The work of the Go master

this.....

This is a black skill scroll, a stark contrast to the usual white ones.

The word "curse" was also written on it.

Two months ago, that feeling of trepidation from coming into contact with the scroll of life and death returned.

Without a doubt, this skill scroll is not a practical skill, but rather a metaphysical skill scroll, similar in nature to [Insight].

Ke Zhiguang examined the skill scroll repeatedly and found that it did not emit a strong black aura like the Scroll of Life and Death; it was simply painted black.

There might not be any side effects. His cheat-like ability always likes to play dirty tricks, and maybe he'll just use this black magic to scare him.

Apply a debuff to the opponent's gloves.

What exactly is the strength of this debuff?

Is this a passive skill or an active skill?

A series of questions piled up, causing him, who had always believed that having more skills was never a bad thing, to have some doubts.

After careful consideration, he still rubbed the scroll, believing that the metaphysical god of quantum mechanics would not harm him.

After all, Ke Zhiguang could also vaguely sense its presence.

I might even cover him with a blanket at night.

......

......

June 12th marked the official start of the ranking tournament.

Tokyo was bustling with traffic as usual, and all major media outlets were focused on this ranking tournament, with a level of attention comparable to that of the National College Entrance Examination in China.

Ke Zhiguang looked in the mirror and put on the sturdy black suit he hadn't worn for nearly two months, making sure every inch of his body looked neat and tidy.

Unfortunately, folding fans are not allowed this time. The reason is that only those who have officially become professional Go players and have reached the third dan or above are qualified to bring folding fans into the competition venue. This is an unwritten rule.

Um.....

No wonder that when I first came to challenge Peach Blossom Pavilion, I brought a small folding fan, which caused such a strong reaction from the four of them. So that's why.

The blue haori worn only once by the Shinsengumi was also hung on the wall as a memorial.

In fact, Koji Kō was quite keen to wear such a stylish and fashionable haori to the competition. According to the general rules, anyone wearing formal attire can enter, whether it's a suit, a kimono, or even a school uniform. Even if Koji Kō wore a Zhongshan suit to enter, it would still be allowed.

However, this general rule does not apply to the qualifying rounds, which require candidates to wear the most formal attire for the entrance.

That's right, now we are considered test takers. Just like when you are preparing for the college entrance exam, your teacher will ask you to abandon your student identity and constantly remind yourself that you are a test taker.

"I'm going out," Ke Zhiguang said to the people inside.

Although the house was empty.

But he always felt that something must exist.

After closing the door, Ke Zhiguang's footsteps faded away in the corridor.

"Take care." A faint, ethereal voice drifted from the chessboard in the room.

Chapter 53 Okay, let's play chess today! (Large Chapter)

Invisible light descended from above, and countless students entered the Go Academy as gladiators.

An intense fighting spirit arose as vibrant as fresh blood, and the bloody wind whipped up the battle flags, making them flutter loudly.

The interior of the chess academy was more spectacular than I had imagined; the stadium-like hall was packed with 2000 examinees.

The walls are adorned with portraits of famous chess players throughout history, including ancient chess masters.

In addition, there are several small rooms used for games by ordinary professional chess players, lectures, the sale of small commodities, and general office administration, making it resemble a university college.

An elderly man in a dark green kimono reached the top and spoke loudly into the microphone—

"It's great to see so many energetic faces. This shows that the vitality of our Go way is still very strong, and the seeds of the Blue Flame can be passed on persistently."

A figure resembling a school principal then launched into a passionate speech on stage, entirely without notes, and with an incredibly loud voice.

Just as Ke Zhiguang was getting bored, he suddenly noticed Inoue waving at him from not far away.

In fact, Inoue is indeed coming to participate in this ranking tournament.

Ke Zhiguang walked over.

"By the way, who is this person on stage? I don't know him. I hope I don't seem too ignorant?" Ke Zhiguang asked.

"It might seem like I'm ignorant, but that's in line with your style, senior," Inoue said with a slight smile.

She explained, "The person on the stage is Xia Yingfu, the current director of the Go Academy. He once played a ten-game match with Mr. Hanye and is highly respected."

I see. The fact that I played ten games with Hanno-sensei is an honor that can be written into my personal file like a medal, no matter how badly I lost.

The position of dean is roughly equivalent to that of principal, in charge of education, and cannot be compared to Yu Chengqi, who wields real power.

"What did he mean by this blue flame seed?"

"This is just the dean's personal hobby and metaphor. He said that Go is originally a martial art as violent as fire, but it is presented as static in terms of visual effect, which is frozen, which is equivalent to blue, and that's how the burning blue fire came about," Inoue said. "He also referred to cold flames, burning solid ice, boiling zero degrees on some occasions, but his favorite usage was still blue flames."

Hmm... this guy's a total chuunibyou (middle school syndrome) type.

Ke Zhiguang glanced at Inoue and noticed that her cultivation level had risen from colorless to green, which was enough to prove her progress during this period, as well as Harushima Shika's excellent training... oops, guidance.

Her selection for the next stage will undoubtedly be a success.

Ke Zhiguang was also very curious.

Besides the few items that have already been revealed, Inoue also has a question mark on her body, which means that there is something else on her that has not yet been revealed.

I need to find an opportunity to have a match with her.

Ke Zhiguang then restlessly looked to other places, scanning each potential opponent.

Looking around, all you see is lush green and golden yellow, with very few orange-colored enemies.

It must be said that while the Insight skill of the Demon Dragon's Eye is very convenient, it also reduces a lot of potential anticipation.

The only red opponent present, Yabu Eijin, was also spotted by Kazuhiro.

He was standing at the very edge of the stadium, near the wall, his red suit not properly worn, but draped over his shoulders, giving him the look of a naval admiral.

Hmm, I think I can learn this way of dressing.

Ke Zhiguang fell silent, staring at the other side with a provocative and hostile gaze.

I wonder if Yabu-kun can feel my deep concern? Hmm.

Yabu Ruijin leaned against the corner of the wall, listening impatiently to the old man's long-winded speech on the stage.

Before leaving, Suga Seiichi reminded him to provoke Koji Mitsuhiro before the match, which angered him, and then defeated him, but in the end, he didn't even know who Koji Mitsuhiro was.

He inquired about this person with his fellow students and found that he was surprisingly well-known, but he couldn't find a photo to identify him for the time being.

The only time Ke Zhiguang has been seen in public is during a team battle, when he appeared in a section of some mainstream newspapers, but nobody carries that thing around.

Yabu didn't pay much attention to rumors, so he hadn't heard of this person until the night of the teacher appreciation banquet.

As for pre-match provocations, although it sounds interesting and he himself would like to do it, he doesn't have the time or inclination to do it. After thinking it over, he thinks that after winning the game, the most efficient thing to do is to coldly throw out a "trash" comment.

Just as he was making this decision, a hostile gaze pierced his brow.

He frowned and looked in the direction of the hostility. He found a man in a black uniform looking at him with a particularly piercing gaze.

Could it be? He is?

Yabu squeezed into the crowd and saw Koji Hikaru's face not far away.

This!

—This isn't the same one from the record store last time!

He subconsciously touched the pills in his pocket, as if afraid that they would be stolen in just one glance.

I should have listened to the record store owner; I shouldn't have been so eager to reveal the pills.

Yabu carefully recalled the events of that day and felt that he might have been followed by Koji Hikaru. Otherwise, Tokyo is so big, and that record store is so remote, how could the two of them have happened to meet there?

But upon further reflection—that's not right!

It's possible that Ke Zhiguang has some kind of connection with that boss; it was the boss who called Ke Zhiguang over!

Thinking about it this way, Yabu was furious, feeling like he had been secretly betrayed by his boss, and now this person was actually provoking him!

Just as Yabu was about to give the middle finger in a powerful retaliation—

Ke Zhiguang turned around, his back to Yabu.

Yabu was stunned.

This is like when you're chatting online, a stranger adds you, then berates you, and immediately deletes you as a friend.

After turning around, Ke Zhiguang couldn't help but smile crookedly—√!

It's still exciting. After provoking someone, you run away immediately and then wait to see them on the field again.

That said, it turns out that intense hostile stares really can provoke others; how idealistic!

After observing the surroundings, the last thing to do is to observe yourself.

Feel your current state – good.

It's not perfect, but it should be sufficient.

Finally, his gaze fell on his outstretched palm, as if deep in thought.

I didn't feel anything after using that [Curse Attack Effect] skill scroll.

Afterwards, I went to play a few games of chess with someone, but it had no effect. I was still full of sunshine and energy, and it had nothing to do with the curse.

Perhaps this skill will only activate during the attack phase.

But he certainly wouldn't dare to randomly challenge a few ordinary fellow cultivators for practice, for fear that something bad might actually happen.

We can only target a few villains we have no choice but to fight, and see the specific effects of the curse.

Yabu-kun is truly the only choice.