Chapter 988

To eat by shogi, you must follow its rules.

And this is exactly what he wanted.

What he was most worried about was that this poor boy Natsume Chikage would renege on his debt after losing and refuse to spit out the prize money.

Now that an official referee has taken the initiative to come forward for notarization and arbitration, it is simply what he wanted.

The arrogant smile bloomed on Honda Chongsi's face again, and he immediately responded:

"No problem! I couldn't ask for more!"

Natsume Chikage just nodded lightly.

"I have no problem either."

An Tian Feng Jie nodded slightly, his expression solemn, as if performing some kind of ritual.

"Since both sides agree, I hereby announce that this gambling match is officially established!"

"After the match, if the loser does not fulfill the agreement, I will represent the Shogi Association to conduct arbitration to ensure that the gambling agreement is completed."

And at this time.

Adjacent table number 2.

Shi Tian Hewu, who was sitting quietly and adjusting his breathing, heard the conversation full of gunpowder not far behind him clearly.

He turned his head in surprise, looking at Natsume Chikage's straight back, completely not expecting this young man to bet so big.

He knew Natsume Chikage's family was in dire straits.

That 310,000 yen, for this child, was probably a huge sum that could change many things, the result of fighting with all his might in the first five rounds.

If he lost it, all his efforts would vanish in an instant.

Natsume-kun... is he so confident that he can win against Honda Chongsi?

Shi Tian Hewu frowned tightly.

Although Honda Chongsi's personality is bad, he is a recognized shogi genius.

Reaching professional 4-dan at this age means he is very likely to win a "title" before the age of thirty, with a bright future.

Whether it is talent, systematic training, or match experience, Honda is far above Natsume Chikage who lacks formal training.

Shi Tian Hewu watched in his eyes, and a wave of regret surged in his heart, even feeling some pain.

He originally thought Natsume Chikage possessed calmness far exceeding his age and would not be disturbed by the outside world.

Now it seems that this "calmness" might just stem from excessive confidence, or even blindness, causing him to fail to see the chasm between him and a true genius.

Win?

Shi Tian Hewu could hardly see any hope.

Honda Chongsi's talent and hard work are rarely matched among the younger generation.

In the entire Tokyo area, the only one who can steadily suppress him in the same age group is probably that Chi Tian Long Jie of the same age.

A Natsume Chikage who has not been systematically tempered, facing a Honda Chongsi who has been taught by top famous teachers since childhood, the ending can almost be foreseen.

Thinking of this, Shi Tian Hewu sighed.

But thinking about it again, this might not be an opportunity.

A painful failure might break the boy's unrealistic confidence and stimulate true revenge and desire to win.

At that time, he would extend a helping hand again and guide him onto the right track in the name of master and apprentice...

And this could also make this proud young man understand that he must have awe for shogi and stronger opponents.

Otherwise, today's defeat is the best lesson.

Just at this time.

The clear broadcast sound resounded through the competition arena, suppressing all whispers.

【Sixth round, A-zone match—】

【Now, officially begins!】

Both sides began to hold pieces, choosing the first move.

Soon.

The right to move first fell to Honda Chongsi.

The ecstasy on his face almost overflowed his eye sockets, only feeling that the chance of winning had increased by a few points out of thin air!

But the next moment, he forcibly suppressed the mockery that was about to blurt out.

A lion fights a rabbit, also using all its strength!

He didn't want to repeat the mistakes of that stupid companion Sen Ben, because any slight underestimation or poor condition would cause the boat to capsize in the gutter!

That kind of shame, he, Honda Chongsi, could not bear!

The arrogant and unruly expression on his face retreated like a tide, his eyes suddenly became sharp like an eagle, staring tightly at the chessboard.

The aura of the whole person instantly switched from an arrogant provocateur to a focused and dangerous hunter.

He extended his right hand, his fingertips as steady as a rock, picked up a chess piece, and with a precise and powerful action, "pa" sounded, falling crisply on the chessboard!

The game, opened!

Natsume Chikage saw this, his expression still without joy or sorrow, waveless.

As if the other party's aura change, the weight of the gambling match, and the attention of the spectators, had nothing to do with him.

He just extended his hand calmly, also picked up a chess piece, his gaze stayed on the chessboard for a moment, and then, the piece fell.

Light, and steady.

Like autumn leaves falling, without a trace, but already embedded in the battle situation. ===== CHAPTER 989 =====