Go: The live broadcast queen launched a gorgeous rebellion against the dog

"Ah... I give up."

Two days passed by in a flash.

It was 3:40 PM on February 8th, in the chess room of the Dongjiang Hotel in Dongjiang City, Huaxia.

After a grueling 148 moves, Yang Manjing gently placed two black stones in a corner of the board and resigned.

However… the witch's face didn't show much frustration at defeat. Only after Rui Zhao gradually recovered from the game did she ask the other person with a helpless yet relieved expression:
"...Sigh! Even with a handicap, we still suffered a complete defeat!"
"Um, Rui Zhao..."

"Where did I go wrong in this game?"

"what……"

When asked, Yong Shi Zhaojun briefly organized her thoughts and then very naturally began to review the game for her teammates from the Poyang Lake team:
"I think that at the beginning, Manjing, your top left corner layout was fine. The layout was solid and the response was appropriate."

"But the 37th move, the small crossover to the corner... might be a little too slow. It would be more appropriate to use a shoulder cross on the lower right."

"But I got the first move, and after I established my position in all directions, I surrounded you in the middle. Then you tried to attack from the lower right shoulder, but I launched a fierce attack. At that point, it was already very difficult for you."

"In my opinion afterward... it was basically irrelevant to winning or losing."

Miss Witch listened quietly to Rui Zhao's analysis, her gaze following Rui Zhao's fingers as they moved across the chessboard.

Only after Rui Zhao finished speaking did she sigh softly and say:

"...Sigh! Did it turn out like this just because I slowed down a bit?"
"You're really widening the gap!"

At this point, the little witch paused, shifting her gaze from the chessboard to Rui Zhao's face. Her eyes gradually became serious and profound, as if piercing through time:
“That… Rui Zhao.”

"Do you remember the first time we played against each other? It was the game we downloaded online."

Rui Zhao was slightly taken aback upon hearing this, seemingly surprised that the other party would suddenly bring up something from so long ago.

She blinked, and then a smile tinged with reminiscence appeared on her face:

Ah... I still remember...

"Back then, I hadn't even reached the professional level yet!"

"Ah."

Yang Manjing nodded, a slightly embarrassed smile on her face, and then brought up that prejudiced and jealous thought from back then:

"To be honest... I didn't really like you back then."

"I think you're just a pretty female anchor who's all show and no substance. What makes you think you can attract Sister Yu Hong's attention?!"

"After I beat you in that game, I felt like I had gotten rid of a lot of pent-up anger."

"Well……

"Looking back now... it seems like you had a lot of feelings towards me back then, Manjing!"

Listening to her teammate's candid confession, Rui Zhao didn't show much surprise or dissatisfaction. Instead, she gave a gentle and understanding smile, her tone slightly tinged with emotion:
"I remember that year, after you lost to me in the final round of the Women's Go League, you cried so hard that you didn't even come to the awards ceremony..."

"Oh dear! Don't bring up those embarrassing things I did back then!"

Yang Manjing's cheeks instantly flushed red, and she immediately waved her hands repeatedly, trying to hide her embarrassment.

"I was so young back then!"

"...Huh? Actually, you are now..."

Seeing Yang Manjing's embarrassed and annoyed expression, Rui Zhao seemed to want to say something.

But as if suddenly realizing something was wrong, she swallowed the rest of her words:
"Uh...no, it's nothing! I won't say anything more!"

Yang Manjing was somewhat confused by Rui Zhao's sudden braking. She glanced at him with a puzzled look, but didn't delve into it further.

She then took a deep breath and steered the conversation back on track:

"To be honest... ever since then, I've been secretly competing with you, thinking that I'll get my revenge on you sooner or later!"

"But in the end, I just watched you keep running forward, getting harder and harder to see..."

"So I can only console myself by saying that you're two and a half years older than me! When I'm the same age, I'll definitely be able to do it too!"

"But looking at it now... it's still too difficult!"

"No, not at all!"

Upon hearing this, Rui Zhao immediately shook her head:

"I feel that Manjing, your skill level... is about the same as mine two and a half years ago!"

Forget it!

"Maybe I'm not that much different from you two and a half years ago, but I won't become the monster you are now in two and a half years!"

The little witch retorted without hesitation, her face clearly saying, "I don't believe it."

Despite the witch's unwavering criticism, her gaze towards her team's captain grew increasingly sincere:

"However... even though I've never been able to catch up with you, I'm still very grateful for your appearance."

"Without you, I might never have gotten to where I am now, and I would never have pushed myself to my limits!"
"Things like being promoted to 9th dan or winning the Chinese Weiqi League championship won't be awarded either... including that..."

At this point, Yang Manjing's tone softened, and a natural sweetness appeared on her face:

"...I doubt things will progress that quickly with the little glasses guy!"

"Who knows, by the time I realize it, he might have already been snatched away by someone else!" "Ah! That's because of your own hard work, Manjing!"

Hearing the other person's words, which were tinged with a hint of playfulness and relief, Rui Zhao quickly waved her hand and said:
"I didn't really play any role, and instead made you cry after the league that year, Manjing... Oh, and another one!"
"Thinking back now, I think I even prevented you from seeing the squirrels at Changbai Peak! I'm so sorry..."

Yang Manjing couldn't help but burst out laughing when she saw Rui Zhao's earnest apology!
She waved her hand repeatedly, her tone relaxed and open-minded:
"It's okay, it's okay! I can still go after I retire!"

"Then Little Glasses and I will take the baby with us!"

"...Huh?"

"Baby?! Baby?!"

Hearing the young player in the team, who had just turned twenty, utter such a word, even the usually calm and composed Miss Zhaojun showed a rare look of shock in her eyes, as if she thought she had misheard something.

Yang Manjing was made a little shy by Rui Zhao's overly intense reaction, and two blushes quickly rose on her face.

"Oh, well... it's definitely too early for Li to have a baby!"

She emphasized that having a baby is still a distant plan:

"After all... we've only just gotten to the point of getting married..."

"Getting...married?!"

Even after taking a step back, surprise still lingered in Miss Zhaojun's eyes:

"You and Chu Jun are getting married?!"

"Then, when is it scheduled?!"

Seeing Rui Zhao's completely stunned expression, Yang Manjing revealed a sweet and sly smile of triumph:

"It's tomorrow!"

...

...

"...Chu Jun! First of all, I wish you and Man Jing a happy marriage!"

The next morning, at 8:50 a.m., in the chess room of the Dongjiang Hotel.

Chu Jun, who challenged Rui Zhao as the winner of this year's Nongshim Cup, had just taken his seat when he heard a heartfelt blessing from the Athena of the Go world.

Chu Jun was taken aback at first, then an embarrassed smile appeared on his face.

He subconsciously raised his hand and scratched his head, his voice tinged with embarrassment:
"It seems... Jingjing has already told you..."

"Uh-huh!"

Rui Zhao nodded vigorously:

"I was wondering why your match was scheduled for so early this morning..."

"So you had a registration appointment this afternoon!"

"Uh...yes."

"Our parents checked the almanac and decided today is an auspicious day."

Chu Jun lowered his head slightly, his honest voice tinged with a hint of shyness:
"Jingjing said she wanted to register in a special place, and there's a high-altitude registration point over 200 meters high in Dongjiang... perfect!"

"More importantly, Jingjing and I also hope..."

"...Rui Zhao, you can be our witness!"

"Eh? Me?"

Rui Zhao's eyes widened slightly—this little witch hadn't mentioned it to her yesterday.

"Yes!"

Chu Jun nodded vigorously:

"In the beginning, Jingjing and I got closer to each other so that we could figure out how to defeat you!"
"But who knew that after discussing it for a while, it turned out to be... um."

At this point, the captain of the Pengze team inevitably became a little reserved, pausing subconsciously. Then, realizing he was embarrassed to pause, he quickly continued:
"Although we haven't been able to defeat you yet, we've still achieved our goal in another way!"
"So, being able to complete the love contract with your witness, after we each challenged you, feels like a great ritual for us..."

"I feel very lucky to have finally been able to qualify for the challenge."

"I just don't know... whether this counts as bothering you!"

"How could that be! I'm honored!"

Rui Zhao immediately shook her head, a warm and joyful smile spreading across her face. Her eyes were filled with sincere blessings and a deep appreciation for this trust.

Her gaze then swept over the gleaming chessboard before her, and a small smile curved her lips.

"However, since it's meant to be a memento of our marriage registration..."

"Then in this game of chess... Chu Jun, you have to make sure you don't have any regrets, right?"

"Yes! That's for sure!"

Upon hearing this, Chu Jun's shyness and unease vanished instantly, replaced by the calm demeanor unique to a chess player facing a formidable opponent!
He straightened his back, his gaze becoming focused and resolute, like a sword about to be drawn! His voice was steady and powerful, carrying an undeniable determination!
Then, he slowly bowed his head in respect, his movements fluid and full of reverence. His gaze met Rui Zhao's clear eyes, and his voice was clear and solemn as he uttered the title that symbolized the highest respect in the current chess world:

"...Please enlighten me, may I be a forever Zhaojun!" (End of Chapter)