[Soul of Chess] What if

It happened that there were some things in the class that day, so Taya came to the staff room with the instructor.

As soon as they walked to the desk, a teacher with a relatively unfamiliar face came in with something like a document.

After he entered the staff room, he went straight to Mr. Yin without stopping.

Mr. Yin, Taya has heard of it before.I heard that he is a teacher from South Korea, and his chess skills are relatively strong.He only came to Neptune to teach last year. Because of his strong chess skills, he also served as the instructor of the Go Club.

After vaguely hearing the name "Hase Junior High School" mentioned by them, Taya was in a daze.He remembered that Shindo seemed to be studying at that school...

However, Taya didn't pay much attention to this, but quietly waited for further arrangements from the instructor.

"The main general is - the first grade?"

Perhaps because of some surprise, Teacher Yin's always gentle and steady voice slightly raised his voice: "The name is... Jindo... Guang...?"

"Have you heard of this classmate named Hikari Shinto?" Teacher Yin asked the teacher beside him.

"No." The teacher thought for a while, "Could it be arranged according to the combat method?"

"Look, this student named Tsutsui is both the third grader and the president of the Go club, but he only serves as the third general. This is too unbelievable. So I think that the student named Shindo is probably the weakest one. "He spoke out his guess.

In this regard, Mr. Yin agreed: "Well, it makes sense. Therefore, arranging Jinto as the main general means that they gave up a round from the beginning. That's probably it!"

Taya didn't listen to what the mentor said.

After hearing Mr. Yin's mouth read out the name of Suitou, all of Taya's attention was attracted.

Shinto wants to participate in the Go game?

Why does he still participate in this kind of competition between middle school clubs when he is so good?

……

"Taya, can you...can you stop playing chess with me? This bothers me a bit."

"Taya... what I mean, can you understand?"

……

Thinking of Shinto's unfaltering expression when he said these words, Taya clenched his lower lip.

Shinto...

Why……

Why don't you want to play chess with me...

And you who don't want to play chess with me, why are you willing to play chess with others now?

what is this……

Are you afraid of playing chess with me?

As soon as this idea came up, Taya denied it.

No.You can't be afraid of me.

I should be the one who is afraid.

Hikari Shinto, since you are going to participate in the competition, then I will also-

After walking out of the staff room, Taya clenched her fists and walked towards the principal's room.

"dong dong"

Taya lightly knocked on the door of the principal's office.

"Please come in."

After hearing the response from inside, Taya reached out to the doorknob.

"Taya-san, why are you here?"

The principal of Haiwang Middle School showed a little surprise on his usually kind face after seeing the person coming.

"Principal, I am willing to accept your previous proposal."

Hearing Taya's slightly serious and flat tone, the principal was slightly taken aback.After realizing what Taya was referring to, the smile on his face became more cordial: "Really, you agreed? That's really great."

It was the weekend before the new term started.

It was the penultimate Sunday of January to be exact.At that time, Haiwang Middle School had not yet held the entrance examination, but the principal of Haiwang Middle School welcomed a young guest.

"Sorry, I asked you to make a special trip." The principal looked lovingly at the handsome boy who was sitting on the sofa, "I heard that you are going to take the Sea King... Although our school is a well-known school for further education in the country, but I think you can pass the exam."

Hearing the headmaster's premature words, Taya didn't know how to respond.

In two weeks' time, Haiwang Middle School will hold its entrance exam.

Although her elementary school tutor had said similar things, Taya never had the conceited feeling that she would pass the exam.

In order to prepare for Neptune's entrance exam, he has been seriously reviewing and preparing at home every day recently, so he hasn't been to the Go Club for a while.

I don't know how much progress Shindo has made during this time...

Please contact Shinto sometime after the exam is over. :) Taya thought so.

He is now very grateful that he asked Jinto for contact information on the day of the school anniversary, otherwise he would have to wait as hard as before...

Since she didn't know how to answer it would be more appropriate, Taya just lowered her head, silently waiting for the principal's next words.

"Taya Ryo, I know your Go prowess. To be honest, I have something to ask you."

"?" The headmaster's words made Taya slightly widen her eyes in surprise.

"Wait until you enter Neptune to study," the headmaster slowly said his request, "Can I invite you to join the Go club?"

"No! I..."

Taya was just about to refuse, but the principal stretched out his hand to stop him: "I know that clubs are just a part of education, and for you who want to become a chess player in the future, it really can't show your strength."

"However, you have the strength that everyone yearns for, and your existence will bring vitality to the people around you. For someone as powerful as you, it's good to show your face once in a while..."

Seeing that Taya was not active, the principal of Haiwang Middle School didn't force him anymore.

"Then, please think again."

The headmaster finally said so softly.

"It's just that I have one more request..."

Seeing Taya's hesitation, the principal said kindly: "It's okay, you can tell. As long as it is reasonable, I will try my best to satisfy it."

Taya took a deep breath, then looked straight at the principal: "I want to participate in this competition."

"Oh? You mean the Go match next weekend?" Although the expression was unconcealable surprise, the headmaster sounded delighted, "Are you willing to participate?"

You know, although Taya's strength is already at a professional level, he has never participated in an amateur competition.Therefore, the principal could never have imagined that someone as good as him would be willing to participate in this kind of competition between Go clubs in the Middle School, which was not even considered an amateur competition.

However, if Taya is willing to participate, Neptune's strength will be greatly improved, which also means that Neptune will be more sure of victory in the Go game.

"Yes." Taya replied firmly.

"Of course I am very happy for you to join. It's just..." the principal paused, "After all, Mr. Yin is the instructor of the Go Club, so it's better to have a more reasonable reason."

"I understand." He said in a deep voice.

Taya understands the principal's concerns.

At this time, there is only one week before the start of the game.There are only three entries in the men's group, but there are dozens of members in the Haiwang Middle School Go Club.In order to get the chance to compete in the team competition, the members must be working hard.

I can't even count as a member of the Go club now, but suddenly took away a quota that was quite hard-earned for them. This will definitely affect the emotions of the club members, and there may even be bad situations.

The principal looked at Taya approvingly, and then picked up the receiver on the desk: "Hello, is this Teacher Yin? Could you please come to the principal's office now?"

After listening to the principal's brief explanation, Mr. Yin turned his attention to Taya: "Although your joining will indeed greatly enhance the strength of the Go club, I need a convincing reason."

"When I was in the office before, I overheard your conversation. I knew that Shindo Hikari from Haase Middle School will participate in this team competition as the main general..." After all, eavesdropping on other people's conversations is not a glorious thing, so Taya looked a little unnatural.

Teacher Yin didn't mind too much about this, but motioned Taya to continue talking.

"Actually, Hikaru Shinto's role as the main general is not based on the arrangement of the combat method. His strength is sufficient to be the main general. No, it should be said that his strength is even stronger than some high-ranking professional chess players."

Taya's tone didn't sound like he was joking at all.

Teacher Yin looked a little serious: "Could it be that you played chess with that classmate named Jin Teng?"

"Yes."

"How is the result?"

"...I lost." Taya said with some difficulty.

Hearing Taya's answer, the principal couldn't help being a little surprised: "I never thought that this unknown school would have such powerful members..."

"So, what is your reason for participating in the competition? Is it to ensure that Haiwang Middle School can win the championship this time?" Teacher Yin looked at the determined young man in front of him and asked in a tentative tone.

Although it was a question, Mr. Yin probably didn't believe this statement, otherwise he wouldn't have asked it like this.

Taya clenched her hands by her sides, "Because I want to play against Shinto..."

"Oh?"

Teacher Yin didn't expect such an answer, and his tone sounded a bit puzzled: "The game doesn't have to be played in a tournament, does it?"

"..." Taya lowered his eyes, "He refused to play chess with me."

"I don't know why, but since he rejected me, no matter what means I use, I will create a situation where he has to play against me." Taya said calmly.

"Teacher! I'm not arrogant or arrogant when I say that!" His eyes were instantly filled with fighting spirit like flames, "But the only person who can confront him on an equal footing is me!"

Teacher Yin looked at Taya silently.

Even if Haze Middle School sends someone as powerful as Shinto to play, he doesn't have to let Taya participate to ensure that Aquaman wins.

Although winning or losing is not unimportant.However, it is also very important to feel the joy brought by the game, and even gain something in the game.

What's more, in order to participate in the competition, the members of the Go Club have been working so hard.

It's just... Seeing Taya's frenzied and almost crazy expression, he couldn't say the words of rejection.

In the end, he compromised: "I see."

After hearing these words, Taya's eyes, which were slightly dimmed due to Teacher Yin's long silence, suddenly shone brightly: "Thank you!"

Hearing Taya's slightly trembling voice, Teacher Yin sighed, and then turned to the principal: "As for the association, I will give a reasonable explanation."

"Thank you for your hard work." The principal said with emotion.

During the club activity time of this day, the members of the Go club were playing chess while waiting for the arrival of Teacher Yin.

Because Teacher Yin is about to announce the list of this contest.

Just then, the door of the room was opened.

It's Teacher Yin.

I saw a document in his hand, and everyone could easily guess what was written on it.

However, instead of announcing the members who will be participating in the game as usual, he called Kishimoto, the president of the Go club, out.

After a while, they came in from the outside.Behind Mr. Yin was an unusually handsome young man.

Who is he?

Why come to the Weiqi club at this time?

Is it a new member?

Everyone can't help being a little curious.

Soon, all their questions were answered.

"This one is Taya Ryo. You must have heard of him, so I won't introduce too much."

Knowing that this person was the rumored Toya Ryo, most members were surprised, but they did not whisper, but quietly waited for Teacher Yin's next words.

"We will meet a strong opponent in this competition, and that is--Shindo Hikari from Haase Middle School. For strategic considerations, we specially invite Taya Ryo to compete as the main player of the men's group."

Teacher Yin's eyes slowly swept over all the members, and he saw complicated expressions on everyone's faces.But since it was a foregone conclusion, no matter how reluctant they were, there was nothing they could do, so their faces were more helpless.

President Kishimoto accepted all this calmly.

Teacher Yin paused on Kishimoto's face, and then continued: "Now I will announce the list of this competition. First is the men's group. Chief, first grade, Taya. Deputy general, third grade, Kishimoto. Three generals, three Grade, Kuno. The girls' group..."

After finishing the reading in this silent atmosphere, Teacher Yin said symbolically: "For the competition a week later, let's work together!"

The author has something to say:

Taya Ryo's voice actor Kobayashi Samae said in an interview with the voice actor:

"Taya Ryo is a very serious and straightforward boy.

how to say?I always frown and clench my fists hard while voicing him.Say you can't relax, but in fact, you haven't relaxed at all.

What I paid most attention to when playing Xiao Liang was that at first I often heard "Xiao Liang never cries".

Because there are a lot of lines, after reading the lines, I always feel like crying.Because Xiao Liang is very serious, he becomes very straightforward and stubborn.Reading it made me feel sad and I cried.

However, Xiao Liang did not cry.Xiaoliang must be very strong. "