Rebirth as the Richest Woman in the World
Chapter 124 Chess Game (Third Watch)

Chapter 124: 124 Chess Game (Third Watch)

She held the white pieces, while Shang Kangsheng held the black ones.

A crowd of elder gentlemen and ladies also surrounded them, watching the game.

"Ah, that’s wrong, that’s wrong! Old Man Shang, you’ve made a mistake here. You should have played this way," an old man with white beard shifted a black piece on the board to a different spot.

"You’re the one who’s wrong!" Shang Kangsheng slapped away the old man’s hand and moved the black piece back to its original place, "Old Song, haven’t you heard that it is not gentlemanly to comment during a game of Go? Honestly, aren’t you afraid of being laughed at?"

Song Yuan, somewhat annoyed, said, "Look at you, such a stubborn old man! I was kindly reminding you, and you don’t even appreciate it."

Listening to their conversation, Chu Jin giggled, "Grandpa Shang, are you sure you want to place your piece there? There’s still time to regret it, you know."

"Of course!" Would he really take that Old Song’s advice?

How embarrassing that would be.

In fact, as soon as Shang Kangsheng finished saying this, he regretted it.

He looked at the board and knew that the situation was not in his favor.

The game was originally close, only half a point determining the victory, and it all depended on this last move. Unexpectedly, he had been fooled by this young girl’s disguise technique, and she had gradually turned the tables. Now the thought of turning the game around seemed difficult.

Chu Jin calmly placed her final piece down, "Grandpa Shang, I thank you for the game."

"Ha ha ha, Old Shang, you’ve lost, haven’t you? I told you not to move there!" Song Yuan said gleefully.

"Hmph! Would I have lost if you hadn’t been meddling?" Shang Kangsheng threw a tantrum, scrambling the board with his hand, "This game doesn’t count. Miss Jin, let’s play another round."

"Hey, Old Shang, how can you be so dishonest? It’s my turn now, move aside." Song Yuan pulled Shang Kangsheng away and sat down himself, smiling, "Miss Jin, let’s start our game."

Shang Kangsheng sat sulkily to one side, "Miss Jin, don’t be polite to him!"

Chu Jin straightened her back and organized the pieces, "Please make your move, Grandpa Song."

"Alright," Song Yuan picked up a black piece and slowly placed it at the top left star point.

Chu Jin also took a white piece between her index and middle fingers, and placed it next to the black one.

When she played, her expression was serious, using the most standard Go gestures.

The game proceeded with each player taking their turn, and soon the board was half-filled with black and white pieces. The situation grew more intense, and some sweat began to appear on Song Yuan’s forehead.

Every move was carefully considered—it was the first time in his life he felt he had met his match.

Chu Jin still had that calm demeanor, patiently picking up another white piece to follow.

The elderly spectators surrounding them clucked in amazement, "This girl’s Go playing isn’t half bad. She’s been able to compete with Old Song for so long. And look, the game seems to have reached a draw, but in fact, Old Song is already at a disadvantage..."

Shang Kangsheng laughed heartily, "Ha ha ha, well done Miss Jin. That’s the way to do it. Wipe him out completely."

The atmosphere grew even tenser.

The two players caused upheaval on the board, shifting the tides of the game.

Sweat continued to increase on Song Yuan’s brow.

The outcome of the game was about to be decided by a single captured piece.

Chu Jin’s fingers, holding a piece, paused for a moment, then changed direction, "Grandpa Song, I lose."

Shang Kangsheng watched the unfolding scene in disbelief, a look of regret flashing in his eyes, "Such a good game, how could it be lost."

Song Yuan looked up in surprise. He had never even considered he might win and had been preparing for defeat all along.

Clearly, he had underestimated Chu Jin’s skills from the start.

And he never expected that a teenage girl could be so formidable.

Clearly, the young girl lost on purpose so as not to hurt his pride.

Song Yuan, with a glint of admiration in his eyes, chuckled, "It should be me losing, Grandpa Song. Miss Jin, why are you indulging me just like my son does? I must have him come and play a proper game with you sometime. I can guarantee you that he’s more skilled than I am."

Shang Kangsheng mocked without mercy, "Oh, come on! You’re always boasting about your son, Third Young Master Song, yet he always loses to me!"

"You think he’s really losing to you? He’s letting you win!"

"Do I need him to let me win? Even without it, I can still defeat him utterly!"

"Old Man Shang, at your age, how can you still be so shameless?"

"..."

Neither old man was willing to give in.

They argued until their faces were red and their voices loud.

As the evening drew to a close, Chu Jin walked with Shang Kangsheng out of the park, "Grandpa Shang, thank you."

Shang Kangsheng was naturally aware of the meaning behind her words, "Girl, what are you thanking me for? I didn’t invest in Chu Corporation because of you. I’m making an investment. Don’t think that because I’m old, I’m blind. I have long-term vision, knowing that Chu Corporation won’t just topple over so easily. At the end of the year, don’t forget to give me my dividends. And, I love lively events. I must attend the company’s annual meeting as the largest shareholder."

Chu Jin’s smile was full of promise, "Rest assured, when the time comes, I’ll make sure you’re full of profits and pride."

The silhouettes of the young and the old slowly disappeared into the sunset.