After Dark Bakura vanished, Bakura's normal self slumped unconscious against the wall.
"Alright—Bakura's situation is handled," Kisaragi said, turning to Pegasus. "Now, as agreed, release the souls of those people."
Pegasus suddenly laughed.
"You truly astonish me, Miss Kisaragi. Your spirit's power actually surpasses the Millennium Item's force—no wonder I couldn't read your mind during the duel. I admit defeat."
"And as for those three souls… I already released them. They should wake up before long."
"…Good." Hearing that, Kisaragi started to leave.
"Please, wait." Pegasus called out.
"Miss Kisaragi, our agreement wasn't limited to those three souls. Since you defeated me—the 'Father of Duel Monsters'—then by our contract, from today onward you will obtain 60% of Industrial Illusions' shares, along with the tournament prize money."
"So then—as Industrial Illusions' largest shareholder… how will you dispose of everything here? And what will you do with me? After all, I was once your enemy."
Pegasus stared at her, unblinking.
Kisaragi didn't answer immediately. Instead, she looked past him—toward the painting behind him.
"That woman… she's the one you loved, isn't she?" Kisaragi asked softly. "And everything you've done… it was for her. Right?"
Pegasus' eyes widened.
"Your insight is sharp… Yes. Everything I did was to obtain KaibaCorp's virtual hologram research. I wanted to recreate my beloved—Cecilia."
"Pegasus," Kisaragi said, voice turning colder, "your beloved was probably a pure and beautiful woman. If she knew you committed filthy acts—just to 'revive' her… what do you think she would feel?"
Those words struck Pegasus like a blade.
"…You're right." Pegasus' head fell. He dropped to his knees. "If she knew what I did… what would she think of me?"
Kisaragi sighed.
"Since I'm the largest shareholder, I'll leave the CEO position to you. I'll simply enjoy the rights of a shareholder. As for management and executive decisions—I'm delegating all of it to you."
"What?!" Pegasus blurted out.
"I'm still a high schooler," Kisaragi said lazily, stretching as if it were nothing. "My only real advantage is dueling. Running a company? That's for professionals."
Pegasus chuckled.
"Heh… You really are something. If that's your demand, I accept. Every quarter, your dividends will be paid in full. And any new cards we release—you'll get them first. As for any Industrial Illusions property… you may enter freely and spend without charge."
"Good." Kisaragi nodded. "One more thing. The tournament prize money goes directly to Jonouchi Katsuya—that was our promise. And arrange the best ophthalmologist for his sister's surgery."
"No problem. I'll have it handled."
Kisaragi turned and left.
To the Dungeon
Halfway down the corridor, two black-suited guards stepped into her path.
"Miss Kisaragi. Mr. Pegasus instructed us to take you to the dungeon—where Seto Kaiba is being held."
"Alright," Kisaragi said. "Lead the way."
They bowed and escorted her below.
Kaiba Awakens
Kaiba slowly came to, forcing himself to stand.
"Where… is this?" His eyes narrowed. "Right—I lost to Pegasus…"
A key turned in a lock.
Kaiba snapped his gaze to the door—alert, guarded.
The cell door opened.
And Kisaragi stepped in.
"Kaiba! Are you okay?!" Kisaragi rushed forward, worry plain on her face.
Light returned to Kaiba's once-empty eyes.
He said nothing—only pulled her into a tight embrace, as if afraid she might vanish.
Kisaragi froze, face burning red, body stiff with embarrassment.
"…Thank you," Kaiba murmured in a deep voice.
Kisaragi's heart hammered so hard it felt loud.
An Awkward Audience
Just then, Yugi's group reached the dungeon—and saw Kaiba hugging Kisaragi.
Everyone stopped dead.
The air turned painfully awkward—Jonouchi and Honda even turned red.
Kisaragi noticed them, panicked, and quickly slipped out of Kaiba's arms, standing aside with a flushed face.
Mai immediately stepped forward to smooth things over.
"We didn't see anything," she declared. "Nothing at all. You two carry on—we'll take these brats and leave!"
She shoved Jonouchi and the others away at speed.
"Hey! Why're you pushing me?!" Jonouchi protested.
"Stop whining," Mai snapped, bonking him on the head. "The mood was perfect—don't ruin it!"
"Ow!!"
"Tch…" Kaiba's voice was clearly annoyed. "Those idiots…"
Kisaragi, still red, blurted out: "K-Kaiba, let's go check on Mokuba!"
Then she practically fled the cell.
"…Fine." Kaiba's mouth lifted slightly as he followed.
Mokuba's Cell
When they arrived, Mokuba had just awakened.
At Kisaragi's signal, the guard opened the door.
"Brother!!" Mokuba burst into tears and hugged Kaiba tightly.
"Mokuba—are you alright?!"
"I'm fine… as long as you're safe."
Then Mokuba sniffed the air, caught a familiar fragrance, and glanced past Kaiba—toward Kisaragi.
He smiled mischievously.
"Brother… you smell really nice. Like… someone else's perfume."
Kaiba's face flushed faintly—then he forced it down immediately.
"Stop saying nonsense. Let's get out of here."
He strode out first. Mokuba followed, giggling.
Outside the Dungeon
"Kaiba, that jerk… hugging Kisaragi like it's natural!" Jonouchi fumed.
"Jonouchi," Mai said, amused, "Kaiba likes her. Isn't that obvious? Or… are you jealous?"
"N-No!" Jonouchi stammered. "I don't have any funny ideas about Kisaragi anymore! We're just friends! Back then I was only chasing her to compete with Kaiba!"
Mai felt strangely reassured—and her lips curled into a pleased smile.
At that moment, Pegasus' attendant approached the group.
"Greetings. By Miss Kisaragi's instruction, the tournament prize money will be transferred to Mr. Jonouchi Katsuya. In addition, Industrial Illusions will arrange the finest eye surgeon for your sister's operation."
"…Really?" Jonouchi's eyes filled with tears. "That's… that's amazing…"
"Jonouchi—this means Shizuka can see again," Anzu said warmly.
Yugi frowned slightly. "You said… Miss Kisaragi instructed this?"
"Yes. Because Miss Kisaragi defeated Mr. Pegasus, she now owns 60% of Industrial Illusions. She is our largest shareholder—so even Mr. Pegasus must follow her directives."
Everyone stared in shock.
"Kisaragi's unbelievable," Mai muttered. "Backed by Kaiba and controlling Industrial Illusions…"
Just then, Kaiba and Mokuba emerged from the dungeon with Kisaragi.
Jonouchi was the first to rush over—grabbing Kisaragi's hand tightly.
"Kisaragi… I'll never be able to repay this. But if you ever need anything—just say the word. I won't refuse."
Kaiba's eyes went cold the instant he saw Jonouchi holding her hand.
"You third-rate duelist—get your filthy hand off her. If she needs anything, I'll provide it."
With that, Kaiba took Kisaragi with him, pulling her away.
"Kaiba, you—!!" Jonouchi snapped.
"Jonouchi," Anzu sighed, "how many times do you have to learn?"
Honda suddenly looked around. "Uh… wait. How are we getting back?"
"Please rest assured," the attendant said. "Per Miss Kisaragi's orders, Industrial Illusions will arrange a cruise ship to return you all safely."
Everyone finally relaxed.
"Alright," Yugi said. "Let's go."
"Yeah!"
…And so, Duelist Kingdom came to its close.
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