Chapter 34: Téa's Invitation
The Rare hunters' internal resource repository should have fake copies of the old Exodia cards.
Marik granted Yu Miao special privileges. If possible, Yu Miao intended to get his hands on the fake Exodia parts first.
Whether he had enough Card Dust was one thing, but the prerequisite for turning fakes into reals was first having the fake cards!
Booting up the old computer, Yu Miao accessed a mysterious dark web address.
After confirming his identity, the resource repository of the Rare hunters displayed rare cards collected from all over the world.
Yu Miao wasn't interested in real cards right now because this repository didn't have genuine Exodia parts.
Without hesitation, he entered the fake card repository and skillfully found the fake Exodia section.
"Gone?" Yu Miao was dumbfounded.
The Rare hunters' internal resources did indeed have fake Exodia cards, but they had all been exchanged by someone.
Who dared to ruin his plans?
There was only one truth!
Using his authority, Yu Miao quickly found the mastermind behind this.
It was a guy named "Jake".
He was a Rare hunter, currently hunting other duelists near Domino City.
Could it be that unlucky fellow from the original story, the one who defeated Joey Wheeler and stole his Red-Eyes Black Dragon, only to be later defeated by the real Yugi using the trap card "Chain Destruction"?
"Alright, it's good that he's in Domino City." Yu Miao's expression turned mischievous; it was time for him to persuade someone back onto the right path again.
Jake, you better hide well.
Putting the Exodia parts matter aside for now, Yu Miao had a promise to fulfill.
He had previously promised to buy bread for the Silent Magician.
What's so great about bread?
He couldn't understand.
"Sausage bun, pineapple bun, char siu bun... which one do you want?" Yu Miao said generously.
The Silent Magician shook her head; she wasn't interested in those buns.
"I once saw a page in the The Grand Spellbook Tower."
"I heard that in the human world, there is a delicacy called Wellington Beef Puff Pastry."
"The crafting process and time required are very intricate. It's said you must select a fillet steak, first cover it with sea salt and black pepper and massage it to let the flavors penetrate the meat, then tightly wrap it in plastic wrap to lock in the aroma..."
"..."
The Silent Magician's clear, cool voice echoed around them as she excitedly described the process of making this pastry.
Yu Miao was dumbfounded, several question marks popping up above his head.
He didn't understand a single word the Silent Magician was saying.
A mere pastry, and it's that troublesome?
This thing's production process is extremely complicated, and the problem is it costs a fortune.
Coincidentally, Yu Miao didn't have much money right now.
"You promised me, so you can't go back on your word." The Silent Magician's expression was serious; she didn't like people who broke promises.
Dammit, so eating a pastry can be this fancy?
Yu Miao had to resort to being shameless and using sweet talk to persuade the True Silent Magician to go back and rest.
The pastry will come!
With some free time, Yu Miao pondered something.
Making money.
Selling cards?
Yu Miao didn't like selling cards; he was personally very resistant to the idea.
Or perhaps participating in duel events with prize money?
Currently, Duel City was the most prominent event in Domino City; no other tournaments would happen during this large event's timeframe.
There was one more thing.
Yu Miao looked at the extremely deserted arcade and muttered to himself:
"I should transform this deserted place."
Just then.
Yu Miao's vision suddenly went dark.
A faint, sweet fragrance wafted over, and the cool touch told Yu Miao one thing.
Someone was covering his eyes.
"Guess who~"
Téa said teasingly. She had seen Yu Miao spacing out as soon as she entered; he hadn't even noticed her approaching.
Yu Miao brushed Téa's hand away and said coldly:
"Don't do that next time; it's too dangerous."
He had almost called forth the "old Exodia" to give Téa a few punches of "Jungle's Might".
If that had really happened, there was no way Téa wouldn't end up in the hospital.
"Ah, so cold. Aren't we friends?" Téa wagged her index finger, then changed the subject: "I made it to the finals. Will you come watch tomorrow?"
Yu Miao crossed his arms and replied: "No!"
He was very busy.
"Oh, not you too." Téa looked dismayed; she had already invited her other friends.
Coincidentally, that day, Jonouchi had to visit his sister Shizuka, as she was scheduled for eye surgery.
Hearing about visiting Shizuka, Honda immediately turned into a simp...
So only Yugi could come.
Téa happened to pass by here and came in to invite Yu Miao.
She didn't expect to get such an answer.
The two looked at each other, falling silent.
Téa felt the atmosphere was a bit cold and tried to change the subject:
"You seem troubled. Are you having some problems?"
Mentioning this, Yu Miao told the truth:
"I plan to modify two-thirds of the machines in this arcade. These games are too old and can't attract people anymore."
"Undoubtedly, Duel Monsters is the most popular thing globally now. I plan to replace the games with Duel Monsters ones."
Duel Monsters "puzzle" challenges and AI battles.
He could also create a Duel Monsters game with a storyline and level progression.
These were all very good options.
Planning to transform this place?
Téa looked around the arcade and realized it was indeed very deserted.
Apart from Yu Miao and herself, there wasn't even a fly in sight.
She suddenly remembered someone and said:
"Perhaps I can introduce you to a good potential partner."
"This person should be able to help you."
Yu Miao was taken aback. He did have ideas for transformation, but he knew nothing about these machines.
If someone could help him, it would indeed be a good thing.
"Agree to two conditions, and I'll help you." Téa said proudly, then explained: "First, you must come cheer me on at my match tomorrow. Second, the dance machine here in the arcade must be left for me."
These conditions...
Were too easy.
"Deal." Yu Miao agreed to Téa's conditions.
"That's great, here you go." Téa stuffed a ticket into Yu Miao's hand and told him not to be late tomorrow.
After the match tomorrow, Téa would help introduce that person to Yu Miao.
After Téa left, Yu Miao looked at his reflection on the nearby game machine screen, suddenly feeling a bit dazed.
How did things end up like this?
Pastry promise → Need money → Arcade transformation → Watching Téa's match?
If only everything were as simple as dueling.
A figure loitered outside the arcade. After Téa had gone far enough, this man in a black coat returned to a certain place.
This person was Odion. Due to distrust, he had been observing Yu Miao.
Odion reported Yu Miao's contact with Téa to Marik.
"Téa Gardner, she's a classmate and close friend of the Nameless Pharaoh's vessel."
"Yu Miao and Téa Gardner seem to be very good friends."
"This person is not trustworthy."
Odion offered these conclusions.
Téa Gardner...
Marik played with the Millennium Rod in his hand, pondering one thing.
How did Yu Miao come into contact with Téa Gardner?
(End of Chapter)
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