"Wow~ They actually used that move, huh? That's really brilliant. It seems Gin-chan's understanding of tactics has improved a bit more now~"

"It's just that I'm still a bit rusty in some areas. I used to be too bold, but now I'm too cautious. Actually, I could have been more confident in my attacks just now."

"Hmm, your mindset adjustment is pretty good! You're almost at the level of a professional player now. All that's left is experience and a bit more drive!"

……

"Okay, let's call this round for now. We've come at a rather complicated moment, so let's think things through carefully."

"...Yes, Master."

After hearing the man's words, Yinzi, who was sitting down, nodded silently and began to seriously consider the chess game in front of him.

The man, on the other hand, raised his hands with a relaxed expression and stretched, looking very casual, creating a stark contrast between the two.

Of course, no one felt there was anything strange about this, after all, the gap between the two was even greater than that between the two girls who had just played against each other.

"Ai-chan, do you want to keep watching?"

"Uh-huh!"

"Okay, I'll get up first then~ Give it your all~"

The man quickly smiled and asked his little daughter in his arms. After receiving her adorable affirmative answer, he smiled back, stood up, and let the two girls continue studying the chess game.

The current situation is actually in a "endgame" state, which is quite delicate. A single move could completely affect the subsequent course of the game, but it also has infinite possibilities.

This endgame, number 16, should be considered a model endgame in the shogi world. Moreover, this game has not appeared in any previous shogi endgames; it is a completely new one.

However, Bai Ye didn't intend to treat it like some kind of treasure, after all...

This was just a casual game he played; he himself had come up with no fewer than a thousand similar chess positions.

But for these two little ones, it was incredibly ingenious, and they both immediately took out their phones to photograph the game, probably afraid of missing such a wonderful match in the future.

"Uncle, what's the situation now? Are you in the lead?"

Of course, among those present, besides Bai Ye, there was one other person who wasn't very interested in the game.

Hui asked curiously, her big eyes blinking wide, clearly showing her curiosity.

This chess game is actually the same one that Ai and Yinzi played earlier.

But unlike the situation where Ai was completely passive just now, Yinzi was the one seriously dealing with things throughout the whole process, while Baiye seemed to place his pieces without much thought.

Each piece is placed again within two seconds, demonstrating extreme confidence in one's chess skills!

Unbeknownst to Hui, the atmosphere on both sides seemed to have become more tense, but the number of pieces on both sides had not changed, which puzzled her.

Even though Senior Sister Yin has a lot of pieces, she would still make a profit even if they exchanged them, right?

But actually, if you really think that way, you'll definitely lose money terribly!

If you ask her how she knows, it's because she's lost many times already!

"Well, actually there's no advantage anymore. In this situation, we just need to wait for Gin-chan to take the initiative to attack while I maintain a defensive stance. Anyway, no matter what, the other side will definitely attack sooner or later."

"why?"

"Because she'll get restless. If she can't continue attacking, her camp will only become more and more entrenched within its own ranks, gradually being devoured by me. So, she'll probably take advantage of her current advantage to fight me head-on. But the outcome of such a fight is also very dangerous; it could lead to her instant defeat. Whether she uses every means to quickly eliminate me, or waits until we're on equal footing, regroups, and makes a more prudent move, depends on Gin-chan's plans."

Amidst Ena's increasingly dazed and bewildered gaze, Byakuya slowly uttered these words with a smile, then looked chuckled at Gin and Ai, who were still intently studying.

These two children's dedication to shogi was among the most persistent he had ever met.

If they can learn how to solve this puzzle, it will be of great benefit to both of them, and they will be more confident in tomorrow's match.

In short, let them keep looking around.

"I knew it! Just as I thought, I knew it would be like this..."

"You don't even know how to play shogi."

"Uh! Sagiri-chan, don't ruin my chances as soon as you come over!"

Meanwhile, Hui started to liven up the atmosphere.

She had originally intended to put on an act, but was suddenly humiliated by Sagiri's return, and became instantly embarrassed.

The video had been on the whole time, almost without interruption. Bai Ye had been a little worried about whether the girl had enough data.

However, nowadays there is wireless network everywhere, and it is universally available across the globe, so there is no need to worry.

The development of this world is similar to that of his original world. Some places are relatively backward, but there are also some high-tech features.

Of course, there are also things like mushroom clouds.

"Hehe, the relationship between the two of you has become quite good, that's a good thing."

Bai Ye watched this scene with a smile and nodded in satisfaction.

Sagiri has even started quietly making sarcastic comments from the sidelines; that's a big improvement!

Of course, this is normal. After all, Hui is her first friend, so it's natural for her to value her.

"Of course! I'll definitely try my best to take Sagiri-chan out to play!"

"...I don't want to go out with you."

Of course, the two little ones will inevitably bicker sometimes.

Even though Sagiri is now willing to acknowledge Megumi as her friend, letting her go out with Megumi is another matter entirely.

"It's okay, I'll take Sagiri-chan out sooner or later anyway~"

"Hehe, that's a very good ambition, but what will you do with Sagiri after that? You're not just going to abandon her, are you?"

"..."

But as Megumi continued to answer with a smile, Byakuya suddenly made a teasing remark, causing Sagiri to fall silent as well.

The atmosphere seemed to freeze instantly.

Of course, Byakuya didn't think Megumi would do that; he was just asking on behalf of Sagiri.

Sagiri is a very sensitive girl with a strong sense of vigilance.

If Hui's time as a "friend" is limited, and she disappears after achieving her "goal," then that would be even worse.

Sagiri will probably be more cautious about making friends in the future, and may even not want to make friends at all...

"What are you saying? Didn't I already say we'd be good friends from now on? I'm planning to take her out every day to meet all sorts of new friends. It wasn't easy to make such a good friend, so of course I'll cherish it!"

Fortunately, just as Bai Ye had predicted, Hui didn't have time to think at all. She immediately showed him a look full of disdain and complained irritably.

This not only revived the atmosphere but also caused Sagiri in the video to turn her face to the side, revealing half of her face with a slight curve at the corner of her mouth.

These words undoubtedly put the little guy's mind at ease.

Well, in fact, Megumi never even considered giving up on Sagiri.

Although she has many friends, most of them are only casual acquaintances. They get along naturally and without awkwardness, but in reality, many people keep a certain distance from her.

True, close friends are actually quite rare.

Of course, she didn't really mind. After all, having many friends isn't a bad thing. Everyone's energy is limited, and she had already done a great job!

...But Sagiri-chan was the first friend she felt was so difficult to make.

But what she cares about isn't just the difficulty; Sagiri is also one of the few friends she truly feels are "special."

She's like a character straight out of a novel, and she's incredibly cute. Plus, he did those subtle things to her (drawing)!

Although they didn't actually spend a very long time together, she genuinely felt that being with Sagiri was special, comfortable, and fun.

If that's the case, why doesn't she just continue playing with Sagiri-chan?

Although she doesn't know if she will remain friends with Sagiri forever, she'll just have to take it one step at a time and see what happens in the future!

"Yeah, good luck to both of you!"

Upon hearing this, Byakuya smiled and reached out to pat Megumi's head. His gaze also fell on his daughter on the screen, his eyes gentle and encouraging, making Sagiri feel a little shy.

But this time, unusually, he didn't refute it.

After all, she was still a little happy inside.

"Uncle, you're not still trying to win me over with these old-fashioned tricks, are you? I've already told you I'm not falling for that anymore."

Hui, who was being patted on the head, naturally wouldn't blush like those little girls in anime; that's just for show.

A normal girl would only reject and push away if treated like this.

...Of course, if it wasn't slapped open, that should say something, right?

"You little brat, I've already told you I won't lay a hand on little girls. Don't be so precocious. Let's talk about this when you're an adult."

Bai Ye shook his head helplessly, feeling powerless against this precocious little girl, but he didn't stop touching her.

"What? Isn't he mature enough as he is now?" Hui, who was being touched, also showed a hint of frustration on her face.

She really couldn't understand what the difference was between those few years.

Even though Teacher Nanami looks the same way, he still did it, didn't he?

Is age really that important?

"Maturity isn't something you just talk about; it's something you show. Learn it slowly."

Bai Ye smiled and affectionately pinched Hui's little nose, then looked at the game next to him, treating her as if she were his sister... or even his "daughter," which made Hui pout.

"...I want to learn shogi too! Uncle, please teach me!"

"Teach you? Learning shogi is very tiring."

"I'm not afraid anymore! Aren't we supposed to learn to be mature? I'll study hard and become a mature beauty as soon as possible! Teach me how to be a 'cool guy'!"

"..."

Couldn't you have phrased it differently?

Chapter 179: Embracing Beauties on Both Sides (Please Subscribe)

"Watch this! Six consecutive attacks~! No more words now, right, uncle? I really am a genius~"

"Hmm, you have some talent, but it would be even better if you didn't secretly take my pieces."

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