"If I do this, can I become stronger?"
"Of course you can, absolutely!"
Tenjo Hikari nodded, locking eyes with Masumi Kotsu, whose deep, shimmering purple gaze seemed to draw Masumi in.
If it were any other time, hearing such a slogan, she'd probably think the person was a nutcase.
Yet.
At this moment, facing Tenjo Hikari directly, in a Duel with Tenjo Hikari, she felt that kind of impulse.
Perform a Fusion Summon—whatever it is, just Fusion Summon it first!
"Tsk… a madman from the Fusion Dimension." Kurosaki Shun looked at Tenjo Hikari's declaration on the screen and felt that this person was definitely a lifelong enemy.
If the strongest summoning method in a Dimension is mastered by such an extreme madman, what would this Dimension be like?
It's simply unimaginable.
However, to his surprise, people from the Synchro Dimension seemed quite happy, with many even screaming at the scene.
In the comments section, a flood of comments poured in like rain.
"Here it comes! It's the same vibe! Half a year ago, when I saw him Duel Crow in City 8 Area, he was just like this!"
"What luck, I've only seen that Duel from over a year ago until now."
"But, being able to say such things without shame or hesitation, that's truly remarkable."
"I was puzzled as to how this Absolute Fusion Master got together with Yusei, but now it seems that their Duel philosophies differ, yet in terms of conduct, they are actually very similar—inclusive, cooperative, though with differences, key is no disputes! No wonder he was teamed up with Yusei."
"Suddenly, I feel like I can accept having an Other Dimension person in the 5DS Team... What's going on, have I been brainwashed?"
"Wow… Fudou Yusei's team really vividly showcases diversity. Revolutionary Army's Crow, the higher-up King Jack, the Fusion Master from Another Dimension… In this light, it seems Yusei really wasn't lying, huh?"
The Nordic Trio exchanged glances, and finally understood why "Light" was so curious and had followed them all along.
No wonder, even though Light heard their animosity towards Jack Atlas, there was no malice.
Perhaps to Tenjo Hikari, hostility or fighting spirit doesn't matter, as long as they aren't causing trouble, he can understand them.
"Could it be that Fudou Yusei really wants to create a world like they said?" Brever found it hard to believe.
"Collaboration, does he want a return to the original Synchro?" Harald dared to speculate on a possibility he himself couldn't believe.
"But, this indeed is the most perfect solution... having everyone, all the Gods return to collaboration... Can this really be achieved?" Brever was skeptical of such a concept.
"Hmph, perfect? Just escapism—a foolish idea of not wanting to fight others! Plus, with Jack Atlas around, I absolutely don't believe they can achieve what they say," Dragan coldly said, unable to trust Jack.
Within the Nordic Trio, everyone had their thoughts, discussed a bit, but reached no conclusion, though they generally agreed that Yusei and Tenjo Hikari seemed indeed worth anticipating.
Naturally, other "Divine Chosen" teams also have their thoughts.
Among many teams, the New World Team trio silently recorded video and lightly swiped data, but from their sparse conversations, it was evident their impression of Tenjo Hikari wasn't low.
"...My turn, Draw!"
She drew a card and exclaimed.
This is the gift I exchanged with Yuzu—
She took a deep breath.
Gem-Knight Dispersion, which she didn't have.
But if she uses this card, she could also do what Tenjo Hikari did!
"Then—let's use this!" Masumi Kotsu revealed her Hand Card, "Activate the effect of Brilliant Rose in my Hand Card!
This card's name is treated as a Gem-Knight Card according to rules. Discard 1 other Gem-Knight Card or Melodious card from hand to activate. Special Summon from the hand!"
She discarded Gem-Knight Emerald from her hand, then Special Summoned a Monster onto the field.
A brilliant silver-white Crystal Rose slowly bloomed on the emerald-green branches, like the purest Gemstone of friendship.
Brilliant Rose, LV 2, Light Attribute, Rock-Type, ATK 500.
"Once per turn, you can send 1 Gem-Knight Monster or Melodious Monster from the Extra Deck to the Graveyard to activate. Until the End Phase of the turn, this card's name, type, and attribute become the same as the original name, type, and attribute of the monster sent to the Graveyard for this effect!"
Brilliant Rose!?
Tierra leaned forward, curiously watching the card.
An unknown creation.
It seemed… not something from their world!
This is a card that could naturally be born in this world!
She was surprised.
No matter if it's a being from a different world, as long as a true bond is formed, it can connect?
Dueling… still so mysterious.
"I may not be able to become a true Knight, but I will protect my friends, protect Yuzu!"
"Masumi—" Yuzu felt a bit embarrassed.
Who protects who is hard to say... especially with Yuya around.