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## Chapter 390: The America-Exclusive Kaiba Land
Witnessing Joey Wheeler defeat Ryuzaki and secure his first victory in the KC Cup, the people in the audience couldn't help but feel happy for him.
Everyone looked happy, but Hayato noticed that Mokuba, sitting next to him, was pressing a hand to his ear, listening to reports from the communication channel, and his expression wasn't good at all.
"I wrote that program, how could it be wrong?"
"The data channel is completely jammed. Didn't you try shutting it down?"
"It's the same system as the Kaiba Dome? Which idiot designed this!"
"Brother? Oh, then it's fine."
"I'll head over there now."
Hayato wasn't the only one who noticed Mokuba's serious expression; Yugi Mutou did too. Seeing him take his hand away from his ear, Yugi asked, "What happened, Mokuba?"
"Yeah, but it's not here at the Kaiba Dome. It's at the Kaiba Land building next door." Mokuba glanced around, sighed, and lowered his voice, saying, "It's not really convenient to talk about it in too much detail here. Anyway, I probably won't be able to watch the rest of the matches. Sorry, Yugi, Hayato."
As he spoke, Mokuba stood up with an apologetic look. "Although I was really looking forward to your upcoming duels, I guess I still have to fulfill my duty as the Vice President of KaibaCorp."
"Something happened at Kaiba Land?" Hayato was a little confused. In his memory, although the KC Cup in the original timeline also had problems, that was in the final rounds and caused by that guy named "Siegfried." It seemed too early for problems to appear now.
Moreover, even if that guy who looked like he stepped out of Norse mythology wanted to cause trouble, he should be trying to disrupt the KC Cup, which was in full swing at the Kaiba Dome, not causing trouble at the Kaiba Land building next door, which was completed around the same time as the Kaiba Dome.
To attract as many bystanders as possible who weren't very familiar with Duel Monsters, making them interested, the preliminary matches of the KC Cup, with 64 participants, required a total of 32 matches and would be split over two days. Before it was their turn, no one could predict who their next opponent would be; it was completely random drawing on the spot.
—Incidentally, Kaiba, uncharacteristically, didn't abandon the old for the new. He brought out the "Blue-Eyes White Dragon Lottery Machine GO! GO!" that he had used on the S.S. Anne Airship during the Duel City tournament and used it for the drawing.
However, the duelists could know in advance if they had a match today, allowing them to arrange their time reasonably. Duelists with matches today naturally waited here at the Kaiba Dome, while duelists without matches could choose to stay and watch to gather information, or leave on their own. Of course, most duelists chose the former.
Joey Wheeler and Mai Valentine's duels were both scheduled for today, while Hayato and Yugi's matches were tomorrow. Kaiba also had his duel tomorrow.
If they hadn't been divided into different groups and wouldn't face each other early, Hayato suspected that Kaiba would definitely have pulled some little trick again to arrange them together and try to duel him. It wasn't like he hadn't done that before.
The reason Hayato stayed at the duel arena to watch was also to see if there were any duelists he needed to be wary of, such as Amelda and the other "Doma's Swordsmen," or if Joey Wheeler, Yugi, and Kaiba had printed any new cards to give him a surprise, or what alias that guy whose original name was probably "Siegfried" was using and if he needed to expose his plan in advance.
However, since KaibaCorp had a problem, and he was just idle anyway, he was quite willing to lend a hand.
"Do you need me to go with you, Mokuba?" Hayato also stood up. "Anyway, the rest are just some rotten potatoes and stinky bird eggs. It's fine if I don't watch. I'll go with you. I can help out."
"That would be great, thank you, Hayato."
From a distance, Valon, sitting in his seat, tossed a piece of popcorn high into the air, tilted his head slightly to catch the falling popcorn perfectly in his mouth. Just as he was having fun, his gaze caught sight of Hayato and Mokuba leaving their seats and heading somewhere through the passage.
"Kobayashi Hayato? What's that guy going to do?"
Tilting his head, Valon withdrew his gaze, feeling a bit bored.
Compared to Rafael, the loyal dog who was completely obedient to The Master, and Amelda, whose eyes were only on revenge against Seto Kaiba, Valon was the most "unambitious" of Doma's Swordsmen.
This wasn't a derogatory term, because Valon's personal philosophy was to always maintain a peaceful life. Self-satisfaction was enough for him; he wouldn't be overly obsessed with the outcome or troubled by worries, nor would he create enemies that kept him awake at night. This was his attitude towards the world, and also his happiness.
However, if he had to compete with someone, he was confident that he wouldn't lose to anyone else.
As for participating in the KC Cup match, the reason the three of them came was simply because Amelda wanted to. Valon had no great interest in becoming the first place and being in the spotlight. In his opinion, it was enough for him to be the fourth place, not too dazzlingly brilliant and not too bad.
If he encountered Hayato in a duel, Valon might get serious and go all out. It wasn't to prove that he was stronger than the King of Games. He mainly wanted to take the *Egyptian God Cards* from Kobayashi Hayato, which The Master had mentioned had an important purpose, as a way to repay The Master for getting him out of prison back then.
However, Valon had seen the list. Kobayashi Hayato, using the alias "Dan Kuroto," had his duel tomorrow, while his own duel was scheduled for today. There was no possibility of them facing each other in the short term.
Although he had some pursuit for victory, Valon wasn't so impatient for victory that he would resort to unscrupulous means. Playing with popcorn was much better. Why bother looking for Kobayashi Hayato?
Thinking this, Valon tossed another piece of popcorn, but his other empty hand reached into his pocket and sent a message to his companions sitting in other seats:
[Armor Protection] - "Hey, I just saw Kobayashi Hayato. That guy left the duel arena with a kid. Don't know where they're going."
After sending this message, Valon, who knew that Amelda was very obsessed with Seto Kaiba and had even included Kobayashi Hayato in his list of people he needed to defeat, wanted to see his reaction after receiving this provocative message. However, after a period of silence in their Doma's Swordsmen discussion group, Amelda sent a message:
[Heard Kaiba's natural enemy is Sea Serpent] - "I have no interest in that Kobayashi Hayato guy at all. If you want to duel him, go ahead, I don't care."
[Ah~ Aitosi] - "Amelda, I remember you really wanted to duel Kobayashi Hayato before? Why the sudden change of heart?"
[Armor Protection] - "Did you duel him?"
[Heard Kaiba's natural enemy is Sea Serpent] - "Absolutely not!"
[Heard Kaiba's natural enemy is Sea Serpent] - "Ahem, mainly, I think, as the most famous duelist worldwide and the one who has publicly demonstrated the strongest strength, it's not a good thing to alarm him too early. For The Master's plan, we should wait until the time is right before dueling him and taking 'those cards.'"
[Heard Kaiba's natural enemy is Sea Serpent] - "Solemnly declare, I absolutely have never dueled him before, nor have I ever lost to him, and I wasn't disgusted!"
[Armor Protection] - "Right, right, the two things are completely unrelated."
Valon replied to Amelda perfunctorily and sighed with some disappointment.
That Amelda guy can't even lie! Anyone could tell that he must have faced Kobayashi Hayato at some point during the audition, and he lost, and he lost quite miserably.
Just as he was about to put away his mobile phone and watch the duel that had already started in the duel arena to pass the time, with a "buzz," Valon noticed that a message had appeared in their three-person discussion group, and the content was quite unexpected.
[Ah~ Aitosi] - "Indeed, it's not appropriate to expose our goal so early now. However, I think we still need to do some basic observation. I'll go take a look."
Rafael is going to find Kobayashi Hayato again?
Huh? Why did I say "again"?
————Ah~ Shirley————
Seto Kaiba, President of the famous KaibaCorp, Genius Inventor, Legendary Duelist, and a severe dueling addiction patient, the kind who feels uncomfortable if he doesn't duel for a day.
Although it sounds a bit dreamy, Seto Kaiba's most genuine wish is indeed to build Kaiba Land all over the world.
It's such a strong contrast that the aloof Kaiba's wish is so full of childlike innocence, just like a Fanma Xingren claiming his favorite toy is a pink fluffy rabbit.
However, Kaiba's wish is merely to build Kaiba Land for children to play in. Considering the different customs and traditions of different countries, it's understandable that the game facilities inside Kaiba Land would be adapted to local conditions, right?
Following behind Mokuba, Hayato passed by a game room. Listening to the sound of whips, wails, and the rustling of leaves being pulled off when the cotton was removed from the room, Hayato was filled with the urge to complain. However, considering that complaining about this might lead to the destruction of the world, he decided to hold back for now.
In this first Kaiba Land in the American area, the gap between it and the Kaiba Land in Domino City couldn't be described as large; it was practically two different worlds. The American specialty Hayato just heard was secondary; the biggest difference was that this Kaiba Land—
Actually, didn't have **Blue-Eyes White Dragon**!!
As if sensing Hayato's doubt, Mokuba proactively explained, "Hayato, you must be wondering why this Kaiba Land doesn't have Brother's favorite **Blue-Eyes White Dragon**, right?"
"Yeah, just like the West can't lose Jerusalem, how can Kaiba Land lack **Blue-Eyes White Dragon**?" Hayato said with a serious expression. "Without **Blue-Eyes**, how can Kaiba Land's uniqueness be reflected? I can only say, my youth is over."
"Oh~ Hayato boy, I didn't expect you to agree with Kaiba boy's aesthetic?"
Just as Hayato finished speaking, like a ghost, a completely improper voice suddenly sounded from behind Hayato, startling him.
"What's up! Maximillion Pegasus?"
"Yes, I am~"
Appearing behind Hayato was none other than Maximillion Pegasus, who, despite his age, always acted improperly. Striking a stance quite like "Chicken Boy Red," Maximillion Pegasus greeted Hayato, "Aloha, Hayato boy~"
Hayato looked at Maximillion Pegasus with considerable disdain and asked Mokuba beside him strangely, "Why is this perverted uncle here?"
"Oh, you actually called me a pervert, so sad~"
Mokuba beside Hayato turned his head awkwardly, seeing Maximillion Pegasus's improper behavior. "It's not like I wanted this guy to participate in Kaiba Land."
"Hayato, you know, although after Duel City, many people recognized the potential contained within Duel Monsters, the amount allocated to the Virtual Projection System wasn't quite enough." As he spoke, Mokuba pointed to his feet. "Perhaps it made people care, but it was far from enough to persuade the American government to approve a large piece of land for KaibaCorp to build Kaiba Land."
"Although Kaiba Land successfully settled in America, someone's effort was indispensable in it."
"It's me, it's me!" Maximillion Pegasus excitedly raised his hand, his face full of smiles. "For Kaiba boy's Kaiba Land, I am very supportive of such a great dream, so I also contributed a part of my power to help."
"By the way, Industrial Illusions also has a stake in the American area of Kaiba Land." Maximillion Pegasus patted Hayato's shoulder. "So, Hayato boy, actually you are also a shareholder here."
Hayato glanced at Mokuba beside him. Although he looked helpless, Mokuba still nodded.
This suddenly made Hayato feel inflated.
"What? So I'm also a shareholder here? Ahem, then Mokuba, tell this shareholder, what exactly is wrong with Kaiba Land?"
"Hayato, your face changed too fast!" Mokuba complained about Hayato, who had adapted to his capitalist identity in the blink of an eye, and sighed, pointing to a room not far away. "The problem is in that zone. Originally, I was thinking of making use of old resources, not letting Brother continue to waste money. That's why I brought that thing out again, and I even wrote a new program."
"That shouldn't be right, I don't think I messed anything up?"
Hayato was a little curious. Even Mokuba, this genius child, made a mistake?
"So what is that thing?"
"That thing, actually, is—"
Following the direction Mokuba was pointing, Hayato saw a huge sign on the wall—
《The Brand New Fun of Duel Monsters! Want to Duel against Legendary Duelists?》
《Legendary Duelist Portal!》
After walking into the empty play area, the first thing Hayato saw was a red ring suspended in the air, emitting light projection. And beneath the projection, a very familiar person wearing a Duel Disk on their wrist was proudly pushing back their bangs.
"That thing, actually, is—"
"My Clone?! The Sith are coming for revenge! Quick, find Anakin Skywalker!"
"It's not Star Wars! That's a Duel Robot!"
Because of well-known reasons, the JP server opened the infinite pool today, and it's a cba rerun.
I logged in for 2050 days today, got 30 Stones, and pulled a Ten Pull. Finally, I have all the Support from every era (Caster Fox, Kongming, Merlin, cba, caber, Oberon, Assassin Fox).
In short, my Level 100 Teacher Chen has new ammunition.
(End of this chapter)
Witnessing Joey Wheeler defeat Ryuzaki and secure his first victory in the KC Cup, the people in the audience couldn't help but feel happy for him.
Everyone looked happy, but Hayato noticed that Mokuba, sitting next to him, was pressing a hand to his ear, listening to reports from the communication channel, and his expression wasn't good at all.
"I wrote that program, how could it be wrong?"
"The data channel is completely jammed. Didn't you try shutting it down?"
"It's the same system as the Kaiba Dome? Which idiot designed this!"
"Brother? Oh, then it's fine."
"I'll head over there now."
Hayato wasn't the only one who noticed Mokuba's serious expression; Yugi Mutou did too. Seeing him take his hand away from his ear, Yugi asked, "What happened, Mokuba?"
"Yeah, but it's not here at the Kaiba Dome. It's at the Kaiba Land building next door." Mokuba glanced around, sighed, and lowered his voice, saying, "It's not really convenient to talk about it in too much detail here. Anyway, I probably won't be able to watch the rest of the matches. Sorry, Yugi, Hayato."
As he spoke, Mokuba stood up with an apologetic look. "Although I was really looking forward to your upcoming duels, I guess I still have to fulfill my duty as the Vice President of KaibaCorp."
"Something happened at Kaiba Land?" Hayato was a little confused. In his memory, although the KC Cup in the original timeline also had problems, that was in the final rounds and caused by that guy named "Siegfried." It seemed too early for problems to appear now.
Moreover, even if that guy who looked like he stepped out of Norse mythology wanted to cause trouble, he should be trying to disrupt the KC Cup, which was in full swing at the Kaiba Dome, not causing trouble at the Kaiba Land building next door, which was completed around the same time as the Kaiba Dome.
To attract as many bystanders as possible who weren't very familiar with Duel Monsters, making them interested, the preliminary matches of the KC Cup, with 64 participants, required a total of 32 matches and would be split over two days. Before it was their turn, no one could predict who their next opponent would be; it was completely random drawing on the spot.
—Incidentally, Kaiba, uncharacteristically, didn't abandon the old for the new. He brought out the "Blue-Eyes White Dragon Lottery Machine GO! GO!" that he had used on the S.S. Anne Airship during the Duel City tournament and used it for the drawing.
However, the duelists could know in advance if they had a match today, allowing them to arrange their time reasonably. Duelists with matches today naturally waited here at the Kaiba Dome, while duelists without matches could choose to stay and watch to gather information, or leave on their own. Of course, most duelists chose the former.
Joey Wheeler and Mai Valentine's duels were both scheduled for today, while Hayato and Yugi's matches were tomorrow. Kaiba also had his duel tomorrow.
If they hadn't been divided into different groups and wouldn't face each other early, Hayato suspected that Kaiba would definitely have pulled some little trick again to arrange them together and try to duel him. It wasn't like he hadn't done that before.
The reason Hayato stayed at the duel arena to watch was also to see if there were any duelists he needed to be wary of, such as Amelda and the other "Doma's Swordsmen," or if Joey Wheeler, Yugi, and Kaiba had printed any new cards to give him a surprise, or what alias that guy whose original name was probably "Siegfried" was using and if he needed to expose his plan in advance.
However, since KaibaCorp had a problem, and he was just idle anyway, he was quite willing to lend a hand.
"Do you need me to go with you, Mokuba?" Hayato also stood up. "Anyway, the rest are just some rotten potatoes and stinky bird eggs. It's fine if I don't watch. I'll go with you. I can help out."
"That would be great, thank you, Hayato."
From a distance, Valon, sitting in his seat, tossed a piece of popcorn high into the air, tilted his head slightly to catch the falling popcorn perfectly in his mouth. Just as he was having fun, his gaze caught sight of Hayato and Mokuba leaving their seats and heading somewhere through the passage.
"Kobayashi Hayato? What's that guy going to do?"
Tilting his head, Valon withdrew his gaze, feeling a bit bored.
Compared to Rafael, the loyal dog who was completely obedient to The Master, and Amelda, whose eyes were only on revenge against Seto Kaiba, Valon was the most "unambitious" of Doma's Swordsmen.
This wasn't a derogatory term, because Valon's personal philosophy was to always maintain a peaceful life. Self-satisfaction was enough for him; he wouldn't be overly obsessed with the outcome or troubled by worries, nor would he create enemies that kept him awake at night. This was his attitude towards the world, and also his happiness.
However, if he had to compete with someone, he was confident that he wouldn't lose to anyone else.
As for participating in the KC Cup match, the reason the three of them came was simply because Amelda wanted to. Valon had no great interest in becoming the first place and being in the spotlight. In his opinion, it was enough for him to be the fourth place, not too dazzlingly brilliant and not too bad.
If he encountered Hayato in a duel, Valon might get serious and go all out. It wasn't to prove that he was stronger than the King of Games. He mainly wanted to take the *Egyptian God Cards* from Kobayashi Hayato, which The Master had mentioned had an important purpose, as a way to repay The Master for getting him out of prison back then.
However, Valon had seen the list. Kobayashi Hayato, using the alias "Dan Kuroto," had his duel tomorrow, while his own duel was scheduled for today. There was no possibility of them facing each other in the short term.
Although he had some pursuit for victory, Valon wasn't so impatient for victory that he would resort to unscrupulous means. Playing with popcorn was much better. Why bother looking for Kobayashi Hayato?
Thinking this, Valon tossed another piece of popcorn, but his other empty hand reached into his pocket and sent a message to his companions sitting in other seats:
[Armor Protection] - "Hey, I just saw Kobayashi Hayato. That guy left the duel arena with a kid. Don't know where they're going."
After sending this message, Valon, who knew that Amelda was very obsessed with Seto Kaiba and had even included Kobayashi Hayato in his list of people he needed to defeat, wanted to see his reaction after receiving this provocative message. However, after a period of silence in their Doma's Swordsmen discussion group, Amelda sent a message:
[Heard Kaiba's natural enemy is Sea Serpent] - "I have no interest in that Kobayashi Hayato guy at all. If you want to duel him, go ahead, I don't care."
[Ah~ Aitosi] - "Amelda, I remember you really wanted to duel Kobayashi Hayato before? Why the sudden change of heart?"
[Armor Protection] - "Did you duel him?"
[Heard Kaiba's natural enemy is Sea Serpent] - "Absolutely not!"
[Heard Kaiba's natural enemy is Sea Serpent] - "Ahem, mainly, I think, as the most famous duelist worldwide and the one who has publicly demonstrated the strongest strength, it's not a good thing to alarm him too early. For The Master's plan, we should wait until the time is right before dueling him and taking 'those cards.'"
[Heard Kaiba's natural enemy is Sea Serpent] - "Solemnly declare, I absolutely have never dueled him before, nor have I ever lost to him, and I wasn't disgusted!"
[Armor Protection] - "Right, right, the two things are completely unrelated."
Valon replied to Amelda perfunctorily and sighed with some disappointment.
That Amelda guy can't even lie! Anyone could tell that he must have faced Kobayashi Hayato at some point during the audition, and he lost, and he lost quite miserably.
Just as he was about to put away his mobile phone and watch the duel that had already started in the duel arena to pass the time, with a "buzz," Valon noticed that a message had appeared in their three-person discussion group, and the content was quite unexpected.
[Ah~ Aitosi] - "Indeed, it's not appropriate to expose our goal so early now. However, I think we still need to do some basic observation. I'll go take a look."
Rafael is going to find Kobayashi Hayato again?
Huh? Why did I say "again"?
————Ah~ Shirley————
Seto Kaiba, President of the famous KaibaCorp, Genius Inventor, Legendary Duelist, and a severe dueling addiction patient, the kind who feels uncomfortable if he doesn't duel for a day.
Although it sounds a bit dreamy, Seto Kaiba's most genuine wish is indeed to build Kaiba Land all over the world.
It's such a strong contrast that the aloof Kaiba's wish is so full of childlike innocence, just like a Fanma Xingren claiming his favorite toy is a pink fluffy rabbit.
However, Kaiba's wish is merely to build Kaiba Land for children to play in. Considering the different customs and traditions of different countries, it's understandable that the game facilities inside Kaiba Land would be adapted to local conditions, right?
Following behind Mokuba, Hayato passed by a game room. Listening to the sound of whips, wails, and the rustling of leaves being pulled off when the cotton was removed from the room, Hayato was filled with the urge to complain. However, considering that complaining about this might lead to the destruction of the world, he decided to hold back for now.
In this first Kaiba Land in the American area, the gap between it and the Kaiba Land in Domino City couldn't be described as large; it was practically two different worlds. The American specialty Hayato just heard was secondary; the biggest difference was that this Kaiba Land—
Actually, didn't have **Blue-Eyes White Dragon**!!
As if sensing Hayato's doubt, Mokuba proactively explained, "Hayato, you must be wondering why this Kaiba Land doesn't have Brother's favorite **Blue-Eyes White Dragon**, right?"
"Yeah, just like the West can't lose Jerusalem, how can Kaiba Land lack **Blue-Eyes White Dragon**?" Hayato said with a serious expression. "Without **Blue-Eyes**, how can Kaiba Land's uniqueness be reflected? I can only say, my youth is over."
"Oh~ Hayato boy, I didn't expect you to agree with Kaiba boy's aesthetic?"
Just as Hayato finished speaking, like a ghost, a completely improper voice suddenly sounded from behind Hayato, startling him.
"What's up! Maximillion Pegasus?"
"Yes, I am~"
Appearing behind Hayato was none other than Maximillion Pegasus, who, despite his age, always acted improperly. Striking a stance quite like "Chicken Boy Red," Maximillion Pegasus greeted Hayato, "Aloha, Hayato boy~"
Hayato looked at Maximillion Pegasus with considerable disdain and asked Mokuba beside him strangely, "Why is this perverted uncle here?"
"Oh, you actually called me a pervert, so sad~"
Mokuba beside Hayato turned his head awkwardly, seeing Maximillion Pegasus's improper behavior. "It's not like I wanted this guy to participate in Kaiba Land."
"Hayato, you know, although after Duel City, many people recognized the potential contained within Duel Monsters, the amount allocated to the Virtual Projection System wasn't quite enough." As he spoke, Mokuba pointed to his feet. "Perhaps it made people care, but it was far from enough to persuade the American government to approve a large piece of land for KaibaCorp to build Kaiba Land."
"Although Kaiba Land successfully settled in America, someone's effort was indispensable in it."
"It's me, it's me!" Maximillion Pegasus excitedly raised his hand, his face full of smiles. "For Kaiba boy's Kaiba Land, I am very supportive of such a great dream, so I also contributed a part of my power to help."
"By the way, Industrial Illusions also has a stake in the American area of Kaiba Land." Maximillion Pegasus patted Hayato's shoulder. "So, Hayato boy, actually you are also a shareholder here."
Hayato glanced at Mokuba beside him. Although he looked helpless, Mokuba still nodded.
This suddenly made Hayato feel inflated.
"What? So I'm also a shareholder here? Ahem, then Mokuba, tell this shareholder, what exactly is wrong with Kaiba Land?"
"Hayato, your face changed too fast!" Mokuba complained about Hayato, who had adapted to his capitalist identity in the blink of an eye, and sighed, pointing to a room not far away. "The problem is in that zone. Originally, I was thinking of making use of old resources, not letting Brother continue to waste money. That's why I brought that thing out again, and I even wrote a new program."
"That shouldn't be right, I don't think I messed anything up?"
Hayato was a little curious. Even Mokuba, this genius child, made a mistake?
"So what is that thing?"
"That thing, actually, is—"
Following the direction Mokuba was pointing, Hayato saw a huge sign on the wall—
《The Brand New Fun of Duel Monsters! Want to Duel against Legendary Duelists?》
《Legendary Duelist Portal!》
After walking into the empty play area, the first thing Hayato saw was a red ring suspended in the air, emitting light projection. And beneath the projection, a very familiar person wearing a Duel Disk on their wrist was proudly pushing back their bangs.
"That thing, actually, is—"
"My Clone?! The Sith are coming for revenge! Quick, find Anakin Skywalker!"
"It's not Star Wars! That's a Duel Robot!"
Because of well-known reasons, the JP server opened the infinite pool today, and it's a cba rerun.
I logged in for 2050 days today, got 30 Stones, and pulled a Ten Pull. Finally, I have all the Support from every era (Caster Fox, Kongming, Merlin, cba, caber, Oberon, Assassin Fox).
In short, my Level 100 Teacher Chen has new ammunition.
(End of this chapter)
