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

Chapter 267: First time on the stage
“I’m sorry, everyone!
"I really didn't expect that these Japanese people have no moral principles for chess! They came to attack a 39-year-old chess player like me!
"I was careless and didn't dodge."

On the evening of October 10th, in South Korea’s capital city, the South Korean Chess Institute.

Lee Jung-yeon and three other Nongshim Cup teammates gathered in a room tonight to discuss the arrangements for the next game.

And Zhao Suxuan, who was defeated today, also joined in via the Internet - you can't exclude someone just after he was eliminated!
However, in the face of veteran Zhao Suxuan's complaints, Xu Xiangheng, who has always been straightforward, couldn't help but interrupt:

"Brother Zhao, that's not the way it is said!

"If coming to the Nongshim Cup means that you can only bully those who are weaker than you, then I think it is inappropriate to take up this quota."

"Uh……"

Zhao Suxuan couldn't help but remain silent, not knowing what to say for a moment.

Because as a veteran chess player who has always been ranked around 20th in South Korea, Zhao Suxuan really made it to the final list by virtue of his outstanding performance in the trials. If we really talk about his daily strength, there are many people who are better than him.

This is also the reason why the Ice Queen criticized the South Korean competition selection before.

If there is no bottom line range for the trials, it is possible that some random people may make it into the final list by virtue of their temporary outstanding performance, but will be of no use when it comes to the real competition.

Just when the atmosphere was becoming awkward, a gentle voice came, breaking the slightly cold and silent atmosphere in the conference room:

"Brother Xiangheng, today we are holding a combat meeting, not a reflection meeting."

The voice and tone were very distinctive, and everyone knew who it was without even looking up.

"Well...Xiao Yanagi, you're right."

Even though Liu Shixian was three years younger than him and his tone was not oppressive, Xu Xiangheng, the second most powerful person in South Korea, still had some idea in his mind and answered without any sharpness.

Seeing that Xu Xiangheng gave him face, the young master of the Liu family, who had just poured tea for the other three teammates, also smiled and greeted him.

But what Xu Xiangheng didn't expect was that Liu Shixian didn't look away after greeting him, but continued:
"Then... let's get to the point!

"Although this is indeed an unreasonable request...but Brother Xiangheng, can you help me in the next game?"

"Ah? Me, me?"

Xu Xiangheng was a little surprised for a moment.

Because in his opinion, as the second best player in South Korea, there is no reason for him to play in the first stage.

However, how could Master Liu not see his hesitation? He immediately explained:

"Brother Xiangheng, I understand that normally you shouldn't have appeared in the first stage.

“But since the Japanese side has made up their minds to try to eliminate Lei Qi in the first stage, we should also help them and not give him any chance to breathe.

"Brother Li, what do you think?"

After hearing what Liu Shixian said, everyone looked at Li Tingyan.

Although Lee Jung-yeon is neither the oldest nor the one with the most championships in this South Korean team, and even her overall strength is slightly inferior to that of Seo Sang-heng.

However, in the difficult years when Choi Myeong-ho and Choi Sung-seok had retired from their peak one after another and Master Liu had not yet risen, it was he who retained the last face of South Korean Go. He also led the team to win two Nongshim Cups (one as the main player and one without appearing) from 2012 to 2019, the strongest period of Chinese Go. It is not an exaggeration to say that he has made the greatest contributions and has a very important say.

In addition, he is usually steady and reliable, so he is highly trusted in South Korea.

Li Tingyan was silent for a moment and then expressed his opinion truthfully.

"I agree with Xiao Liu's proposal - objectively speaking, for this year's Chinese team, I am most worried about Lei Qi.

"Although he has not been doing well since the Chess Saint Tournament, and at his worst he even lost to Chu Jun, 6th Dan. But his upper limit is there. I believe you have all watched the first three games of the Chinese Chess Saint Tournament, right?"

No one in the meeting room spoke for a moment, but the fact that no objections were raised spoke volumes.

Lee Jung-yeon continued:
“And recently… Lei Qi’s condition is obviously recovering.

"Like No. 9's fifth round of the Chinese Weiqi League, although he lost to Shangguan Sheng, it must be said that Shangguan Sheng obviously played beyond his level in that game, winning by half a point. Shangguan Sheng was still in shock after the game.

"So, Xiang Heng, I think it would be best if you were willing to go out and get rid of Lei Qi. If he gets through the first stage and has more than a month to adjust, it might be even harder to stop him later.

"If you have personal reasons that really make it inconvenient for you, then I'll do it!"

Even though the world's number one player and the boss of the team said this, Xu Xiangheng did not get too arrogant.

After all, Young Master Xiao Liu, the most arrogant person in the team, was humbly pouring tea for the three seniors. How could he have the qualifications to be willful?
After a few seconds of silence, he answered readily:

“Okay, I’ll buy a ticket to Dongdu, Japan tomorrow morning!

"Anyway...it's enough for us to have Xiao Liu as the main general in the end."

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"Xiao Zhao, it's all done! You look so cute in this outfit today!"

On October 10, the morning of the second day of the competition, Ai Jianan helped his main player change his clothes and looked at him carefully, and couldn't help but praise him.

However, Rui Zhao, who always obeyed Ai Jianan's orders, had some doubts today:
"Thanks……"

"But, this formal suit has a kitten pattern printed on it. Is it really okay for such a formal occasion?"

Yes, the dark grey formal suit Rui Zhao was wearing today looked elegant and decent in every way, except for the simple light grey cat head print on the suit which made it seem a little less serious.

However, Ai Jianan knows what the media and the audience like to watch.

It would be most appropriate to add some lively elements that can highlight the girlish characteristics and arouse topics without losing overall etiquette.

"It's okay! It's more like everyone wants you to dress more beautifully!"

"This, this is it..."

After hearing Ai Jianan's personal assurance, the naive girl no longer suspected anything and immediately walked towards the stadium with full determination.

Just now, she once again received an encouraging WeChat message from Lei Jingming - since she entered the professional field, this has become the norm during every crucial competition.

After reading the WeChat message, the girl made up her mind again:

This Lakeside Cup is a great opportunity to prove my strength to Lei Qi!

As pioneers, although the competition is less intense on the women's side...

But if I could by chance win one or two more games than Lei Qi, Lei Qi would probably acknowledge my progress to some extent, right?

The girl thought silently in her heart.

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At 8:45 in the morning, the two chess players participating in the Lakeside Cup competition today entered the game room one after another.

However, he is different from Xu Nanying, who is younger but calm and composed.

After Rui Zhao entered the game room, she was visibly nervous as she looked at the large crowd of media reporters, all pointing their cameras at her.

You’re already eighteen years old... why do you still look like you’ve never seen the world!

Xu Nanying, who was walking behind, couldn't help but mutter to herself.

Although Rui Zhao is also very famous in China, she has never played a real focus game, so this kind of situation still has some impact on her.

However, in Xu Nanying's view, as a chess player, one should never be stage-frightened - this is the concept that her family has always instilled in her, and she has also practiced it a lot before.

Of course, Xu Nanying was happy to see this.

Both publicly and privately, she hoped that Rui Zhao's condition in this game would not be too good.

Bring glory to the country and slap your predecessor in the face.

When two happy things overlap, it will surely bring you more happiness!
But... Xiao Nanying soon discovered that something seemed wrong.

When both parties sat down at the chess table, Rui Zhao's nervousness began to disappear rapidly!

At this moment, she just stared at the chessboard in front of her silently, and kept taking pieces to try after the referee's permission.

His movements were precise and his expression was cool, like that of a god, which made Xu Nanying stunned.

This... is this still the Rui Zhao who just looked like he had never seen the world?

How can you play chess so well and with such concentration?

At this moment, she seemed to think that it was nothing strange for the Dongjiang team to give up on her for Rui Zhao...

No, no! What are you thinking about?

Don't be intimidated by your opponent!

The South Korean girl shook her head violently, trying to regain consciousness.

It looks good but is of no use; winning the game of chess is what really matters!
"Start guessing!"

As the chief referee's words were translated into Chinese and Korean by the staff, the two young chess players began to guess the first move.

In the end, Rui Zhao played black and Xu Nanying played white.

When the time reached nine o'clock, after a burst of "clicks" from flash lights and photographic equipment, the second game of this Lakeside Cup officially began.

Rui Zhao, who had already entered the game state, acted as if she did not hear the noises. It seemed that the chess pieces and chessboard in front of her gave her great courage.

I will start writing about chess tomorrow. According to the opinions of the big guys in the group, I will try my best to write about the chess games in the competition. I will write about the important ones in detail, and start from the key points of the less important ones, and finish half a chapter or a whole chapter.

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