Facing an opponent who specialized in chess, Bai Zhi had to admit that beating him even once was quite difficult.
It was not as if there was no chance of winning, but it would take far too long. For the sake of the others' Corruption Values, which were steadily rising with time, Bai Zhi had no choice but to resort to a few underhanded tricks.
"Checkmate. Holy shit, absolute kill. Thanks for letting me win."
With the crisp clack of a chess piece hitting the board, Bai Zhi rose from his chair and solemnly cupped his hands toward the other party. He executed the entire combo within a second, smooth and flowing.
"Wait, I remember that piece of mine wasn't just—"
"I must say, not only are you highly skilled at chess, but your conduct at the board is also beyond reproach. Bai has learned much from you this time."
Without giving him a chance to continue, Bai Zhi sincerely cut him off.
"If there is an opportunity, I hope to come seek your guidance again someday."
Patient: "..."
After a brief silence, wearing a deeply unwilling expression, he stood up as well and returned the salute rather stiffly.
"Don't worry. A bet is a bet. I'll let you leave now."
Although he had no idea when his old general had ended up in that position, a loss was a loss. He could not deny it... and his pride would not allow him to deny it.
"I'll go get Fireworks."
Taking advantage of the moment the other party stood up to return the salute, Jiu Ming swiftly switched a certain chess piece on the board back. After tossing out those words, she turned around decisively.
Earlier, in the bathroom, Fireworks of Romance had transformed into a tiny button and been