Yusei life points 4000 speed counters 5 Grieger life points 3400 speed counters 5: "It's my move Gieger, so first I'll play my facedown card." Yusei said. "The speed spell Cosmic Inferno."

"What kind of card is that?" Grieger asked before purple flames emerged from Yusei's duel runner.

"Cosmic Inferno costs 1000 life points, but I'm allowed to summon three monsters from my deck, so I'll summon Junk Synchron, Debris Dragon, and Effect Veiler." Yusei said as the three monsters emerged from the flames. "Now I have everything I need."

"What do you mean, none of those monsters are strong enough to defeat either of my reactors." Grieger said calmly.

"I know, but I never planned on using these three." Yusei said as his mark began glowing and a purple aura appeared around him. "Dragon of darkness born from my very being! Unlock the seal on your ancient powers! I grant you my power to end this battle! Come forth, Immortal Cosmic Dragon!"

"What in the world?" Grieger asked in shock. "What kind of monster is that?"

"My Immortal Cosmic Dragon is strong enough to defeat your Synchro Reactor LV." Yusei said. "Plus since I used Cosmic Inferno this turn if he destroys your monster in battle you lose an extra 700 life points. Now I attack Trap Reactor Y FI with Immortal Cosmic Dragon to end my turn."

Yusei life points 3000 speed counters 6 Grieger life points 300 speed counters 4: "It's my move, so I'll use another ability of Synchro Reactor LV." Grieger said. "I can summon a synchro monster to the field, so I play Dark Strike Fighter in defense mode."

"Why did you summon that, it isn't strong enough to defeat my monster." Yusei said before wincing in pain.

"Yusei, what's wrong?" Grieger asked.

"I'm alright." Yusei said.

"If you're sure, I use Dark Strike Fighter's special ability to sacrifice Synchro Reactor LV and deal 1800 points of damage to your life points." Grieger said.

"Why would you sacrifice your strongest monster?" Yusei asked.

"Simple, when it's destroyed Synchro Reactor LV let's my summon Flying Fortress SKY FIRE at the cost of half my life points, and now I'll end my turn by discarding one card and destroying your Immortal Cosmic Dragon." Grieger said.

The moment Immortal Cosmic Dragon was destroyed Yusei's duel runner suddenly swerved several times before he managed to regain control.

Yusei life points 1200 speed counters 7 Grieger life points 150 speed counters 5: "It's my turn Grieger, and this duel is over." Yusei said.

"Yusei, you can barely keep your runner under control. You should stop the duel and get it repaired." Grieger said.

"It isn't my runner. Anyway now I'll play one card facedown." Yusei said.

"Yusei, the first card you play each turn is destroyed automatically and then you lose 800 life points." Grieger said.

"I know, but now I can summon Rapid Warrior and using his effect I can attack your life points directly." Yusei said winning the duel.

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"That monster, this isn't possible." Goodwin said fearfully.

"Alright Goodwin, what's going on?" Jack asked. "Just what kind of monster is that Immortal Cosmic Dragon?"

"I'll be able to tell you once the Fortune Cup is over, but right now there's something I need to address. Something that requires immediate and drastic action." Goodwin said. "Lazar you are to inform me if anything happens."

"Of course director." Lazar said as Goodwin walked out of the room. "Well Jack I must admit that Mr. Fudo's dueling ability continues to impress. Who knows that dragon of his may be enough to defeat you."

"I wouldn't worry about that, I have something in mind to take down that Immortal Cosmic Dragon." Jack said. In fact, it's thanks to Yusei this idea is even possible, he thought confidently.

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"That dragon, what in the world was it?" Akiza asked holding her arm.

"I don't know, I've never seen anything like it." Commander Koda said. "Still it looks to have quite the difficult summoning requirements which means provided you can keep it off the field you won't have to worry about facing it in battle."

"Unless he manages to play Cosmic Inferno, then he can summon it in one turn." Akiza said thoughtfully.

"Akiza has a point." Luna said quietly. Still, what's wrong with Yusei, and why does Immortal Cosmic Dragon feel just like him, she thought.

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"You're certain Rex?" Roman asked nervously. "The dragon was glowing both crimson and purple?"

"Yes, it seems our fears were justified. Yusei Fudo is in possession of a monster that wields the powers of the light and darkness." Goodwin said. "If it becomes necessary we may need to resort to that."

"That's out of the question, you and I both know that the risks are far greater than anything that could come from the approaching battles." Roman said.

"I know, but things have changed far more drastically than we know. This may very well be our only chance to stop such a creature." Goodwin said. "Plus we both owe him, and should do anything we can to save his son."

"Alright, let me know what happens at the conclusion of the tournament." Roman said. "If possible we should try and find an alternate solution to this situation."

"I understand Roman, I'll be sure to inform you of the situation." Goodwin said before hanging up the phone. I only hope for both of our sakes that we don't need to use his last resort, he thought.

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"What an amazing duel, Yusei Fudo revealed quite the powerful new dragon and managed to pull off a victory against Grieger." the MC announced. "Of course now we have three powerful duelists eager for the chance to take on Yusei in the finals. As you recall, Luna earned a second chance by defeating Professor Frank, but will her luck hold out against the Black Rose Akiza, and the calculating Commander Koda? There's only one way to find out."

"Good luck Luna, you as well Akiza." Commander Koda said calmly.

"Luck won't make a difference." Akiza said coldly before meeting Luna's eyes.

There has to be a way I can show her she's not alone, Luna thought, I hope I can figure out how in this duel.

"Let's duel." Luna, Akiza, and Commander Koda said simultaneously.

(Yusei managed to defeat Grieger but Goodwin and Roman are incredibly nervous about his dragon. Next chapter the three-way duel will begin. As always any reviews or critique is appreciated.)