Chapter 379
Qin Lao exclaimed in admiration, “Excellent!”
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Tim raised an eyebrow, smiling subtly. Zark and Ji Qingyue were stunned; they’d lost track of Ashley’s strategy. Her seemingly passive defense had masked her subtle maneuvers. They realized she wasn’t just a chess player; she was exceptionally skilled.
Tanya, focused on Chase, had also lost track of his moves. She expected Ashley to lose quickly, but Chase’s increasing seriousness–more so than when playing Tanya–and the rapt attention of li Lao and Qin Lao, made her realize Ashley was genuinely skilled, perhaps even better than her. She shifted her focus to Ashley, feeling a chill as Ashley deftly countered Chase’s strategies. Qin Lao’s exclamation sent a wave of unease through her.
Ashley was completely absorbed in the game. She’d stabilized her position, but knew victory was unlikely… She glanced at Chase.
He placed another stone. Ashley paused.
Ji Lao chuckled.“Remarkable. To witness such a game between two young people… impressive.”
Qin Lao shushed him.“Don’t interrupt my train of thought!”
After several minutes, Ashley responded, slightly regaining lost ground. Two minutes later, Chase countered. Ashley placed her stone, conceding defeat. There were more moves, but the outcome was clear.
She stood, about to leave, when Chase said, “Another game?”
She hesitated, then sat back down.
Ji Lao smiled.“She seems quiet, yet she challenged young Master Feng in such a setting. She likely rarely encounters such a worthy opponent. She doesn’t want to miss this chance.” He addressed Tim.
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