After Lin Yi finished speaking, he extended his hand and shook Zeus's.
At the summit of Mount Olympus lay Gods' Abode, a place only the Twelve Main Gods were qualified to enter.
Today, Lin Yi was granted special privilege and entered that sacred palace under the welcome of the Twelve Main Gods.
Gods' Abode had everything—meeting halls, places for leisure, and more.
Maidservants respectfully brought over fine wine and delicacies, laying them before Lin Yi before retreating properly.
At Zeus's signal, the Twelve Main Gods raised their wineglasses together.
"I heard you enjoy chess, and that you're quite skilled at it."
"I wonder whether you have any particular thoughts on the rule of black moving first and white responding after?"
Upon hearing this, Lin Yi paused in a slight daze before revealing an easy smile.
He truly had not expected Zeus to be so straightforward.
Asking whether Lin Yi liked chess—was he really asking about ordinary chess? Wasn't he asking about rebellion?
Still, Lin Yi had long expected Zeus to bring up this topic for discussion, so he was not overly surprised.
"Whether they are rules on the chessboard or laws of nature, they all have their reasons. May I ask, Lord Zeus, are you dissatisfied with the rules of the chessboard?"
"I have some knowledge in this area. If there is anything you dislike or find unsuitable, you may tell me. Perhaps I can help."
Hearing Lin Yi's words, the smile on Zeus's face became even more radiant.
Lin Yi understood the meaning beneath his words, understood his intentions, and had not outright refused him. That meant there was room to discuss what came next.
"It isn't anything major. It's just that the rules of the chessboard have been growing more and more dull. Black moves first, white responds