[Soul of Chess] What if

the next day.

Amid Ah Guang's long-awaited wait, the school bell finally rang.

The ringing bell was even harsh, but to Ah Guang, it was like the sound of nature, and he was so moved that he couldn't help but want to cry.

Finally school is over... Ah Guang couldn't help but let out a deep breath.

In fact, it's no wonder that Ah Guang looks forward to school so much.

After all, final exams are coming up.Sakurai-sensei, who liked to take tests very much, now, in the name of warming up, took one test every seven days and one test every three days, tortured the children so much that they didn't even have the strength to cry.

Although with the help of Zuo Wei, Ah Guang has been making great progress on the road of testing, and he is invincible, which is very enviable.However, don't forget, since Zuo Wei has no way to touch other things, the person who writes is still himself...

Of course, thanks to Zuowei's existence, my test scores have been pretty good recently, and Mitsuko's mother even gave me some extra pocket money.

However, he has to write so many words almost every day, even if he is rewarded with more pocket money, he will feel so depressed!

While Ah Guang kept complaining in his heart, he slowly packed his schoolbag.

"Little Light!"

Ah Guang raised his head and saw Xiao Ming standing next to his seat.She was carrying the red schoolbag that Ah Guang was very familiar with on her shoulders, and it seemed that she had already packed it.

"Xiao Ming? What's the matter? What's the matter?" Ah Guang asked with some doubts.

Although Xiao Ming would always go home with her after school, she didn't look like she was just waiting for her to pack her things.Judging by her expression, it seemed that she had something to say to herself.

Xiao Ming saw that Ah Guang asked aloud, he hesitated for a while, and finally said: "My sister's junior high school has a school celebration, and she gave me some coupons. Let's go play together!"

As she spoke, she took out two pieces of paper from her pocket, with a hint of hope in her tone.

"School celebration?" Ah Guang glanced at the piece of paper, which said something like takoyaki.

Seeing that Aguang seems to be interested in this, Xiao Ming added briskly: "Yes. It will be held this Sunday, and the venue is Ye Lai Middle School."

"Yase Middle School?" Ah Guang couldn't help repeating.

If there is no accident, after this spring, I and Xiao Ming will also study in this school...

After hearing the name of the school, Ah Guang couldn't help feeling a little lost.

After he came back to his senses, he saw Xiao Ming was still standing there.She looked at herself expectantly, as if waiting for her answer.

Seeing this, Ah Guang quickly said, "I don't want to go."

"Why? I specifically want to invite you to eat free takoyaki!" Xiao Ming was very puzzled when he didn't get the expected answer.

"No need." Ah Guang said very coldly.

Although Aguang's attitude made Xiaoming feel a little uncomfortable, she still kept organizing her words, trying to make Aguang change her mind: "Let's go! This Sunday, we will meet at the gate of Yeze Middle School— —”

Seeing Xiao Ming's reluctance, Ah Guang suddenly lost his patience, and he interrupted her in a sharp tone: "I'm not going!"

"..." Ah Guang's impatient attitude made Xiao Ming pout his mouth in anger, "Two o'clock! I will wait for you at the gate!" After she shouted at Ah Guang, she ran away alone.

When Xiao Ming yelled, Ah Guang suddenly felt that he had made a mistake.

He quickly turned around and looked around the classroom.

At this time, it has been a long time since the bell rang after school, so the classroom has become empty for a long time, only the busy figure of the value Zhou student can be seen.

Phew... not bad, not bad.Ah Guang patted his chest and said happily.Fortunately, everyone has almost finished walking, otherwise, tomorrow's class will definitely be very lively.

Thinking of his group of bad friends who fear the world will not be chaotic, Ah Guang feels a deep sense of powerlessness.

Just promise her!Zuo Wei's voice was full of teasing.

A Guang glanced at Zuo Wei who was obviously planning to watch the excitement, and shouted in his heart: No way!If you go to play with a girl, you will definitely be treated as a laughing stock!

After yelling, Ah Guang obviously felt much refreshed.

Hmm... But, having said that, it's the school day, right?It looks like fun...

Do you want to invite Taya to go with you?This idea suddenly appeared in Ah Guang's mind.

Although in his opinion, a very serious person like Taya should not have any interest in the so-called school celebration.

but……

"Go and ask him!" Ah Guang put on his schoolbag and walked towards the station.

After taking the elevator to the seventh floor, the door with the words "Go Club" appeared in front of Ah Guang.

Originally, it was just a whim, so after actually arriving here, Ah Guang couldn't help regretting, feeling that he shouldn't have made such a hasty decision.

Regardless of whether Taya will be here today, if that Mr. Ogata appears again, Aguang is really not sure whether he can handle it this time.Thinking of Mr. Ogata's aggressive attitude, Hikari became even more reluctant to take a step forward.

It's a pity that when he was hesitant and even timid, the automatic door had already been opened by sensing Ah Guang.

"Ah, it's you!" Seeing that it was Ah Guang, Miss Shihe was very surprised.

Well, that's right, after all, I just came here yesterday, but I came here again today==|||

Actually, I didn't intend to come in... Or, I just exited silently and pretended nothing happened?

It was with great difficulty that Ah Guang dispelled the unrealistic thoughts in his mind, and then he bit the bullet and said, "Sister, good afternoon! Is Taya there?"

"Ah, so you came to look for Ah Liang. Ah Liang is inside, you can go in and find him~" Miss Shihe replied very kindly.

Taya is actually there.I really don't know whether to say I am lucky or not...

"Well, thank you, sister!" Ah Guang rubbed his head and said with a dry smile.

"You're welcome~"

Contrary to the more cheerful scene on Aguang's side, the atmosphere on Taya's side is much more dignified.

At this time, Taya was sitting there looking at the chessboard.

He held two chess boxes in his hand, and placed the chess pieces one by one.

What he arranged was the chess game that he and Ah Guang played for the first time, that is, the game that he lost to Ah Guang by two eyes.

He didn't know how many times he had reviewed this game of chess.

After reviewing again and again, when he gradually understood the deep meaning behind each word, his feelings became more and more complicated:

this step...

And this step...

Every step reveals a powerful and profound strength with no end in sight.

This kind of strength...but it comes from Shinto who is the same age as me...

Taya couldn't help but recall Shinto's innocent face.

The first time he played chess, he saw that Shinto's hand gestures looked like a beginner's, so he thought that Shinto was a novice, and even planned to estimate Shinto's strength, just win a little bit.

Unexpectedly, in the end, he lost to Shinto by the difference of two eyes.Moreover, those are not ordinary two eyes.That is the two eyes after estimation and testing.Even, I am afraid that all chess moves are within the opponent's calculations.

The second game was proposed by Shinto.

In fact, after the first game, I have been looking forward to playing against him again.It's a pity that I don't know anything about Shindo except his name.So, he had no choice but to come here every day, every day, waiting quietly, waiting for Jin Teng to come again.Fortunately, I really waited.

This time in the game, he played with the determination to die.He no longer underestimated Shinto as a beginner, this time it was a real competition.He wanted to know who was better at chess, himself or Jinto.

Then, he knew the answer.

Under his own pressing step by step, Shindo no longer tried, and his shots became more and more fierce.In the end, I was cut off by Shinto with a single knife...

Until now, Taya can still recall the feeling of unwillingness, powerlessness and despair after admitting defeat.

However, now he just feels dark and lonely:

I always feel that my original foothold has slowly disappeared...

The excitement and joy of playing chess in the past seems to have been felt for a long time...

Right now, I really don't have any strength at all...

Do I really... have the talent to play Go?

……

"Taya!"

Eh?The sudden sound in his ear interrupted Taya's thoughts.

"Shinto..."

Taya stared blankly at the person in front of him, but his heart had already set off a huge wave: Why did Shinto come here?If...if he asks to play chess...

Ah Guang didn't seem to notice Taya's slightly depressed mood, he asked very naturally: "Taya, are you free this Sunday?"

"Is this Sunday? Are you free..." Although I don't know why Ah Guang asked this question, I think he should be playing chess with himself.

"Ah~ That's great~!" Hearing Taya's answer, Aguang's tone became much lighter, "Taya, let's go out and play together on Sunday!"

"...Wh...what?" Hearing such words suddenly, Taya didn't react immediately, he slightly opened his eyes wide, and his usually calm eyes were full of surprise.

"Go out and play!" Ah Guang thought that Taya didn't hear clearly, so he repeated it again.

"..."

"I heard that Haze Middle School will hold a school celebration on Sunday, that is, a garden fair~ There will be various booths and activities, which is very interesting! Since you are free that day, let's go together!" Aguang said himself The intention to come poured out all at once.

"Shinto... are you here today?" Taya's tone was full of uncertainty.

Hearing Taya's question, Aguang said as it should: "I'm here to ask you out to play~ Aren't we friends? Of course we have to share something fun~!"

"Friend?" Taya murmured and repeated, and he found his voice with great difficulty, "Shinto, you came today... aren't you looking for me to play chess?"

"Taya, always sitting there playing chess, sooner or later he will become an old man!" Ah Guang couldn't help complaining.But thinking of Taya's serious attitude, he added: "Well... If you want to play chess with me, it's not impossible to play with you..."

Thinking of his own reason for coming, Ah Guang continued: "You should also go out to play once in a while!"

"..." Taya lowered his eyes, not knowing what he was thinking.

When Ah Guang saw this, even though he had already retreated in his heart, he still pretended to be relaxed and said: "Since you have no objection, see you at the gate of Ye Lai Middle School at [-] o'clock on Sunday afternoon!"

"...Okay..." After a long silence, Taya replied like this.

The author has something to say:

I am already embarrassed to say I am sorry... I am the author who broke his promise and became fat T_T

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