Hello everyone. First and foremost, I apologize for the lateness of these two chapters. My reasoning is simple though. Wednesday night, I had wrote up my reviews and was ready to post the two chapters when I experienced difficulty loading the docs onto the site. Naturally, I grumbled and reported it (it always happens when I don't need it to, lol). Thursday morning, before work, I attempted to post once again. Sadly, the problem was still not fixed, and I couldn't load my docs still yet. I expressed my irritation with the tech people on about the fact that this problem had had happened many times before, and that it was somewhat irritating to deal with constantly. I was kind about how I said it though, so don't think I was rude and utterly downright disrespectful. I just showed my irritation was all. Anyways, I had no time Thursday evening, due that I had to leave immediately so that I could make it to my fiancé's place before very late (it's a four hour drive. It was 5:30 when I got home. I left at 6. Do the math, lol). So, again, I apologize for not getting this posted sooner.

I am happy to report though that I was married August 18th to the most wonderful half demon… I mean girl, hehe, in the world. I spent the entire weekend, plus part of yesterday with her. We're both very happy, and had a wonderful wedding. So, at least there is a positive part of my weekend, hehe.

At any rate, now I'll go ahead and post both of the final chapters that I promised to post. Again, sorry it took so long to be posted. I'm sure as you've all guessed, since I said two, there was 139 chapters. I thought about trying for 140, but lol, I ran out of stuff to write, hehe. Anyways, this is it I guess. This is my gift to everyone for all the support I've gotten on this story. I'm kind of sad I guess that this story is finishing up, but glad also, due that the sequel is coming up soon. Probably next week, I'll start posting it. So, no one be sad, due that this will continue. With what outcome though, who knows? Maybe it'll be the struggle after Gozaburo wins… Or it could be Illidan going insane and using the crown to kill everyone. Lol, but seriously, I hope everyone likes the ending. You all have been great, and thanks for all the support to the loyal and constant reviews. Maybe, just maybe, this story will hit 600 reviews before I close it out. If not, then this story has still surpassed all my expectations. Again, thanks everyone. Now, on with the answering of reviews!

Tomb Robber Vicky: Yeah, he keeps refilling his points, which makes it difficult for Illidan to make a dent in him. Thanks for the congrats.

Isis the Sphinx: Yes, I sent little Yugi to the Shadow Realm. Can you deal with that? Lol, but yes, I sent him. I thought I'd add a bit of drama at the least. The main character (one of them at least) had to go, so why not Yugi? But yeah, it's looking familiar, except without Yugi, hehe.

Strawberry Cake: Why not Ryon? He'll be worth it. Smirks at comment. Watches Birdman flying around the room and basking in sunlight. Harvey: "Need solar energy! Must have it to keep alive!" I never killed the grandma. It was you I believe Ryon that did that. At least they said you did it.

Ryon Nakura: Indeed it is. And no Ryou, you can't be in it. Go get reborn by a demon and a human, or two half demons. Then we'll talk.

Berry Kisses: Pins ears to head. Ryou, turn that crappy music off! Ach, my ears, they feel as if they're bleeding from that awful music! Slashes tape player and vcr in half with claws. Ah, at last, peace and quiet.

Fire Princess: Looks at bloated Ryon. Need some help? Smiling evil as he crackles claws.

Brianna Ishtar: It's possible to be both. Just look at … Hmm, I don't know of a good example. Ah yes, I remember. Look at Sesshomaru. He kills everyone, but yet keeps from killing on little girl. Whispers to Sesshomaru. You're keeping her for the grand finale, aren't you? Sesshomaru smirks evilly.

sweetxokissesxo: Laughs at card in garbage. Strikes a match and throws it in for good measure. There you go Ryou. Watches Ryou picking up flaming hot card. Ryou: "NOOOOO!"

Anon.: Lol, not sure who you are, but ok. Damn Ryon, you've gotten weak. Alright, I've decided to train you back into tip top shape of being evil. Training begins at 5 am! Ryon goes to only find me not there. Sucker, hehe. Stays in bed with Cindy and chuckles evilly.

Metal Overlord 2.0: Yeah, Anubis is one tough cookie. Thanks, lol. The Ojama's was just something to hurt Illidan as well as strengthen Gozaburo. It was a win win solution, lol. Glad you can't wait. You'll soon enough what happens.

Well, that's it. I'll make one last final review after the final chapter. I'll post it sometime this week, most likely. Also, as I said before, I'll begin posting the sequel starting next week. Again, thanks to everyone who has read this, and I encourage anyone and everyone to review. I enjoy listening to what the readers think of the story. Feedback is always helpful, whether it's good or bad. Plus, it gives me many ideas for things to work on.

That's it my friends, so enjoy these last two chapters. Again, I'll post again later this week to follow up. Anyways, till then, enjoy my friends. Later.

Chapter 138

Gozaburo only laughed and then drew his next card. He laughed manically after drawing his card, pointing at Illidan and saying "It's time I put you down once and for all Illidan. I reveal my trap card, Magical Trick Mirror! This trap card allows me to use one magic or trap card from your Graveyard as my own, and I know exactly what I want. I choose your Monster Reborn! Now I use it to resurrect The Winged Dragon of Ra (0/0)!"

Illidan was shocked, not to mention extremely terrified now at this move Gozaburo was making. Suddenly, Illidan's Graveyard glowed with a golden light and then his Egyptian God Card shot out of his Graveyard. The card then flew across the field to land in Gozaburo's hand, who then slapped the card to his Duel Disk. And then suddenly, there it was. The golden dragon let out a terrifying roar in an attempt to impress Anubis. Anubis only growled softly at the Egyptian God, which forced Ra to back down.

Gozaburo smiled evilly at Illidan and said "It's time I show you the most devastating of Anubis's effects. I now give up 1000 life points in order to transform Anubis into his God of Death form!" As Gozaburo's life points dwindled, Marie's body faded. She screamed in pain till only half of her face and where the bonds of the Shadow Realm were still visible. Anubis then began to glow with a black aura and the darkness of the Shadow Realm seemed to grow even darker. Finally, all of Anubis was transformed into a solid black color as his dark aura continued to flare out.

Gozaburo then called out, saying "When Anubis's God of Death form is created, he is allowed to destroy all monsters on your side of the field. Prepare to lose your monsters Illidan! Anubis, use your Judgment of Death to destroy all of Illidan's monsters!"

Everyone on the wall gasped, knowing Illidan was about to lose some seriously strong monsters thanks to Gozaburo's move. Illidan slightly growled, knowing this wasn't going to be pretty in the end. "I'll be completely defenseless once Gozaburo would attacks me, and if I use Return from a Different Dimension, I'll lose half my life points, and I just can't risk that!"

Anubis then let out an inhuman cry and shot a powerful blast of dark energy from his right fist directly at Illidan's monsters. The blast struck all four of them, making each scream in pain. Slowly, the dark energy coated each monster till it would explode. Queen's Knight let out a blood curdling scream as she was destroyed in this horrific way. Illidan finally couldn't bear to watch anymore and turned his head away. Obelisk was last to be destroyed. As hard as he fought, it was no use against the might of Anubis. Finally, he blew into millions of pieces as he let out a loud roar of pain. Once they were all gone, Illidan stared at an empty field.

Silently, he said "I'm sorry my monsters. I never wanted any of you to suffer such a terrible destruction. None of you deserved that."

He then stared at Gozaburo, who was laughing at the pain his monsters had felt. Then to Illidan's horror, Anubis transformed from his God of Death form to his normal form.

Illidan then spoke in a voice full of fear, saying "How did he return to normal?"

Gozaburo chuckled evilly and said "Easy. When Anubis has used his God of Death form, he returns to the field as he was once he has finished. Of course, he can't attack this turn, so that's why I required one of your Egyptian God Cards. Now, it's time I begin your final destruction! First, I shall play the magic card known as Red Medicine, which boosts my life points by 500, but those points aren't going to stay there long. Next, I give up all but 1 life point to The Winged Dragon of Ra to increase his points (549/549)!" As Gozaburo's life points drained away yet again, Marie's body became harder and harder to see. Only her right eye and a slight trace of her face were left due to Gozaburo only having one life point.

Illidan growled at Gozaburo's treatment of her, but there was little Illidan could do to help her.

Gozaburo then went laughed evilly and yelled "Now I sacrifice Anubis to The Winged Dragon of Ra, thus allowing Ra to gain Anubis's points (4350 + 549 4899/4899)!" Anubis then glowed with a soft white aura and then disappeared, while Ra glowed with golden energy and powered up, letting out a roar to show who was truly the strongest on the field.

Illidan only stood there, staring in disbelief. "If I use my trap, I'll destroy half of my friends at least most likely. If I don't use my trap, I'll lose almost all of them but one! Grr, I can't do it though! If I destroy them, that'd destroy me inside too much! I can't do it! There is a way to save them though, but I need that card to do it. I just have to hope I can do it next turn."

Gozaburo then interrupted Illidan's thoughts when he yelled "It's time you feel my wrath Illidan Stormrage! Winged Dragon of Ra, attack Illidan directly with your Blaze Cannon!" Ra let loose a mighty roar and ignited his powerful weapon on his back. A huge sphere of fire began to glow as it was fueled by the power that Anubis had given Ra. Ra let loose a roar and then opened it's mouth to fire the blast.

Everyone on the wall watched in horror as Ra fired it's most devastating attack directly at Illidan. All Illidan could do was brace himself for what he knew would be one brutal attack. The blast hit him hard, knocking him into the air and then into the tower wall. He smashed into it hard and then fell to the ground with a large thud. There Illidan would lie for what seemed like forever as Gozaburo burst out loud laughing.

Everyone on the wall was horrified at the site of Illidan lying on the ground. Marie looked on in horror, but was unable to say a word due that most of her body was gone. Silently, tears began to roll down from what was left of her face.

Gozaburo continued to laugh till he heard someone say in a raspy voice "It's… not over… yet."

He stopped and looked over to the corner to see Illidan slowly getting back up. Little by little, he slowly stood till he finally stood up straight. Then painstakingly, Illidan limped back over to his position on the field.

Gozaburo only grinned evilly at this new development. "So, you're not going to give it up are you Illidan?" he asked mockingly.

Illidan looked up at him with eyes that beamed with determination still yet, and then said "No, I will never give up! As long as there is breath left in me, I will never give up this fight!"

Gozaburo then laughed again and said "Good, cause I'd hate to not have the opportunity to torture you even more. Now watch as all your friends are about to suffer for your failure! But this time, it shall be different. Rather than spin the roulette several times, I've decided to send everyone except Yami to the Shadow Realm!"

Illidan only could watch in horror as screams began to fill the air. One by one, his friends cried out in pain as they slowly began to fade away into the Shadow Realm. A rage came over Illidan as he saw friend after friend disappear. It was almost too much for him to bear. Finally, the last scream was quieted and the sound of Millennium Items falling to the ground stopped. There was only Yami, Illidan, Marie, the judge, and Gozaburo left.

Illidan glared at Gozaburo, saying "How could you! They had done nothing to you, yet you destroyed them all! And for what? Tell me, why you have done this?"

Gozaburo only laughed and replied with "For it was you that committed the crime Illidan. It is your fault for what you did to me in ancient times! You stole Marie from me, and took her for your own. Then you banned me from gaining a Millennium Item! That was the final slap in the face and I decided then and there to take you out! If you weren't destroyed, you could seriously hurt all the people surrounding you, and I wasn't going to allow that!"

Illidan only sadly shook his head and calmly said "How sad. Even after 5000 years, you still don't understand why we wouldn't allow you to have the Millennium Crown. As well, you still don't understand why Marie decided to be with me. All that you accuse me of doing is wrong. The jealously and anger you felt towards me has allowed the Millennium Crown to cloud and control your mind. Gozaburo, you must let go if you're to survive and set yourself free."

Gozaburo only began to laugh at this and then replied with "You're such a fool Illidan! My mind has been set free, not clouded. With this Millennium Item, I shall finally shall set things right in this world!"

Illidan only shook his head again and said "Does that mean by setting things right you'll completely take over and oppress everyone? Will you even try to do that with Marie? Is that your idea of a perfect world?"

Gozaburo only chuckled and said "You'll see soon enough Illidan. Now, I'm ending my move, thus sending Ra back to your Graveyard. And as soon as you draw your next card, Anubis shall return and pass judgment on you! It's over Illidan, so just give up!"

With those words, Ra roared as he transformed into a golden light and then returned to the card on Gozaburo's Duel Disk. Once back in the card, Gozaburo picked up the card and tossed it at Illidan. Illidan caught it and then placed it back in his Graveyard.

Then Gozaburo calmly said "I end my move." (Gozaburo 1, Illidan 101)

Illidan then brought looked at his deck and closed his eyes as he slowly moved his hand forward to draw. "If I don't draw the right card this turn, I'm finished, and all those that suffered at Gozaburo's hand will have suffered in vain. No, I can't give up now! I will win, and I will save them all! I swore I'd save them, and I meant it! Please, Heart of the Cards, guide me!" As Illidan placed his fingers on the next card, he heard two voices crying out to him in his head.

Both were Yami and Marie calling out to him mentally. The first was Marie's, which said "Don't give up Illidan! I know you can do this! Just fight with all your heart, and I know you'll win. Remember also, I will always love you!"

The next voice was then Yami's, saying "Illidan, you can do it! Just believe in yourself and the Heart of the Cards! Remember, we all believe in you as well, so defeat Gozaburo now for all those who have fallen at his hands!"

Illidan mentally said "I will, and I promise I'll save you both somehow. Remember Marie, I love you as well."

Illidan then drew his card and slowly brought it up to look at it. He slowly opened his eyes to see it was a very useful card after all.

Before he could say a word though, Gozaburo laughed as his Graveyard glowed with a brilliant white light. Suddenly, Anubis then reappeared on the field in his traditional place.

Illidan smiled and then said "Since it's my Standby Phase, I now add Sinister Serpent back to my hand. Next, I'll play the magic card Card Destruction! This magic card forces us to both discard our entire hands to the Graveyard, then we each draw the same number of cards we just discarded from our decks. Since you hold no cards, you get no cards, but I get to draw a new hand."

Illidan then sent his entire hand to his Graveyard and slowly drew a new hand. Looking at it, he saw the two cards he needed and smiled.

He then looked up at Gozaburo and said "It's over for you now. It's time I bring about the beginning of your end."

Gozaburo only laughed and said "You really think you can beat me? Just try me!"

Illidan smirked and said "You asked for it then. I shall begin by bringing forth your beginning of the end. So, I move my Deck Master, Black Luster Soldier – Envoy of the Beginning (3000/2500) to the field in defense mode!" Illidan's large black armored soldier then leapt from his normal Deck Master Position to the field. He then took a knee and raised his shield and sword up to represent defense.

Gozaburo only burst out loud laughing, saying "You're a fool Illidan! Now once I destroy your Deck Master, you're finished. But don't forget, you brought him out onto the field and triggered Anubis's special ability! Anubis, use your Energy Drain on his pathetic Deck Master!" Anubis then brought forth one hand and fired a blast of pure white energy at Illidan's large warrior. The blast struck the powerful black armored monster hard, causing a huge explosion and a great deal of smoke to appear. Once the smoke cleared, Illidan's powerful warrior still stood on the field, but his armor was scratched and some of it was broken. His shield showed damage as well, as well as his scratched up sword. All these signs showed for sure that the warrior was definitely weaker (3000/500).

Illidan only looked on with confidence and then said "Next I'll bring out your end. I now remove my Spirit Reaper and Queen's Knight from my Graveyard to the Removed From Game pile to special summon my Chaos Emperor Dragon – Envoy of the End (3000/2500) in defense mode!" Suddenly the mighty black dragon with orange hair then appeared on the field and let loose a terrifying roar at Gozaburo. Gozaburo didn't bat an eye, but still the dragon let out another roar, hoping to strike some kind of fear into him and Anubis. Anubis only let out a small growl that made the dragon kind of tremble with fear of the mighty Egyptian God.

Gozaburo then began laughing and said "You are a true fool Illidan! Now you're dragon shall suffer a similar fate as your soldier! Go Anubis and use your Energy Drain on that dragon!" Anubis then stretched his hand out once more and fired a burst of white energy from his palm at the mighty dragon. The powerful black dragon was then struck and screeched in pain as the blast hit it. When it hit, a cloud of smoke rose from where the blast had made contact. When the smoke cleared, there stood the once powerful dragon with tattered wings and some minor cuts. It still had it's pride in tact, but was definitely weaker (3000/500).

Illidan still looked on with confidence though. Gozaburo only chuckled at Illidan and said "Why do you look so confident? Don't you realize you're about to lose this duel Illidan?"

Illidan only smiled and said "You're mistaken Gozaburo. It is you who is about to lose it all! Now I reveal my face down card: the trap card known as Return from the Different Dimension!" Suddenly a rift, one like D.D. Warrior Lady had created earlier in the duel, appeared above the field.

Illidan then said "Of course, this card does have a cost. I must now give up half of my life points, but since this duel is about over, it won't matter. Now that I've given up half, I must bring back as many monsters from my Removed From Game pile as I can, so I revive Queen's Knight (1500/1600) in defense, D.D. Warrior Lady (1500/1600) in defense, and Dark Magician of Chaos (2800/2600) in attack mode!" Suddenly the three monsters then came flying out of the rift and landed on the field in their respective modes. The two lady warriors each then took a knee to show their defensive stances, while the mighty mage took an attack pose.

Gozaburo only laughed at this little display and said "Illidan, you fool, you've triggered Anubis's special ability! Now Anubis, use your Energy Drain on all three of those monsters!" Anubis then stretched his hand out and fired three single shots of white energy. The first to get hit was Queen's Knight, who was screamed as she blew up. The next one to take the fall was D.D. Warrior Lady. Easily, the blast struck her, making her cry out in pain.

Yami gasped at this, thinking this was Illidan's plan, but Illidan only smiled as his monster's destruction and didn't say a thing.

Finally, the last blast struck Illidan's powerful mage. The mage was pushed backwards slightly, but held his ground. When the smoke cleared, the mage still stood, but was definitely weaker (800/2600). A slight trickle of blue blood could be seen going down his forehead and between his eyes. The mage's armor was torn and scratched up, but he showed the resolve to still fight.

Gozaburo only laughed at this and said "That was foolish Illidan, for you could have wiped out Anubis with your D.D. Warrior Lady! Now you're finished for your stupidity!"

Illidan only laughed and then pointed at Gozaburo, saying "It's not over yet. Now that I have my trio of Chaos Monsters on the field, you're finished. These three monsters united under the noblest of causes will triumph over your evil right here today!"

Gozaburo only laughed till Illidan then pulled one card out of his hand and said "This card will put you down once and for all. United, my Chaos Monsters shall prevail over you. Now I reveal the card of your demise! I play the magic card United We Stand, and equip this card to my Dark Magician of Chaos! For each monster I have on the field, my Dark Magician of Chaos gains 800 points, and since I have all three of my Chaos Monsters out, that means a nice bonus of 2400 (2400 + 800 3200/2400 + 2600 5000)!" The powerful mage then began to glow with new a new strength. Like Illidan, his strength came from his friends. "In a way, I feel like my three Chaos Monsters are like me, Marie, and Yami from old times. The three of us were so close and grew on one another's strengths. Now my three monsters shall do the same thing in order to win this duel."

Gozaburo watched in horror as the dark aura surrounding the powerful mage began to grow stronger by the minute. Finally, the mage was done powering up and opened his eyes to stare at Gozaburo with his red irises. The mage then swung his staff in front of himself till finally it was pointing at Gozaburo. Gozaburo only stared on, with horror still written on his face, knowing what was to come.