Hey there everyone! Well, my day was decent yesterday. Heh, I went and helped my dad finish the last of our hay only to have a piece on our bailer breaker. Luckily, he got someone else close by to finish up for us. I also got a report on my grandfather, and he's still getting better. He can halfway open his eyes now, plus their going to take the ventilator away soon, like tomorrow I think. Overall, he's doing better each time I hear about him, which I'm happy. I get to see him tomorrow, so I'll get to see first hand how he's doing.

Hurray! Someone guessed the correct answer, although I could disqualify the answer, hehe. I asked for the boy's name, not the movie name, lol. Kidding of course. Thank you Isis for guessing the correct answer, hence this chapter is just for you. The idea for the Dorm Wars came from the first Harry Potter book/movie (The Sorcerers Stone). Since the three houses of Hogwarts had a competition, I thought why not put the GX Dorms up to it.

Last time, Marie won her duel against Izumi, giving the students some hope of winning the Dorm Wars. Later that night, the mysterious stranger met up with three people, who appear to be students, but whom are they? And what does this stranger have planned for Illidan? And how does he know Shando, Illidan's father in the past!?

Alright, now it's time once again! That's right, it's review time!

pink-kiss-candy: Lol, one word. Well, wow does say it all I guess, hehe.

Isis the Sphinx: Yes, plot development at long last, lol. Too bad that overheat light burned out. Maybe you just need a thermometer. But yes, you got the answer correct, so congrats!

Ultimate Legendary Master: Thanks. It's cool about my grandpa. He's getting better each day, so I'm not that worried now. Yeah, the guilt trip thing sucks.

x-knight20: Thanks for the compliment and for thinking of my grandpa.

Ok, that does it for the reviews. Right quick, I'll fill you guys in on what's going on with this story. I'm currently working on the final chapters, so once I finish, I can post 3 a week instead of 2. Also, I am currently working on a one-shot/songfic for Inuyasha entitled This Animal. I should have it done sometime in the near future for any Inuyasha fans that might be out there. As well, I have plans to write 2 more songfics before I begin diving into my next major story, Another. When Another will be done, heh, I don't know. It's going to be a long Inuyasha fic, I'm sure of that much. As for anymore stories dealing with Illidan and Marie, well, as I've said before, there are no more once this one ends. I've thought about going beyond this one, but changed my mind. No need to really, plus I think where I end this story will pretty much be a definite ending for this series.

Alright, I'd better go. I hope you all enjoy this chapter. I look forward to the reviews from it. Thanks to everyone for your reviews this time, and to each of you who have wrote back about my grandfather. You guys are so awesome, so keep up the reviews and I'll catch you all next week.

Chapter 22

In the middle of the night, Illidan suddenly sat up in bed panting hard, with sweat pouring from his shaking body.

Putting his face in his hands, he whispered "It was just a nightmare."

Looking over to see Marie still contently asleep, he slowly slid out of bed and went to the bathroom. Using a damp rag, he wiped his face off and looked up into the mirror. Terror was still filling his eyes.

Deciding to get some fresh air, Illidan walked outside onto the balcony of their home. Standing there, he took a deep breath, trying hard to calm down.

"Why now bring up those horrible memories?" he softly asked himself aloud.

Looking down at his chest, he lightly chuckled, saying "I swear, if I had the Millennium Key still, it would be glowing for sure."

Taking a deep breath again, he stared up into the sky, observing the clear night sky with all the stars twinkling. Softly smiling, he recalled how much he truly enjoyed staring at the sky.

"What's wrong?" Marie asked sleepily as she came up behind him wearing a silver nightgown. It had two small straps at the top and hugged her curves in all the right places, and went to her ankles in length.

Sighing, Illidan waved her off, saying "Nothing."

Lightly grunting, Marie came up and embraced him from behind, placing her head on his back. "Don't do this Illidan."

Knowing she would find out eventually, he broke up the embrace and turned around to embrace her from the front. Looking down, he sighed as she glanced into her chocolate orbs.

"I had a dream of the past. That's all." he said with a bit of hesitance.

"And…" Marie asked, knowing there was more.

Lightly sighing, he continued with "It was about the time Zell kidnapped you."

Nodding, Marie held Illidan closer and placed her chin in the crook of his neck. "It's alright. You don't have to tell me anymore."

Thankful, Illidan pulled her back and softly said "I don't know why I'd think about him though. It's been five millennia, and I know he's dead, but why now, I don't know."

Thinking for a moment, Marie replied "Possibly due that I had that nightmare the other night about him. Maybe that just triggered a memory in you to resurface."

Pondering for a moment, Illidan finally said "Maybe…"

Softly smiling, Marie hugged him again and then pulled back, saying "Come to bed. You'll be tired if you don't."

Nodding, Illidan followed her back in, but still couldn't shake the thoughts to why he had a vision of his past memories. "There has to be a reason that memory came up."

Finally ignoring it, Illidan slid back into bed and fell back to sleep. "I'll worry about it tomorrow or someday…" he thought as he slipped into unconscious sleep.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------

The next day passed by quickly. It began with Banner almost attempting to sneak a peak up Marie's nightgown, which was quickly foiled by Marie dropping a heavy book on his head. Banner quickly retreated to his room, knowing Illidan would kill him if he didn't.

The students mostly relaxed all day long, with most just staying in their rooms or chatting. Some dueled, but most just relaxed for a majority of the day.

Finally, evening came, and the time for the second duel of the weekend between teachers arrived. Both Illidan and Marie showed up along with all the other teachers on the stage at the dueling ring with Duel Disks and decks ready.

The students had piled in once again into the stands, hoping to watch their teachers and headmasters duel. Each was semi-excited once again after watching the duel the night before.

Clearing his throat, Chancellor Shepherd stepped to the center of the dueling ring, and said "Attention students!"

All eyes went to the Chancellor as he continued with "I welcome you all back again tonight. Without further ado, let's get this show on the road! Activate the random duel generator!"

The screen that was centered at the middle of the field on the far wall buzzed to life as names were quickly generated. Many names kept being ran as the generator sorted through them all.

At long last, the first name was picked, showing Dr. Crowler as the first of two to be picked. Crowler puffed out his chest, showing his usual arrogance about being picked.

Soon enough, the other name generator stopped, and all gasped as it came up with Professor Illidan Stormrage. Crowler only glowered at Illidan, but finally smirked.

"The duel tonight will be Dr. Vellian Crowler vs. Professor Illidan Stormrage! It is Obelisk Blue Headmaster vs. Slifer Red Headmaster in a grudge match!" announced the Chancellor with much excitement.

The student body was soon extremely excited. There hadn't been a duel between Obelisk and Slifer Headmasters before, and no one wanted to miss it.

"This is going to be a sweet duel!" exclaimed Jaden.

Crossing his arms in his usual manner, Chazz said with a bored expression "He'll probably lose."

Syrus looked over at Jaden, who beamed with pure enthusiasm, and then back at Chazz. After a moment, he said "I think he can do it. You're right Jaden, Professor Illidan will win!"

"Tough call soldier. Dr. Crowler is a tough commando, so I don't know if Professor Stormrage can combat that." Hasselberry commented.

"I wouldn't underestimate Professor Stormrage guys. We all saw what his wife can do last night, so you never know what he can do." Alexis interjected.

All seemed to ponder it, except Jaden, who simply said "Still, this will be one heck of a sweet duel!"

Back on the field, Marie gave Illidan a good luck kiss, and whispered in his ear "Good luck my love."

Smiling at her, he whispered back "Thank you."

She turned and left the field quickly and took a seat near Jaden's group. Smiling, she silently said "I know he can do it."

Meanwhile, Bonaparte pulled Crowler to the side, and said low enough so only Dr. Crowler could hear him "You have to win this! Put that slacker in his place, and then we will be able to get rid of the Red Dorm!"

Waving Bonaparte off, Crowler replied "Don't worry. That slacker won't beat me. Besides, I owe him one for helping eliminate me in that three way duel!"

Walking away from Bonaparte and back to the middle of the field, Crowler smirked as he arrived in the middle. Illidan awaited him, along with Chancellor Shepherd.

Seeing both had great intensity in their eyes, Shepherd said "I want a clean duel. You both know the rules. By the way, Crowler, since you were picked first, you have option of who goes first."

"This slacker can." Crowler replied without hesitation.

Lightly smirking, Illidan said "Best be careful with your words Dr. Crowler, for they could be your undoing."

"Enough!" the Chancellor interjected.

Turning the mike back on, Chancellor Shepherd announced "Professor Illidan shall begin the duel first."

Stepping off the stage, Shepherd called out "Begin!"

Both Illidan and Crowler simultaneously said "Game on!"

Each of their Duel Disks came to life, with Illidan's sliding out and powering up, and Crowler's lighting up. Both drew their first five cards and prepared to duel.

Drawing his sixth card, Illidan calmly placed it on his Duel Disk, saying "I place a monster face down and one card face down. That's all for me." (Illidan 8000, Crowler 8000)

Chuckling, Crowler held his hand out under where his card slot was, as the card slowly slid out, saying "What a pathetic first move. But then again, that's expected for a Slifer Red. Now, I'll show you a true first move! I play two copies of the spell card Fiend Sanctuary! Thanks to these spell cards, I can special summon two Metal Fiend Tokens (0/0)!"

Two small creatures made of metal spheres that gradually got larger appeared in a hunched over stance on the field.

"I now sacrifice both of my tokens to summon Ancient Gear Golem (3000/3000)!"

Both small metal creatures vanished from the field in a flash and a large machine creature made up of gears and heavy metal with a single red eye appeared on the field. It let out a small mechanical groan, showing it's readiness for battle.

"Wow, he already summoned his strongest monster!" Syrus exclaimed in total shock.

"Dr. Crowler isn't messing around today." Jaden commented with interested eyes.

With a grave voice, Bastion added "This doesn't go well for Professor Illidan."

"He's already outmaneuvered, and it's just the first turn!" Hasselberry added.

Looking on, Marie calmly watched. Seeing her calmness, Zane coolly said "He'll be alright."

She only nodded, seemingly fixated on the duel.

Back on the field, Dr. Crowler laughed, saying "You're only one turn in and already in major trouble Illidan! Have you realized yet that you are no match for me?!"

"Feh, as if one turn proves anything." Illidan coolly stated back.

Highly annoyed and angered, Crowler yelled "Ancient Gear Golem, attack that pathetic face down monster with Mechanized Melee!"

Pulling back it's massive right arm, the mechanical behemoth pushed forward it's heavy metal fist straight for the face down card image with incredible speed.

Before it could hit, Illidan called out "Thanks for falling into my trap! I activate my trap…"

Laughing obnoxiously, Crowler said "You are a slow one. Since you didn't know, I'll tell you a little secret about my Ancient Gear Golem. It has a very special ability. When it attacks, you can't activate a spell or trap card till the Damage Step! That means no trap activation for you!"

Growling loudly in frustration, Illidan watched as the mechanical monster continued on. The face down card image on the field flashed a bit of light up, revealing a young man with blonde hair that stood up, a red headband, and a purple set of tight fitting armor that had straps at the shoulders and no sleeves appeared. He held a green staff in front of his body, hoping to block the on coming attack.

Slightly calming, Illidan called out "At least I'll take no damage from this attack."

Laughing manically again, Crowler wagged his finger, saying "Not exactly. You see, when Ancient Gear Golem attacks, his other special ability kicks in. If his attack points are higher than your monster's defense points, he deals the difference directly to your life points!"

"Trample!" Illidan said in shock.

Smirking, Crowler added "Yes, that's the slang you slackers use for it."

At that moment, the large machine monster fist finally struck the young mage, who could do nothing but scream in pain as he exploded into millions of pieces. The fist of the machine monster didn't stop though, for it followed through and struck Illidan hard, knocking him five feet backwards and onto the ground.

The entire crowd gasped as they watched the carnage. After a moment, Illidan stood up and quickly moved back to his position.

A small grin came over Illidan's face, as he said "Thanks for that."

Confused, Crowler asked "What do you mean?"

Smirking, Illidan replied "Simple. When you destroyed my Apprentice Magician (400/800), you triggered his effect. Now I get to special summon one new Spellcaster type monster that's level two or lower to the field in face down defense mode."

Pulling his deck out, Illidan quickly picked a card and slapped it to his Duel Disk. Putting his deck back, he smirked once more, saying "Is that all you have?"

Highly annoyed, Crowler squawked back "Don't get cheeky with me! I place one card face down and end my turn." (Illidan 5800, Crowler 8000)

Quickly drawing his next card, Illidan called out "I start by playing Pot of Greed! That means two more cards for me."

Picking up two more cards, Illidan smiled and said "Next, I flip summon my face down monster, so meet Magician of Faith (300/400)!"

A young female mage with shoulder length pink hair that was tied up in a pony tail, excluding some bangs that wore purple robes with a red undershirt and pink pants and a golden half moon staff appeared on the field. She gave off a small wink to Crowler, who seemingly ignored her.

"Thanks to flipping her, I get to add a spell card from my Grave to my hand, so Pot of Greed is returning now."

Slowly, the spell card slid out of the Graveyard slot and into Illidan's waiting hand, who simply turned it towards Crowler and said "And guess what, I'm playing it again, meaning two more cards for me!"

As Illidan picked up two more cards, the crowd discussed his strategy.

"He played an excellent move!" Bastion said with enthusiasm beaming through.

Smirking, Chazz simply stated "He managed to pull off a decent combo."

"Nice move!" Alexis commented.

Staring on, Zane smiled, mentally saying "He purposely got his monster destroyed last turn so he could play this strategy. I would be willing to bet Pot of Greed was already in his hand. He simply waited for Crowler to destroy his monster, and then played his Magician of Faith back so he could use it to draw more cards. In one turn, he drew five cards. That type of strategy takes a lot of thinking. I'm beginning to think he is quite the strategist."

"Good job Illidan. That's the way to start a comeback." Marie silently thought with a smile.

On the field, Illidan glanced at his new cards and smirked, saying "Let's see how you like this! I sacrifice my Magician of Faith to summon Cybernetic Magician (2400/1000)!"

A small flash appeared on the field as the young female mage vanished, and a new mage clad in white appeared. He had a small pointed hat, a white and silver trench coat/robes, blue pants, white boots that went up to his knees, and a small l-shaped rod that had a small bit past the corner of the L size. His hair was blonde, and his skin tone was light green.

Pointing at the new mage, Crowler quickly yelled "That monster has fewer points than my Golem! Why bother summoning that pathetic mage!?"

Smirking at the comment, Illidan replied "Haven't you ever heard that attack points aren't everything? My mage is here to prove that, and it starts by me sending my Diffusion-Wave Motion to the Graveyard in order to activate his special ability! Since I sent a card to the Graveyard, he now reduces one monster's attack points to 2000 for this turn. Guess who is losing points!"

Crowler only shrieked in horror as he watched the mage begin to slightly glow white along with the machine creature. Soon enough, the stats on creature lowered to 2000 (2000/3000).

"NO FAIR!" he squawked out.

Lightly chuckling, Illidan replied "All is fair in Duel Monsters. Cybernetic Magician, cut that tin can down if you would please!"

Nodding curtly at his master's orders, the mage leapt into the air and pointed his staff at the weakened machine creature. In a flash, a white sphere flew across the field and struck the machine creature, which let out a loud cry as a hole was created through it by the large sphere. Soon enough, the creature exploded, sending parts flying all over the field, causing Crowler to cringe.

"I'm not through yet, for I activate the spell card Magical Dimension! With this, I can sacrifice my Cybernetic Magician for yet another Spellcaster from my hand, so I pick Chaos Command Magician (2400/1900)!"

A golden statue suspended by four chains within a small cube like metal frame appeared onto the field. The statue's top half opened up and sent out a beam of light at the white robed mage, who was instantly sucked in. Immediately, the doors closed on the statue, only to reopen moments later to shoot out another beam. The new beam formed a new mage, who was in mostly black robes with a little yellow trim. His facial skin was light blue, which was the only skin really shown. The rest of his body was wrapped up in the black robes, with a long black cape on his back and a large black hat on his head. In his hands was a short black staff that was lightly glowing yellow on the end.

"Chaos Command Magician, attack him directly with Chaos Burst!"

The mage instantly followed his orders. He leapt into the air and aimed his staff at Crowler directly and released a large yellow sphere of energy at him. Crowler only shrieked as the blast struck him, knocking him to one knee.

Smiling at his handy work, Illidan called out "I place one card face down. Well, back to you Dr. Crowler." (Illidan 5800, Crowler 5200)

"He managed to turn things around so easily." Bastion said in pure shock.

Nodding, Jaden quickly replied "I told you guys he wouldn't go down easily. This duel is going to be really sweet to the end!"

Smirking at their comments, Marie continued to stare on. "Nice job Illidan. Keep it up, and you'll win this duel."

Back on the field, Crowler was fuming. "HOW DARE YOU DO THAT TO ME!"

Smirking at Crowler's temper tantrum, Illidan calmly replied "I only done what you said I couldn't do. Is that a crime?"

Fuming even more, Crowler drew his card, yelling "I will not be beaten by a slacker!"

Glancing at his card, he smirked and began chuckling, saying "I have you now. I first activate my trap card, Level Conversion Lab! I must first show you one monster from my hand, and I then roll a die. If the result of the roll is a one, my monster goes to the Grave, but if it's anything else, that is my monster's level for this round."

Showing his card Illidan softly growled, making Crowler chuckle even more. "I see you remember my Ancient Gear Golem. Well, my second one should be more welcomed than my previous one. And now, let's see what level my Golem will be!"