
In the future, he wouldn't have to work hard to seek out the Three Sages for approval, and then go to the Mage Domain. With this experience, maybe he could visit more often in the future; at least the Dark Magician Girl is quite easy to talk to. If he goes next time, he should have time to ask The Iris Swordsoul.
Moreover, having saved up his goals, Tenjo Hikari can finally go to the dimensions of the Gladiator Beast and Vampire.
Flap —
The room door was directly pulled open, Tenjo Hikari and the others looked over and saw Serena and Ruri.
"Hey, Master? You guys are back!?"
Tenjo Hikari quickly sat up straight and asked, "What's up?"
"Oh..." Serena was slightly embarrassed, and beside her, Ruri couldn't help but lower her head, looking like a child who did something wrong.
The three exchanged glances.
Manjome asked with a hint of PTSD, "Serena, you're not thinking about sneaking into other dimensions again, right? And taking Ruri with you?"
"No, no—" Serena waved her hand hastily, saying a bit sheepishly, "Actually, it's like this..."
She explained.
It turns out, earlier, Professor Cronos, along with professors from other branches, came to visit the Fusion Department. The first-floor hall had already been basically toured, and now they were on the second floor. Serena felt somewhat bored and annoyed, and was afraid Professor Cronos would ask her to "perform her talents" in front of numerous professors when he saw her, so she wanted to find a place to sneak in and hide.
No place was more suitable for them to hide than a "meeting in progress" conference room, so they bluntly ran in.
Evidently, they planned to play cards to avoid the crowd, and talk after everyone had left.
It's quite normal.
Tenjo Hikari occasionally goes somewhere to catch a quiet moment away from teachers too; that's how students are.
What's more, Serena and Ruri are two years younger than them, more playful, and this is more normal.
"Professors from other schools...?" Tenjo Hikari pondered for a moment and said, "Alright, you guys can hide here, keep your voices down, I'll go take a look."
"Really! Thank you, Master!" Serena shouted with excitement.
Tenjo Hikari stood up, and Manjome and Judai pondered for a moment before standing up too. Both were quite interested in the upcoming Global Duel Academy exchange meeting, and the latter was particularly keen to meet some intriguing new friends, so they wanted to go and check it out.
Coming out of the conference room, the three walked down to the second floor and happened to run into Professor Cronos, quickly waving and ran over.
The colors of the three's uniforms were different - red, black, and blue - but their group immediately attracted the attention of all professors.
Tenjo Hikari, Manjome, the Champion and Runner-up of the GX Tournament!
Who is the one in the red uniform?
"Professor Cronos!" The three rushed over and quickly greeted him.
Tenjo Hikari glanced around and saw the person he was expecting... "Professor Cobra".
Not sure if he has reached a cooperation with Yubel now, but anyway, Tenjo Hikari scanned with his eyes and didn't notice anything strange.
Professor Cronos saw the three appearing, and quickly began to introduce his prideful students to the many professors, most of whom focused on Tenjo Hikari, but only Professor Cobra, occasionally glanced at Judai, clearly paying attention to him.
However, this initial encounter produced no interactions. A group of professors followed Professor Cronos on a tour of the Fusion Department, and eventually, as Manjome and Judai engaged in banter and antics, the group of professors gradually left the Fusion Department, and it was during the antics that Manjome suddenly shivered, and instinctively tightened his clothes.
Tenjo Hikari noticed these details, guessing it must have come.
Yubel.
Although I don't know where she might be hiding now, evidently, she must have landed on this island.
Tenjo Hikari stretched lazily.
It seems, it's time to see to what extent the members of the Fusion Department have grown over the past year.
Tenjo Hikari waited for the professors to leave and couldn't help flexing his muscles.
Even though Tenjo Hikari's belief has always been "everyone has their own business and goals, there's no need to interfere," so he never meddles with what others want to do.
But within it, there are still some things Tenjo Hikari will deliberately attend to.
One is Akaba Leo; Akaba Leo makes Tenjo Hikari feel nauseated and annoyed.
Another is Yubel—knowing the 'original story', Tenjo Hikari is very clear; even if he doesn't wish to involve himself with Yubel's affairs, Yubel will certainly come to target him, the 'friend' of 'Yuki Judai', from various aspects.
Contra.
So, he ought to be ready.
To resolve the apparent, known, second messenger of the "Light of Destruction".
But...
Before that, he still had one last thing to do over this summer vacation.
The next day, Tenjo Hikari received a call, a private plane came to Duel Academy, and Tenjo Hikari curiously boarded, thanked the other, and curiously asked about the destination.
However, even the other party was not clear about the final destination, only knowing they were to send Tenjo Hikari to New Domino City.
And upon arriving at New Domino City, Tenjo Hikari saw that legendary legend, the legend of all legends, the strongest Duelist, the strongest Player, [certain victory] person, Duel King—
Muto Yugi!
Upon first sighting him, Tenjo Hikari thought he might duel with this master, and although somewhat shocked, he was also slightly thrilled.
To duel with this world's truly strongest, possibly even the strongest Duelist across all dimensions, even losing would be worthwhile!
But soon, seeing Muto Yugi carrying a drawing board and other things, Tenjo Hikari knew the opponent this time was most likely not Muto Yugi himself.
The two boarded Kaiba Company's private plane, transferred to another place, flying from noon till afternoon, finally arriving at their destination in a place covered with yellow sand.
And it was at this moment that Tenjo Hikari understood who he would be facing, thanks to Dinosaur Lyuzaki's arrangements, in this chance to duel with the "Legendary Duelist" —
Gravekeeper Race!
Tenjo Hikari was startled.
Previously at the GX Tournament, there were duelists from the Gravekeeper Race appearing, but at that time, Tenjo Hikari thought it was just adventuring Gravekeeper Race duelists.
But now, it seems not to be the case.
It appears that while Tenjo Hikari was unaware, Kaiba Seto, Muto Yugi, already reached an agreement or a cooperation with the Gravekeeper Race?
A gust of sand blew past, several figures slowly emerged from hiding spots, some exotically styled people gradually appeared before Tenjo Hikari, among them, the full attention of Tenjo Hikari was drawn by a dark brown-skinned bald head.
Muto Yugi smiled gently and whispered to Tenjo Hikari, "How about it, Tenjo-kun, a suitable opponent I've found for you."