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

As Shang Chaotian said, after Rui Zhao relied on the divine skill of "Death Descends" to kill the OMEGA GO in a straight line in the last game of the human-machine competition, he collapsed on the spot and fell into a coma.

Fortunately, although Rui Zhao needed to rest for a long time, she did not experience any serious problems.

Three days later, Rui Zhao regained consciousness and quickly announced news about herself through her various social media accounts, namely 【Weiqi Xiao Zhao】.
Firstly, regarding her physical condition, having collapsed in front of the chessboard in full view of everyone, Miss Yong Shi Zhaojun naturally wanted to let her millions of fans around the world know that she was safe.

But another thing... caused a global uproar!
After achieving a resounding 3-0 victory over OMEGA GO in a best-of-five series, Huaxia Yongshi Zhaojun officially announced:
After defeating AI and proving the value of human Go players, she no longer had any goals to pursue on the Go board!
After that, she will treat Go as a hobby and retire from the world of Go, no longer participating in any Go competitions.

Although Shang Chaotian naturally respected this decision completely, he still felt a sense of regret that the chess goddess was retiring, so he couldn't help but confirm Rui Zhao's thoughts again.

However, despite the chess association president's yet another confirmation that seemed to be a strong urging to stay, Ms. Zhaojun showed no sign of changing her mind.
"Chairman Shang, you've asked me this question many times these days!"

"I've thought it through very clearly: this is the best outcome."

Rui Zhao paused at this point, then continued explaining her reasons for doing so:
"To be honest, I won the last match of this human-machine competition by sheer luck. If I were to win again, I'm afraid I wouldn't be able to do it again no matter what."

"This time, Deepbrain has lost so much face, they will definitely continue to optimize the algorithm and try to make a comeback."

"If I continue playing, even if I don't accept Deepbrain's future challenges, they will definitely seize on my less-than-ideal moves and launch a massive attack! As a result, some people will inevitably feel that human Go is no longer meaningful in the face of AI."

"This time I finally made everyone understand that the emergence of AI cannot negate the value of humans in Go. It would be such a pity if we went back to the old ways!"
"Therefore... from now on I will never make any moves in public again."

"As long as I don't reveal any flaws, no one will be able to question my abilities! Even if AI evolves to a higher level in the future, people will still feel that humanity may still have a chance to defeat AI!"

"But by doing that, you're essentially sealing yourself off!"

Upon hearing this, Shang Chaotian said with great regret:
"There are still many goals you can achieve in your career, such as the world championship record, the world championship Grand Slam, the Nongshim Cup cross-continental winning streak record, and so on!"

"Because of your outstanding performance, it is almost a certainty that Go will be included as a regular Olympic event in the long term!"

"Don't you really want to win this Olympic gold medal before retiring?"

"Chairman Shang, the gold medal isn't important to me. But Go is very important to me!"

Rui Zhao replied with a smile:

"Therefore, I think this is the most appropriate decision! And this..."

"It's also for my favorite game, Go!"

"...Okay! I understand!"

Faced with Yong Shi Zhaojun's heartfelt words, Shang Chaotian pondered for a long time before finally smiling helplessly:
"Anyway, since you can already beat AI, other players aren't much of a threat!"

"To compete against them would be incredibly disrespectful to you!"

At this point in the conversation, Shang Chaotian suddenly remembered something and asked another question:

"So, Rui Zhao... after retiring from the chess world, have you decided what to do?"

"With your looks, talent, and fame, whether you want to go to university, pursue the job you want, or enter the entertainment industry to become a star in the public eye, it will all be a piece of cake."

"If you need connections, I can always ask the leaders of the Sports Administration to help introduce you!"

But Rui Zhao immediately shook her head upon hearing this:
"How could that be, Chairman Shang!"
"Now that I'm financially independent, of course I'll continue doing what I love most!"

"Your favorite thing?"

Shang Chaotian was slightly taken aback, then realized what was happening:

"You mean... Go?!"

"yes!

"Go is so interesting! I could play it my whole life!"

Rui Zhao nodded easily and cheerfully, as if he were saying something perfectly natural.

However, Shang Chaotian became inexplicably confused:
"But...but didn't you say you wouldn't participate in any Go competitions?" "That doesn't matter!"

The Athena of the chess world smiled radiantly, pointing out each move with her fingers as if reciting a familiar story to Shang Chaotian:

"Although it's a bit of a shame that I won't be able to have much discussion with other players in the future, I still have AI with me. In addition, there may be a mysterious ID like [Yi Zhao Qi Yi] appearing online in the future!"

"Even without competitions or playing chess in public, I can still continue to pursue the truth on the chessboard! That is already enough to make me happy!"
"Oh, and there's another one—I have a disciple here who needs proper instruction! I haven't had a chance to properly teach her because I've been busy with various competitions and preparations for the AI!"
"Now that I have some free time, it's like a blessing in disguise!"
"Let me tell you, I was quite uneasy when I entrusted Xiaohui to Brother Zeng—after all, I always felt that his motives for practicing chess were not entirely pure..."

As Shang Chaotian watched Yong Shi Zhaojun in front of him enthusiastically explaining her planned future life as a Go player, he was overwhelmed with emotion. Just by listening to the clear voice of this Go goddess, he could feel the bright future of Go development on Blue Star.

But just then, Rui Zhao, who was speaking excitedly, suddenly noticed two people of the same age standing not far away, and immediately waved to them, saying:
"...Lei Qi, Li Jingzhe!"
"You guys came today too?!"

Miss Zhaojun's tone was full of surprise:
"Lei Qi, aren't you going to participate in the Dragon Star Battle? Li Jingzhe, shouldn't you still be finishing your studies?"

"It's the weekend today, and I was just thinking of going home to visit my family!"

Before Xiao Lei, a ninth-dan player, could speak, Qinghua Zhe Shen answered first, while also taking a jab at his "partner" beside him, whom he still couldn't stand even after working together for half a year:
"As for him, he played terribly in the final match of the qualifying round the day before yesterday and was eliminated. I really don't expect him to have the nerve to come and pick you up from the hospital..."

"I've been worried about Rui Zhao lately, that's why my condition has been fluctuating!"

The reigning champion immediately expressed strong protest, and then explained to the bright and beautiful Athena of the Go world before him:
"Rui Zhao, believe me! I will definitely become stronger in the future!"

"Although your skills are already far superior, if you want someone to discuss things with, I'm absolutely available whenever you call..."

"After all, no matter how powerful the AI ​​is, it still can't fully summarize the theory of Go. Ultimately, it still needs professional Go players to review the games together..."

"Heh! Don't be so arrogant!"

Seeing the other person give him a small glare, Li Jingzhe didn't hesitate to retaliate:
"My research topic for graduate studies is to further clarify the underlying logic of Go AI, so that it is no longer an incomprehensible black box."

"When I produce my research results, I hope you won't find it too hard to accept reality..."

"Alright, alright! I feel like your relationship is getting worse and worse!"

Miss Zhaojun quickly interrupted their argument:

"Oh right! Since we're all together now, let's have a meal together!"

"Eat?" Li Jingzhe couldn't help but ask.

"Yes! You, Chairman Shang, and Sister An'an have all helped me so much this time, I need to properly thank you... Oh, and also!"

Rui Zhao, who had been carefree making plans, suddenly seemed to remember something and abruptly looked at Lei Qi beside her:

"I almost forgot!"
"Lei Qi, what exactly were you hiding from me before?!"

"……Eh?"

"Is it the thing you promised me during the challenge match, that you'd tell me after everything settled down?!"

Rui Zhao mentioned it very naturally:
"Now that everything is over, isn't it time to tell me?!"

"Eh--!!!"

Lei Qi, who was still a little dazed, suddenly exclaimed, instantly drawing everyone's attention.

He subconsciously wanted to tell Rui Zhao, "We'll talk about it later," but he was the one who made the promise in the first place, and if he were to make up an excuse again, Xiao Lei Jiuduan was afraid that it would affect his sweetheart's opinion of him.

But to be honest at this juncture, this...

Meeting Rui Zhao's clear and curious gaze, Lei Qi was extremely conflicted.

Two ideas were swirling in my mind, and I couldn't decide which one to choose...

(The End) (End of Chapter)