Chapter 792

Even if he failed, at least he would have no regrets.

Because of the fear of a possible break, stopping forever, what is the essential difference from being permanently rejected?

Natsume Chikage's eyes also gradually calmed down and became serious.

"I can hear that your feelings for Asahina-san are very deep, and you also cherish the relationship between you very much."

"But—I think I will never be able to understand your approach in my life, and I will not agree with it."

Suzuki Takayuki was stunned, a look of bewilderment appearing on his face.

"Wait... what do you mean by this... you refuse this bet?"

"Why?"

He leaned forward eagerly.

"Isn't this all benefits and no harm for you?"

"If you win, you can make any request to me, money or otherwise."

"And you can get such a good girl like Xiaoyue! She is really very excellent, has a cheerful personality, and... uh, her figure is also very good! If you are together, you will definitely not regret it!"

"But why... could it be because you feel you can't win against me, so you refuse?"

Natsume Chikage heard him say "figure is good" in his anxiety, and black lines hung from his temples, almost unable to hold back.

This guy... looks decent on the outside, but he must be a pervert.

He sighed helplessly and raised his hand to signal the other party to calm down.

"Wait, don't be anxious, I didn't say I refuse."

"Listen to me finish, can you?"

Suzuki Takayuki heard this, and ecstasy instantly returned to his face.

"As long as you are willing to agree, anything is fine!"

"Say it! What condition?"

Natsume Chikage's gaze became clear and definite.

When he caught a glimpse of that glowing wallet earlier, he already had a goal.

Attribute points were one of the "resources" he most urgently needed at the moment.

"I have a habit of collecting some small items."

"So, I don't need your promise to 'go through fire and water', nor do I need money."

He paused and looked directly at Suzuki Takayuki.

"I only want... that leather wallet you have."

Suzuki Takayuki was instantly dumbfounded.

"No... didn't I say anything is fine?"

"Isn't your family... situation not very good, and you need money? You can let me give you money! Or other more practical things!"

"Why choose a wallet?"

Natsume Chikage shook his head, his tone indifferent but unquestionable.

"No reason."

"Just simply want it. Can't I?"

Suzuki Takayuki looked at his calm face, the astonishment on his face gradually turning into a look of relief, carrying a hint of helpless smile.

Forget it, he is bound to lose anyway.

Whatever condition he mentions now actually makes no difference.

Since he really likes that old wallet so much, even if I win, giving it to him doesn't matter.

"Fine."

He nodded readily.

"Since you only want this, no problem."

"As long as you agree to date Xiaoyue, nothing is a problem."

The corners of Natsume Chikage's lips curved upward very slightly.

"Then it's a deal."

Just at this moment,

a familiar, steady male voice came from the side of the two without warning.

"The two's bet sounds... very interesting."

Shogi referee Kishida Fengjie had already stood beside the chess table at some point.

His face was solemn, his gaze sweeping between the two.

"If you don't mind, how about I recommend myself again to serve as the notary for this game?"

"I promise that I will strictly supervise the fulfillment of the bet after the match to ensure the winner can get the 'bet' they deserve."

"What do you two think?"

The corners of Natsume Chikage's mouth twitched imperceptibly.

How come it's you again...

Did you install a 'bet detector'?

Or are you specifically patrolling the arena looking for chess tables to bet on?

He endured the urge to complain and finally chose silence.

Having an official referee witness it would also save a lot of trouble.

Suzuki Takayuki was quite welcoming to Kishida Fengjie's appearance.

He knew that this referee had impartially executed the bet between Xiaoyue and Natsume Chikage last time.

With him here, it could better ensure that Natsume Chikage would not go back on his word afterward.

"Fine, I have no problem." Suzuki Takayuki said solemnly.

Kishida Fengjie nodded slightly.

"Understood."

Immediately, he stepped back and entered the referee state.

Suzuki Takayuki turned back, his gaze becoming extremely sharp again, locking onto Natsume Chikage tightly.

"I will win against you."

He said word by word, full of determination.

"And then, let you and Xiaoyue date."

Natsume Chikage met his gaze without any retreat.

His eyes were clear and firm, his voice calm, but carrying a texture like a rock.

"I, will absolutely not lose."

Suzuki Takayuki heard this, the expression on his face instantly froze, and then became extremely weird, full of question marks.

This guy...

Others are desperate to date a perfect girl like Xiaoyue, how come he looks like he is avoiding it?

And "absolutely will not lose"?

With his strength, facing me... where does the confidence come from?

He shook his head, suppressing this absurdity.

Whatever.

Anyway, he can't win against me.

Say whatever he wants.

Very soon,

referee Kishida Fengjie stepped forward and signaled the two to perform "hand-holding" to decide the first and second moves.

The process was concise and rapid.

The result was revealed—

"Contestant Suzuki, first move."

Suzuki Takayuki heard this and slowly placed his piece.

Natsume Chikage immediately stretched out his right hand, his fingertips reaching toward the chess piece.

Without any hesitation, and without any extra movements. ===== CHAPTER 793 =====