[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-reborn-in-the-80s-mountain-hunting-is-also-a-lif":3,"chapter-reborn-in-the-80s-mountain-hunting-is-also-a-lif-reborn-in-the-80s-mountain-hunting-is-also-a-lif-chapter-1142":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","Reborn in the 80s: Mountain Hunting is Also a Life",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1901662,2536,"Chapter 1142: Rosewood Antique Chess Set","reborn-in-the-80s-mountain-hunting-is-also-a-lif-chapter-1142",1142,"\u003Cp>It was clear that Shi Suo had spent a significant amount of time preparing for this meal to host Wang An.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the couple whispered to each other, the sound of a door closing came from the outer room; Shi Suo’s wife had gone out to buy wine and food.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A while later, Shi Suo entered the room carrying a thermos in his left hand and a tea tray in his right.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It must be said, the tea tray and mugs in Shi Suo’s home were quite interesting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Normally, a tea tray would hold porcelain teacups, but Shi Suo’s tray was filled with enamel mugs of various sizes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Furthermore, these enamel mugs were painted with various awards—first prize, second prize, excellence awards, and citations for meritorious service.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was obvious that not a single one of these mugs had been bought; they were all prizes Shi Suo had received from competitions or for his work.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Naturally, this was enough to demonstrate Shi Suo’s excellence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shi Suo placed the tray on the kang, scanned the mugs one by one, and finally picked up one marked for a first-class merit, rinsed it out, and poured a cup of plain boiled water for Wang An.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the same time, Shi Suo said to Wang An with a look of apology:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We're out of tea leaves, so just make do with some boiled water, hehehe.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he spoke, Shi Suo gave an awkward laugh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang An acted as if he hadn't heard the remark, ignoring the comment entirely, and instead laughed as he changed the subject:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You've certainly won your fair share of awards, Brother Shi. But why are they all enamel mugs? Don't you have anything else?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As it turned out, Wang An’s decision not to address the previous comment was correct, as it instantly dissolved Shi Suo’s awkwardness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing this, Shi Suo replied with a speechless expression:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s a damn strange thing, but every time I participate in a competition, no matter what place I take, the prize is always a damn enamel mug.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he spoke, Shi Suo pointed to the largest mug on the tray and said:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This one I got for taking first place in the bureau’s long-distance race a few years ago.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He then pointed to another slightly smaller mug:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And this one I got for taking second place in the push-up competition that year.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shi Suo went on for a while; regardless of the competition or the merit award, he always seemed to end up with a brand-new enamel mug.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for prizes like toothbrushes, soap, or enamel basins, while he had received them, it was a rare occurrence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Shi Suo finished, Wang An stared blankly for several seconds before bursting into laughter, rocking back and forth, laughing so recklessly he nearly choked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The main thing was that winning an award every time was already rare, but winning an enamel mug every single time was truly a curiosity among curiosities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the laughter subsided, the two chatted for a while longer until Shi Suo’s wife returned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, the sounds of washing vegetables and chopping with a kitchen knife drifted in from the outer room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That’s how it is when two people chat; eventually, the topics run dry. As the host, Shi Suo was afraid Wang An would be bored, so he took the initiative:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Brother, do you know how to play chess? I reckon the food will take a while yet. How about we play a round?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It must be said, because Shi Suo’s family hadn't prepared anything, the meal was indeed coming along quite slowly. With their limited means, there were no biscuits or snacks to tide him over, and Wang An was getting hungry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But since he was already here, he had to endure the hunger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So, when Shi Suo suggested chess, it suited Wang An perfectly. As the old saying goes, \"Idle hunger is hard to bear,\" and playing chess would make the time pass faster.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Shi Suo spoke, Wang An replied with a smile:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sure, let's play. But I’m not very good, Brother Shi, you’ll have to go easy on me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That’s what he said, but in reality, there wasn't a game Wang An didn't know. Poker, Mahjong, Chinese chess, Go—he knew them all, and he knew all the variations. Most importantly, he was actually quite good at them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When Shi Suo heard this, he immediately grinned and said:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We’re brothers, don't you worry, I’ll definitely go easy on you, hehehe.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Shi Suo brought out the chess set, Wang An was shocked the moment he saw the appearance and material of the pieces.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This set was actually made of rosewood, and the sides and backs of the pieces were carved with colorful auspicious clouds and four-clawed divine dragons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From the carvings, it was clear that the person who made this set was a master craftsman with exquisite skills.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang An knew how to carve, but he believed that even with his own skills, he couldn't carve patterns this exquisite and flawless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Most importantly, this set had some real age to it; it was at least from the early Qing Dynasty, or perhaps even the Great Ming.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In other words, not only was the material top-notch and the carving technique superb, but it was also a genuine antique.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Subconsciously, Wang An said:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Brother Shi, you’re hiding your light under a bushel. You have such an incredible chess set?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shi Suo was stunned, picked up a piece to look at it, and said with a bewildered expression:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What’s wrong? Is there something special about this chess set? Isn't it just made of wood?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang An clicked his tongue and stared into Shi Suo’s eyes for a long time before looking away. He realized that Shi Suo truly didn't understand what he had.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without answering Shi Suo’s question, Wang An asked:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Has anyone seen this set before? Has anyone ever offered to buy it from you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shi Suo replied without hesitation:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, quite a few people. But this set was given to me by my grandfather, and they only offered peanuts for it, so I wouldn't sell.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was clear that if the buyers hadn't offered such low prices, Shi Suo would have sold it long ago.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang An nodded:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mm, you were right not to sell. This set will be worth a fortune in the future. If you sold it now, you’d be kicking yourself later.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shi Suo asked as he set up the board:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What’s going on, Brother? Is there something special about this set? Tell me about it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang An didn't hide it and explained the remarkable qualities of the set.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing this, Shi Suo quickly asked:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Brother, how much do you think this set is worth now?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang An thought for a moment and said:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Right now, it’s worth at least half a year of your salary. In the future, who knows?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shi Suo nearly jumped up, saying in disbelief:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just this wooden chess set is worth over two hundred yuan?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wang An smiled calmly:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why not? It’s worth that much. By the way, if you ever want to sell it, come straight to me. Don't sell it to anyone else.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thanks to \"Reader 55 is very happy meimeimei*\" for the tip, thank you!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wishing you great success and prosperity every day!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>(End of chapter)\u003C\u002Fp>",1228,"2026-06-12T12:41:05.068Z",1,"Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite","df9d9b1e01bfbfe299fc3b7fc1369a7d6fb7880ef3f455974c095ab9bb4ad9de","reborn-in-the-80s-mountain-hunting-is-also-a-lif-chapter-1143","reborn-in-the-80s-mountain-hunting-is-also-a-lif-chapter-1141",1172,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Freborn-in-the-80s-mountain-hunting-is-also-a-lif-cover.jpg"]