The Way of the Blind Girl Chess Saint

This is truly... a disguised form of "zombie mode"...

"Zombie flow" is a term used in Go (Weiqi) to refer to using the tactic of sacrificing pieces to exploit the opponent's weaknesses.

It should be noted here that the "zombie flow" specifically refers to the kind of dead but not stiff shape in a game. Generally speaking, it means that the thinking is different from the general public, and the understanding of dead pieces and thickness is higher than that of ordinary people. It means that the zombie flow can find the means, grasp the game, and control the rhythm.

Of course, this isn't a zombie strategy.

Although Black's attempt to tighten White's liberties does not yield any benefit, it does allow White to change its control from Liu Zhongxi to Jiang Gu [because Wang Jun's move was a desperate response, somewhat like a feint, forcing White to take the initiative].

Wang Jun's move was used to stall Liu Zhongxi, and Ji Yingting, who was stronger, could also gain more move resources. Therefore, Wang Jun's move can be described as a disguised zombie style [in terms of the use of dead pieces].

"They're not playing Go anymore... they're cheating." Jiang Gu was covered in cold sweat. He was nervous not because he was afraid of losing, but because... he was terrified of dealing with Ji Yingting's moves.

Avoiding the faint smile on Ji Yingting's lips, Jiang Gu knew... that if he made any wrong move, it would lead to the utter ruin of the white pieces.

However, that wisp of green hair, like a swaying willow tree, lingered in his mind.

Jiang Gu's right hand trembled slightly... He found himself at a loss for how to place his piece. Looking at the board... although the shape of that group of white stones had a certain appeal, it would be ridiculous to think that black could survive inside it.

Next, although... as long as White captures the Black stones that have invaded its territory, the situation can be turned from disadvantage to advantage.

But... what if Black manages to live by sheer luck? Then, the two sides will have a lead of more than twenty points.

No… Jiang Gu shook his head violently. Here, not only must we kill, but we must kill cleanly, not ko-kill, because… Black’s shape is just too perfect, there are almost no ko threats on the board.

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A few drops of sweat fell from Jiang Gu's cheeks, his right arm trembled slightly, yet he still managed to place the chess piece.

Because of a mistake he made in the opening phase, Liu Chongxi's cousin was restrained by Wang Jun for several consecutive moves, which almost drove him to the brink of mental collapse as he faced Ji Yingting alone.

Because, in his heart... a demon had already appeared—a demon for that woman with long, light green hair.

Perhaps... she really can survive inside?

Quick fact: When expert players see a particular area or shape on the chessboard, they don't need to analyze or calculate carefully; they can immediately judge the strength or weakness of the move based on their rich experience.

When discussing a game, if they see an "unattractive" formation and intuitively feel that the opponent can exploit it, they will say, "This doesn't look good."

However, they often need time to think about and conduct in-depth calculations before they know what specific methods to use.

Obviously, a flawed chess pattern that is too obvious is not something a master can say "it doesn't taste good".

Another similar term is "lingering flavor," which means that the chess pattern is flawed, or "not good."

However, when saying "there's a lingering aftertaste here," the other person may feel that the place is of little value or that the timing is not right.

There is no need to immediately launch an attack; instead, we should make moves elsewhere and wait for the right opportunity to take action.

P.S.: I recommend a friend's new book, "The One Thing I Don't Want to Be Controlled by You".

Chapter 67: Eyes of the Storm X Death's Fishing

"Aaaaaahhhhh!!!! What is this idiot hesitating about?" Liu Chongxi was almost driven mad with anger. He even wished he could snatch the entire chessboard and play chess for Jiang Gu.

However... he also knew that he had set the rules for two-player Go.

He seriously underestimated the people opposite him, especially that old woman with long, light green hair in a bun. How awful!

Having been constantly held back by Wang Jun's aggressive first moves, Liu Chongxi was practically bursting with frustration.

"Hoo..." In this extremely urgent situation, Jiang Gu gradually closed his eyes.

Calm down... calm down.

His forehead was soaked with sweat, his vision was blurry, and his heart was pounding.

Jiang Gu could sense that blindly following Ji Yingting's rhythm and acting hastily would not allow him to defeat them.

A few minutes later, Jiang Gu's breathing gradually calmed down, and the sweat on his sky-blue curly hair was blown away by a gust of cold wind.

"Why isn't he playing Go yet? Does it take that long to think about playing Go?" a middle-aged man with a child asked curiously.

"Of course! Although I don't quite understand it either, I've heard that in ancient times, some people could play a single game of chess for months on end!" a passerby explained.

With a snap, Jiang Gu finally placed his piece, the white piece seemingly encapsulating all his determination.

At the same time, his move made Liu Chongxi's gray eyes widen in surprise.

"Oh, have you calmed down yet?"

Under the starry sky, Ji Yingting slightly opened her purple starry eyes, and her two large, greenish-blue breasts trembled a few times. In fact, she hadn't done anything at all.

This blue-haired boy has a really bad character.

On the surface, the boy named Liu Chongxi may seem very impatient, but the fact that he has managed to remain subdued under Wang Jun's strong initial attack is enough to prove his inner composure.

On the contrary... the blue-haired boy appears very refined on the surface, but his heart is in turmoil. A chess player who can be defeated so easily can never become a professional chess player.

Fortunately, he has gradually returned to normal.

Ji Yingting tucked the stray green hairs that had fallen across his forehead behind his ear. Of course, if he broke down so early, wouldn't that be pointless?

The worry-free corner in the lower left corner of Route 2...

This is Jiang Gu's move. He did not respond to Black's invasion, but instead did the same thing as Wang Jun, taking the initiative.

Of course, since it's Wang Jun's turn to move next, his strong first move won't be effective against Ji Yingting, but... that's enough, because...

Boom!! A silver light suddenly flashed, and Liu Chongxi quickly picked up a chess piece.

All we need to do is make her the one playing the game! Jiang Gu's eyes widened suddenly.

A dazzling silver light enveloped Liu Chongxi's hands, his pulse pounding like thunder. Liu Chongxi slammed a white chess piece down with the force of a drumbeat.

Boom! A white burst of energy pierced through the chessboard, Ji Yingting's long, light green hair suddenly billowed up, and Wang Jun's black bangs were also whipped upwards, revealing a face as cute as a girl's.

Instead of blocking the black piece, he jumped towards the center! He wanted to surround the black piece along with about 15 points of empty space!

"Whoosh!!!" A gust of wind howled in, and everyone around squinted their eyes. Many girls' skirts were blown up by the strong wind.

"What's going on?! Why is there such a strong wind suddenly blowing?" A lot of noise arose from all around.

His short white hair fluttered in the air, and Liu Chongxi's eyes shone with a grayish-white light. In an instant, his hairstyle changed from a buzz cut to a spiky one.

Boom!!!

In an instant, a huge white storm enveloped the chessboard, and with Liu Chongxi's body as the origin, a white tornado composed of countless wind blades spun wildly.

Perhaps, to outsiders it was just that the wind had gotten stronger, but... Ji Yingting and Wang Jun were truly capable of seeing through Liu Chongxi's chess moves, which was terrifying.

A colorless, oval-shaped tornado completely sealed off the four of them. Liu Zhongxi's short white hair shot towards the sky, and his gray pupils were filled with rage.

His pent-up frustration finally erupted at that moment.

【Chess Strategy - Eye of the Storm】

"Let me show you... the enormous gap between mortals and geniuses! Come on, try whatever tricks you want to pull!! Bring it on!!"

Now that things have come to this, Liu Chongxi said with an extremely serious expression that he would use his absolute strength to completely defeat Ji Yingting and Wang Jun.

"Aaaaaah! What is this?!"

Jiang Gu exclaimed incredulously. A huge white tornado surrounded the four of them, and the terrifying wind pressure caused his long, sky-blue curly hair to curl outwards layer by layer.

His sky-blue pupils were tightly closed; he had never seen anything like a chess game before. What the hell was this thing?!

"A genius?" Ji Yingting's long, light green hair fluttered gently in the wind, her light green bangs lifted up, revealing two light green, crescent-shaped eyebrows.

She opened her Moonlight Eyes in an instant, and the entire starry sky was turned upside down. Her long, turquoise hair also began to grow longer.

Um……??

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Suddenly, Ji Yingting's expression became somewhat strange.

What happened the next second caused Ji Yingting to instantly dismantle her impending chess move, and her long, light green hair slowly fell down with the storm.

The pale green moonlight eyes closed, transforming back into purple starlight eyes.

A cloud of black smoke billowed out from beneath the chessboard, filling a large area within the storm with a whooshing sound.

A woman's terrified scream rang in the ears of the four, and several huge black blades appeared out of thin air, followed by a huge figure in a black robe appearing behind Wang Jun.

The blade wheel was stained with blood, and countless jet-black steel chains bound Wang Jun's hands. Black smoke transformed into dozens of flocks of black crows, flying around the bloody blade wheel and screeching in agony.

The woman's laughter startled the white crows, and Jiang Gu's face instantly turned terrified.

"You...think that my constant avoidance is because I'm afraid?"

Wang Jun's black bangs were blown up by the wind, and Ji Yingting instantly saw Wang Jun's cute girl-like appearance clearly. It was as if she saw a Wang Mu Rou.

He said calmly, "You... are just an immature piece of trash..."

[Chess Game Strategy - Death's Fishing]...

Chapter 68: Time to Bark Like a Dog

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Of course, it was Ji Yingting's turn to make the move. After playing against Lin Hong, she was able to initially block out the interference of the game situation. Ji Yingting slowly closed her eyes.

The black blade wheel chain was entangled with the storm. Ji Yingting gently picked up a black stone with her right hand. Because the shape of the white stones was not good, Jiang Gu was in a dilemma about whether to kill the stones.

Liu Zhongxi's move could definitely be called a brilliant one, because even if that piece died, the gap between White and Black would not be so easy to close; at most, it would only help White's outer influence become a little stronger.

However, his large jump encirclement complicated the situation. While it seemed that he had not blocked the black piece, he had actually cut off its escape route.

It's either the enemy survives or I lose... This is the true decisive factor in victory.

The decisive move: refers to the crucial move made by the side facing an unfavorable situation, which is essential to turning the tide.

They generally have a strong competitive spirit.

Countless maps of changing escape routes flashed through Ji Yingting's mind. A few seconds later, she nodded, swaying her long, light green hair.

With a soft thud, the chessboard was struck, and a beam of emerald light shone down from the sky. A look of astonishment appeared in the eyes of all four.

Hanging...