Chapter 379
Qin Lao exclaimed in admiration, “Excellent!”
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Tim raised an eyebrow, smiling subtly. Zark and Ji Qingyue were stunned; they’d lost track of Ashley’s strategy. Her seemingly passive defense had masked her subtle maneuvers. They realized she wasn’t just a chess player; she was exceptionally skilled.
Tanya, focused on Chase, had also lost track of his moves. She expected Ashley to lose quickly, but Chase’s increasing seriousness–more so than when playing Tanya–and the rapt attention of li Lao and Qin Lao, made her realize Ashley was genuinely skilled, perhaps even better than her. She shifted her focus to Ashley, feeling a chill as Ashley deftly countered Chase’s strategies. Qin Lao’s exclamation sent a wave of unease through her.
Ashley was completely absorbed in the game. She’d stabilized her position, but knew victory was unlikely… She glanced at Chase.
He placed another stone. Ashley paused.
Ji Lao chuckled.“Remarkable. To witness such a game between two young people… impressive.”
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