The fierce duel in Mondstadt City finally came to an end.
At the entrance of the Cat's Tail tavern, the adventurers who had been watching the match let out a collective sigh of relief. Excited and energized, they poured back into the tavern as though they had just witnessed an earth-shaking battle.
Inside, the atmosphere was lively and heated. Everyone discussed their plans for tomorrow—they wanted to head to Luya's card shop together to register as a team for the tournament.
In each person's eyes shone the desire for victory. They longed to join the Duelist Guild as soon as possible, eager to prove their strength and earn glory.
Even the ordinary townsfolk who had watched the duel from afar returned home with satisfied smiles. They hadn't participated directly, yet their hearts were equally moved by the spectacular match.
Once home, they eagerly recounted the duel to family and friends, spreading the joy and excitement of dueling.
In no time, the entire city of Mondstadt was enveloped in a fervent dueling atmosphere. It felt as if even the air carried tension and exhilaration. In every street and alley, people talked animatedly. The mood was like a blazing flame, igniting everyone's passion.
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Liyue Harbor—night had long since fallen. Yet people showed no signs of tiring, dueling eagerly in the streets and alleys.
"My turn—draw!"
"I Special Summon..."
"Battle Phase!"
Voices rang out across Liyue Harbor.
The malicious spirits and monsters lurking nearby saw that the people of Liyue Harbor could command fearsome monsters of their own—none dared approach the city to cause trouble.
Even merchant caravans had begun purchasing Duel Disks and Duel Monster Cards. Along their routes, they summoned monsters as escorts, protecting their caravans and ensuring safe travel. The beasts along the roads, seeing these summoned Duel Monsters, didn't dare attack.
The Yu-Gi-Oh! craze had fully taken root in Liyue Harbor. Aside from those who couldn't afford cards or Duel Disks, all wealthy citizens owned one.
Xiao stood atop the roof of Luya's shop. His short teal hair shifted in the wind, the gradient from pale to deep flowing like drifting clouds. The "third eye" on his forehead glimmered faintly, and the flame-shaped brow mark lent him a solemn aura. His wide sleeves and front ribbons danced, while the jade ornaments on his hem, legs, sleeves, and shoulders clinked softly.
At this moment, Xiao stood quietly high above Liyue Harbor, gazing over the bustling yet peaceful city, his heart filled with complex feelings.
He had fought for Liyue for a thousand years, faced countless demonic invasions, and witnessed endless partings of life and death. Now, in today's Liyue Harbor, the monsters no longer rampaged. People lived in peace and prosperity.
Xiao no longer had to battle demons with his life on the line, nor constantly struggle against the karmic debt in his heart. His days had become calm and leisurely. Occasionally, he would duel with others, displaying his formidable card skills.
With his Five Yakshas Deck, his duels flowed smoothly. In Liyue Harbor, he had virtually no opponents left—so many didn't even dare duel Xiao at all.
Rather than dueling, Xiao often chose to stand atop a tall building, overlooking Liyue Harbor's beauty and soaking in the tranquility.
Whenever he gazed down from above, warmth filled his heart. He saw bustling crowds, children's innocent laughter, and the silhouettes of merchants hurrying about.
Every corner of the city overflowed with life and vitality—all of it brought to Teyvat by Luya and Yu-Gi-Oh!.
Xiao quietly watched, his eyes revealing a trace of comfort.
Xiao knew—Liyue Harbor was his home, the anchor of his soul. He was willing to devote his entire life to protecting its peace. Even if the days ahead were calm and uneventful, he would remain here. Liyue Harbor's everlasting peace had become his wish.
Luya had brought Yu-Gi-Oh! to Liyue, igniting the city's passion. Now, Liyue Harbor was not only a center of trade but also the dueling capital of Teyvat. Ever since The Steambird reported on Yu-Gi-Oh!, the city's popularity had soared to unimaginable heights.
Across every street and alley, people discussed Yu-Gi-Oh! with excitement. Tea houses, taverns, piers—everywhere echoed with talk of the game.
Players gathered, exchanging thoughts on deck-building and dueling techniques. Liyue Harbor had become a paradise for duelists.
In every corner, fierce duels broke out, accompanied by cheers from onlookers. Even some private academies incorporated Yu-Gi-Oh! into extracurricular activities, guiding students in strategy and critical thinking.
Merchants, sensing opportunity, rushed to create related merchandise—Dark Magician Girl plushies, Dark Magician replica cards, Blue-Eyes White Dragon statues, and more.
Meanwhile, artists began crafting works inspired by Yu-Gi-Oh!—illustrators painting dazzling duel scenes, poets composing grand verses in praise of the game.
The Yu-Gi-Oh! phenomenon swept across the entire harbor. Residents and travelers alike were enthralled. The people's love for Yu-Gi-Oh! overflowed—it had become part of the city itself, adding vibrancy and allure to Liyue Harbor.
From Snezhnaya, Sumeru, Fontaine, and beyond, people flocked to Liyue Harbor, eager to experience Yu-Gi-Oh! firsthand.
Luya's shop became packed wall-to-wall. His merchandise sold so quickly it was treated like a rare treasure—especially the Yu-Gi-Oh! Scratch Cards.
As soon as they were released, they sold out instantly.
By now, Luya had earned a massive fortune. His Mora had nearly reached 20 billion.
To Luya, this was only the beginning. Once he started selling the new game consoles, he would surely earn even more.
However, with 20 billion Mora on hand, he could now easily pay his employees' wages.
In an instant, Luya teleported back from Mondstadt to his shop.
Keqing had long been waiting for him at the entrance.
"You... finally came back."
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