Chapter 180: We Are the Champions
On the Red team's contestant stage.
Dark couldn't help but cover his forehead.
The match, as it had progressed, was essentially over.
Gatomon held the Blue Magic Orb, ready to shatter the life barrier at any moment.
Sara's deck was quite helpless against high-star Magic Spirits with built-in control skills.
Even if she dispatched her Magic Spirits to use suicidal tactics, Gatomon would have to be willing to play along.
In fact, Dark had given Gatomon no such instructions; everything was its spontaneous and independent action!
[Disclaimer]
Sara Swati also knew that the outcome was decided.
The reason she summoned the [Magic Bullet Charm] was merely to vent her frustration.
She just didn't expect that with this one magic bullet, her anger would rise even further!
"Calm down! Calm down! Think what Father would do…"
Sara forcibly averted her gaze from Gatomon, her mind cycling through the various proverbs the ancient sage had told her.
Such as, "A gentleman's revenge is taken all day long."
Or, "Thirty years east of the river, thirty years west of the river; dragon slayers become evil dragons!"
"Ugh, what nonsense is all this?"
Sara finally looked up, glaring with all her might at Dark on the opposite side, not caring if he saw her or not, then began collecting her Magic Cards, recalling her three Magic Spirits on the field one by one.
"The humiliation I suffered today, I, Sara, will never forget!"
She turned to Professor Jones and said, "Professor, I concede!"
Professor Jones chuckled heartily, then immediately announced:
"This competition is officially concluded. The champion is—Noble House, Dark Demon!"
Immediately, thunderous applause erupted.
Gatomon's behavior seemed utterly despicable to Sara, but from the audience's perspective, they only felt that this Magic Spirit was simply too strong!
The process of this final match was full of twists and turns; though not particularly intense, it was rich in psychological warfare.
It was also quite remarkable.
Both Dark's Umbreon and Dark's Gatomon left an overly profound impression on people!
As Dark descended from the contestant stage, he was naturally greeted by the cheers of his classmates.
Just as he had said before going on stage, he, bearing the hopes of his classmates, successfully won the championship.
As for the champion's prize of 5000 academic credits, to him… it was truly a godsend!
"Finally, I have money to prepare Christmas presents!"
Dark looked at his Noble House classmates, with whom he didn't usually interact much, wondering if he should give everyone a gift, perhaps some chocolate?
Anyway, chocolate wasn't expensive.
1 academic credit could buy a large bar of chocolate.
"Dark, what are you thinking about?" Diana patted his shoulder.
Dark replied, "I'm thinking about how to use 5000 academic credits."
Diana immediately pouted.
Rose then smiled, "This time, don't the top ten also get academic credit rewards?"
Diana brightened up again.
Such simple children.
Dark was actually a little envious.
This internal competition, even its awards ceremony, seemed particularly formal.
The top-ranked… actually only eight students were summoned to the center of the arena, where the deans of each academy offered encouragement and rewards.
Finally, as per tradition, the champion delivered a speech.
Dark walked to the front, looking at the eager students.
Compared to the last internal competition, this champion was clearly more credible, and it seemed more people would listen attentively.
Professor Jones asked: "Demon, what are your thoughts on winning the championship for the second time?"
Dark smiled: "Just like last time, I'm quite honored. Everyone's progress has been significant; I always feel like I could lose if I'm not careful."
Professor Jones: "That's not something someone with a perfect record should say. While modesty is a virtue, excessive modesty…"
Dark interrupted: "Professor, I'm telling the truth."
Professor Jones wasn't annoyed; she paused, then changed the subject: "Then, like last time, would you mind sharing your insights on your studies during this period with your classmates?"
Dark smiled: "I'd be glad to progress together with my classmates."
Professor Jones pursed her lips slightly: "Then the stage is yours."
Dark nodded, then turned his gaze to the students arranged in four square formations.
He organized his thoughts and said: "I remember last time, I mainly spoke about the importance of moderation, and also mentioned balancing work and rest. I believe that might have helped some of you."
Emma below nodded vigorously.
Dark continued: "So this time, let's change the topic and talk about desire!"
"Desire is the primary driving force of human action."
"Whether it's eating, sleeping, or procreation, all are derived from the desire for survival."
"Only by facing one's own desires can one be motivated to move forward."
"Some people think desire and moderation are conflicting, but that's not true."
"I believe they are complementary!"
"Facing desire and acting upon it is one of the reasons I can stand here."
Dark never lied; both championship speeches reflected his true feelings.
This was his so-called "insights on learning."
He didn't believe what he said was absolutely right.
But he also didn't want to be perfunctory.
Again, the principles are laid out; taking them or not is one's own business.
To know and practice, or to know and not practice.
All determined by oneself.
However, Dark probably never imagined.
This time, the one who would truly take his words to heart would be Virt Gold.
Virt's eyes were full of confusion: "Facing desire, what is my desire?"
Dark shortened his speech time to under ten minutes this time.
He finished everything before some students could yawn.
Afterward, Professor Jones affirmed his speech and praised him a few times,
and this internal dueling competition thus concluded successfully.
Afterward, the first-year students simultaneously rushed to the cafeteria, then dispersed after dinner.
As Christmas approached, today being the third-to-last Friday before Christmas, Traveler's Street was already adorned with Christmas decorations, and there were even rumors of a circus performance.
So many people eagerly rushed to Traveler's Street.
The Christmas atmosphere was gradually thickening.
Dark declined Diana and Rose's invitation and returned to his dormitory alone.
He didn't forget to draw his daily portion of [Lust].
Today was December 8th. The [Pride] stored in the Worm Branch was 1 point, and [Lust]… had reached a full 10 points!
10 points of [Lust] were enough to create a new [Lust III]!
After today's internal competition, Dark felt even more strongly that the [Lust III] made using the Goddess's [Lust] was truly inconvenient; he needed his own [Lust III]!
Additionally, the [Pride II] he still held was actually a defective product.
A cooldown as high as 180 minutes was extremely inconvenient.
The next two days would be perfect for drawing [Pride]; 3 points of [Pride] would be enough to create a new [Pride II]!
At critical moments, they could also be used alternately.
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