Go: The live broadcast queen launched a gorgeous rebellion against the dog

...Huh? What is Jingjing saying?!

Giving up...the title?!

And two at once?!

Chu Jun felt as if his brain had been paused, and his thoughts had completely stopped!
Just now... wasn't I still on the phone with Rui Zhao?! Weren't we still discussing that shocking plan to "force AI to come out and fight"?!

This turn of events is too abrupt!

His mouth was open, but something seemed to be blocking his throat, and he couldn't utter a single word.
Looking at Chu Jun's completely bewildered, as if his soul had left his body, Yang Manjing immediately realized how much her decision had impacted her boyfriend.

She quickly stepped forward and began to explain rapidly:
Ah! It's not that we should give up completely!
"Well... I'm planning to apply to the association for a special competition!"

She took a deep breath and clearly articulated her plan:
"Use your respective women's titles as stakes and compete against Rui Zhao! Let's consolidate all three of the current women's titles in the country into one person!"

"...to give all three titles to one person?!"

Chu Jun subconsciously repeated the sentence, his brain seemingly finally beginning to function again with difficulty, struggling to digest the enormous amount of information contained in that short sentence:
"Isn't that..."

"……right!"

Yang Manjing did not hesitate at all, and nodded decisively in response:
"This is just talking about the competition, but judging from the two games we played against Rui Zhao in the Zhaojun Tournament this year, I can say that we had absolutely no chance!"

"If we compare them like this, it's practically giving her the titles of 'Empress' and 'Mulan' for free!"
"But... after all, as long as Rui Zhao doesn't participate in the competition, I think he can hold onto these two titles for a few more years without any surprises."

"Giving up like this could cost at least a million! It would have a significant impact on the family's income in the future."

"So, such a big thing..."

"I need to discuss this with you first!"

But as soon as these words were spoken, Chu Jun, who was initially just shocked, was completely stunned—as if he had heard some incredible keyword.

Seeing her little turtle fall completely silent, his expression a mix of emotions, the witch assumed he was still agonizing over the practical issues of "giving away a title for free" and "the impact on his income," and quickly continued to explain:

"Well, that's the main reason..."

"I just spoke with Rui Zhao, and she said she plans to challenge Deepbrain again after winning all the Chinese titles and achieving a seven-time World Championship title!"

"To be honest, my first reaction when I heard about this plan was that she was absolutely insane! But I also genuinely felt..."

"She's so cool!"

"Although the more I think about it, the more I realize that her goal is outlandish and practically an impossible task! But the more I think about it, the more fascinating it becomes..."

"So! I've been thinking about it..."

"I can no longer accept the titles of 'Empress' and 'Mulan' with a clear conscience!"

Empress Mulan's voice was resolute as she began to explain her reasons:

"Originally, I was able to retain these two titles largely because Rui Zhao stopped participating in other women's competitions!"
"With the title of 'Master of Chess' almost certainly in her hands, the only remaining holders of domestic titles will soon be her and me!"

"The fact that one person holds all the unlimited titles in the country is something that only the Japanese, including the youngest and oldest, have done before!"
"But for one person to hold all the country's titles, including the title of woman—that is unprecedented! Unprecedented!"
"She was rejected by DeepBrain once before! This time, to challenge AI again, she needs even more momentum and reputation to back her up! She needs an indisputable symbol of identity that can shake the entire Go world!"
"Under these circumstances, I have no reason to act as if nothing happened and continue to compare myself to her while still holding the titles of [Empress] [Mulan]!"

"Perfect timing! The organizers of the Queen's Tournament and the Mulan Tournament have always regretted that Rui Zhao is not the title holder—otherwise, the attention and commercial value of the events could definitely be increased by a lot!"

"If Rui Zhao and I jointly apply to the Chess Association to hold such a special competition... the association should agree!"

"This is a great thing for the entire Go community!"

The little witch finished explaining her reasons in one breath, then fixed her gaze on Chu Jun, her eyes filled with a barely perceptible tension and anticipation.

But to my surprise, my turtle not only didn't calm down, but was still lost in thought!

This immediately displeased the witch.
"Little Glasses?! Are you even listening?!"

"Ah! Yes! Yes!"

Chu Jun snapped back to reality, as if quickly rewinding his memories to review what he had just seen and heard. Then, without the slightest hesitation, he nodded vigorously, his voice filled with unwavering trust.

"I...I respect your opinion, Jingjing...As long as you think it's good, that's fine!"

"Eh?"

Seeing her boyfriend agree so readily, Yang Manjing blinked slightly in surprise—she had thought that since he seemed so dazed, he would definitely try to persuade her first.

Seeing that his girlfriend seemed puzzled, the man with glasses revealed a frank and self-deprecating smile:

"Maybe it's because I've lived in Lei Qi's shadow since I was a child! I've become accustomed to not being able to win championships and titles."

"For me, being able to do the things I want to do with the people I want to be with is already a very, very happy thing!"

"Compared to that, titles, championships, etc..."

"So it's not that important anymore."

After making his statement, Xiao Chu, a ninth-dan martial artist, once again gazed tenderly at the witch.

Yang Manjing blushed slightly, feeling a little embarrassed by Chu Jun's frank and heartfelt words.

She subconsciously looked away, using a slightly reproachful tone to hide her shyness:
"Is that so?"
"Then, what were you doing standing there for so long?!"
"Your eyes were wide open like saucers! It made me think you disagreed!"

She recalled Chu Jun's stunned expression earlier and couldn't help but gently punch his arm.

Chu Jun initially flinched after being punched, but still had a silly grin on his face.

Upon hearing Yang Manjing's question, he seemed to suddenly remember something, and the silly smile on his face instantly froze, followed by an extremely strange and complex expression.

"I... I don't disagree with this..."

"...I am...uh..."

He paused, seemingly organizing his thoughts, his face flushing slightly.

"What is it?"

Seeing his hesitant and reluctant manner, Yang Manjing's curiosity was instantly piqued. She raised her beautiful eyebrows slightly and pouted as she pressed him for an answer:
"Speak up! Stop dawdling!"

Chu Jun seemed to have been cornered. He steeled himself, closed his eyes, and spoke rapidly in a voice barely above a whisper:

"Uh...you, you just said...'It will have a significant impact on the family's income situation going forward...'"

After stammering out half a sentence, he secretly opened one eye and carefully observed Yang Manjing's reaction.

Yang Manjing was taken aback, then sighed helplessly:
"This... will indeed mean less income!"

"But it's alright! My chess skills are still improving!"

She puffed out the corners of her mouth, then started counting on her fingers, reciting them as if they were precious treasures:

"Not only did I end that shorty's winning streak in the Nongshim Cup recently, but I also made it to the quarterfinals in both the Pinghu Rapid Chess Tournament and the Celebrity Tournament! I almost beat you today!"

"If I work harder in the unrestricted arena in the future, I'm sure I can make up for this money! Maybe I can even earn more!"

"Ah, it wasn't about money..."

Chu Jun quickly waved his hand, his expression becoming increasingly strange, even carrying a hint of unspeakable embarrassment.

Yang Manjing was even more puzzled. She tilted her head, looking completely bewildered.
"……Um?

"But isn't this just about money?"

Now, Xiao Chu, the ninth-dan, blushed even more. He took a deep breath, as if using all his strength, and managed to squeeze out a sentence in an extremely soft, muffled voice:
"Uh...you mean...'the family's income situation'..."

He paused, his voice almost inaudible, yet strangely clear:

“...'home'…”

"Hmm? At home?"
"What's going on...wait?!"
"!!!!!!"

The two words Chu Jun repeated exploded in the little witch's mind with a "bang"!

A surge of scalding heat shot from the base of her neck to the top of her head, and Empress Mulan's fair cheeks flushed bright red in an instant, just like a ripe apple!
"...Small! Glasses!"

"Are you trying to die?!"

Yang Manjing jumped up like a cat with its fur standing on end, letting out a scream that was both embarrassed and angry!

"I... I just said it offhand!"
"It was a slip of the tongue! Don't you understand what a slip of the tongue is?!"
"It should be...it should be 'us'! It's the income situation 'after us'!"

"It's not 'home'! Who's 'home' with you?!"

"You're still trying to back down now! Dream on!!!"

"No! Jingjing! Let me explain! I really didn't mean that!"
"I am...I am..."

Chu Jun panicked and hurriedly stood up to explain, but Yang Manjing punched him repeatedly in the face with her fists, which he found both embarrassing and infuriating.

"Shut up! Don't say it!!"

"Ouch! Be gentle! Jingjing!"

The two were playfully bickering in a corner of the rest area. Chu Jun awkwardly dodged his girlfriend's attacks, which, while limited in their impact, were filled with shame and anger, while clumsily trying to soothe her. Yang Manjing, on the other hand, was both embarrassed and angry, chasing after Chu Jun relentlessly.

In an instant, the heavy topic and grand plans about titles were all swept away by this sudden, sweet-smelling lovers' quarrel.

After a long commotion, Empress Mulan seemed to have gotten tired of fighting.

She stopped chasing him, slightly out of breath. Her cheeks were still flushed, but her eyes no longer held the same shyness and anger as before. Instead, they held an indescribable tenderness.

She looked at her boyfriend, who was also slightly out of breath and had a helpless, silly smile on his face. Step by step, she walked up to him.

Then, under Chu Jun's slightly surprised gaze, she lowered her head slightly and gently rested her forehead on Chu Jun's broad shoulder.

The movements were very light, carrying a hint of barely perceptible dependence and longing.

The soft lighting in the rest area bathed the two of them, filling the air with a warm and peaceful atmosphere—if there was anything that spoiled the mood, it was the little witch's effort to stand on tiptoe...

After a moment of silence, Yang Manjing's voice, tinged with shyness yet crystal clear, brushed against Chu Jun's ear like a feather:

"Little glasses..."

"Then let me ask you something else. If you answer correctly, I'll forgive you today, okay?"

"……ah?

"Okay! Jingjing, you go ahead!"

"Um, I... I'm already twenty years old..."

"Little glasses, you..."

"When are you going to marry me?"

...

...

Of course, although some people saw Chu and Yang playfully cuddling in the players' rest area, no one knew about their private conversations.

Considering the couple's consistently close relationship, which was dazzling to the eye, no one paid too much attention; they simply took it as a routine dose of PDA. The entire Chinese chess world continued to focus its attention on the reigning champion, Wang Zhaojun, who had just played a masterpiece and continued her unstoppable winning streak…

As expected, on November 5th, Rui Zhao defeated Lei Qi 2-0 to retain her title as champion of the Changqi Cup.

At the awards ceremony, Shang Chaotian officially announced that a special women's title competition, "Holding a Heart of Orchids, Chess for the Emperor," will be held on November 28th, where a single match will directly determine the ownership of all women's titles in the country!

Chess fans were astonished upon hearing this news, marveling at the "Little Witch's" incredible courage! However, the world's number one player quickly drew everyone's attention back to the international stage...

...

November 25th, Gonji Resort, Gyeongdu, South Korea. The 2027 LIG Cup World Go Championship has produced its final champion…

As expected, the world's number one, who has already achieved the miracle of "five consecutive World Championships", continues to maintain his absolute dominance.

After defeating Xu Xiangheng, Zeng Guangwen, and Lei Qi in succession, he once again crushed Liu's dream of winning his sixteenth LIG Cup title with two decisive victories in the best-of-three final! While retaining his LIG Cup title, he also extended his World Championship winning streak to an almost divine six consecutive titles!
He won his sixth individual title at the age of 22 years and 275 days.

In the historical ranking of "youngest to win a sixth title", he is only behind Lin Ruixin and Cui Minghao, the two leaders of China and South Korea, and is currently ranked third in history!
Following the LIG Cup will be the Special Women's Title Match and the YiXian Tournament!
The world's number one is getting closer to an unprecedented situation where "one person holds all the titles of a country"...

They're almost there! (End of Chapter)