"As you know, in August, I lost a very important final, xstxt read the latest and most complete novels, and everyone said that the loss of that game caused me a lot of confusion. After losing that game, I suspected myself of being a fool for a while, and at that time I even thought that my Go was nothing compared to others, and my whole outlook on life seemed to collapse. Everyone knows that the person who brought me such a huge trauma is, of course, the fan-like Li Xiaoqiang. Of course, I'm a stubborn person, but I'm actually very vindictive. So you ask me: Which Li boy would you like to meet in the next competition? Then I can tell you very clearly, of course, I would like to re-compete with the "wizard on the chessboard......"

At the scene of the draw ceremony, Mr. Zhao Zhixun's "pre-game speech" was humorous. Especially when the host asked "Who would you rather touch", Mr. Zhao did not hesitate to point the "spearhead" at Li Xiaoqiang.

"Yukari, if you really want to be a good Go show host in the future, then you can't follow his example. I always ask this kind of question that has no technical content. ”

"Why? I think Brother Wang's question is very good? You see how well the atmosphere is set off by him now......"

Just as Mr. Zhao Zhixun was still making a generous speech on stage, Li Xiaoqiang did not come to the front of the stage. He's just hanging out with Tsuneto and the others offstage, and he's whispering with Yukari Umezawa there.

Because when the top four players of this competition are produced, then in the next semi-finals, no matter what kind of draw results appear, there will be two obvious "new and old confrontations".

It must be admitted that even if the confrontation between countries is not taken into account, the pattern of confrontation that may arise simply is very interesting.

That's right! In another world tournament this year, Li Xiaoqiang almost swept Japan's top chess players. He won the World Championship at the age of 16 as a five-dan. The superficial meaning is that Li Xiaoqiang has set a myth and record in his personal or chess world. But what about the deeper meaning? That is, the old order of the Go world seems to be being shattered. Starting from this year, it seems to herald the beginning of a new order in the world chess world.

Especially at this time when the "Toyo Securities Cup" is going on, it will give people a stronger impact. If there is only one Li Xiaoqiang, it will be forgotten, in everyone's subconscious, there may be an idea that "there are exceptions to everything". For so many years, Li Xiaoqiang has been regarded as an "exception" by the world chess world. Therefore, when Li Xiaoqiang gave a series of wonderful performances, everyone just regarded them as an example. I don't think about the deeper issues.

But now it's different, in addition to a Li Xiaoqiang, another Li Shifo has emerged in the world chess world. First of all, the strict rank system on which the Go world depended has been attacked. The rank pyramid of the dense level is about to be reversed. In front of the two of them, not only is the "Nine Sections" no longer superior, but even the "Super First-class" is no longer a myth. Starting with Li Xiaoqiang and Li Shifo, the term "cutting-edge" will be redefined, and they will not just be "future stars", they have grown into an important force in the world chess scene.

Not only that, but since both of them are young, both of them will definitely be able to grow for the foreseeable future. So at this juncture. The next two semi-finals have been given a deeper meaning by people in the chess world. In everyone's opinion, in the next two semi-finals, this is not only a "confrontation between the old and the new" in the world chess world. And it is the best opportunity to test the quality of Li Xiaoqiang and Li Shifo.

The reason for this is simple. Because the next semi-final is a three-way game. Go, like many competitive sports, if you want to weigh a person's level, it must be a chess game that is more convincing. For example, in the past "Fujitsu Cup", although Li Xiaoqiang won the world championship. However, because that match was all "one-set". So it's time to go. Many people will only admit Li Xiaoqiang's "impact". And will not think that he really has the level of "super-first-class". But in the Fan Chess Tournament it is different, in the eyes of many people, if two young chess players can pass the review of the Fan Chess Tournament. That's where they can really prove their strength.

Since everyone has such an idea, it is very understandable that Li Xiaoqiang was not invited to the stage at this time. Because he and Li Shifo are the ones who are "subject to review". And the one in charge of reviewing them is, of course, the two senior chess players, Masao Kato and Cho Ji-hoon. Therefore, on such an occasion, the host only left the stage for the show to the two senior chess players. Let them talk on it.

And what about Li Xiaoqiang now? Because he was in a good mood after winning, but also because he didn't take anything like "review" to heart. Li Xiaoqiang's current mentality is actually the mentality of a reborn. Because he knows in his heart that even without his own appearance, the pattern of the world chess world will change a lot. With Li Shifo alone, he can knock the old order to pieces.

So it was interesting, originally in this lottery ceremony. The host is deliberately creating an atmosphere of "confrontation between old and new forces", but what about Li Xiaoqiang? He didn't care about the topic at all. So he's in a very relaxed mood right now. He even had time to whisper with Yukari Umezawa there.

It's been months since Umezawa came to China. I don't know if her Go skills have improved, but she is already familiar with Chinese players. In the Chinese Chess Academy, she didn't treat herself as an outsider. Therefore, on today's occasion, it seems very natural for her to appear at this lottery ceremony. More because she is a disciple of Mr. Masao Kato. And Mr. Kato also entered the top 4 of this competition, and he is currently standing next to Mr. Cho Ji-hoon. It is reasonable for me to congratulate my master.

Since Umezawa helped Li Xiaoqiang draw a lot. She seems to be addicted to being a "full-time translator" now. For example, like now, when Mr. Zhao Zhixun was still giving a "pre-game speech", she naturally came to Li Xiaoqiang's side and translated Mr. Zhao's words to Li Xiaoqiang word by word, looking very responsible. Now Li Xiaoqiang is relaxed because of his mentality, and even more because he is in a happy mood after winning chess. So he also began to laugh at Yukari Umezawa at this time.

"Yukari, you can't really be that stupid, right? If you don't continue to work hard, I guess your "big hand" next year will be dangerous again. Don't forget, your Uncle Zhao is Korean, does he have any other options when answering such questions? It is impossible for him to say that he wants to teach Li Shifo a lesson. If he dared to say so. So how will he be when he returns to South Korea in the future? Therefore, on this occasion, he could only point the finger at me, and he could not have said anything else. You say that my analysis is not justified? Therefore, if you want me to say, Brother Wang's question just now is not technical at all. It's like playing Go, and he can only use some rudimentary tesuji now. From this point of view, his current level as a host is the same as your current level of Go. Do you think you still have to work hard now......"

"You ......"

The "Brother Wang" in Li Xiaoqiang's mouth is Wang Yiwuduan, a staff member of the Chess Academy. He later became the director of the foreign affairs department of the Chinese Chess Academy. Wang Yi Wuduan is a cheerful person, although his age is older than Li Xiaoqiang. But he never puts on the shelf of an elder. However, he is different from the "children's leader" Yu Bin, and the current Yu Bin is "naturally cute". Therefore, Chang Rensheng and they will treat Yu Bin as their own person. And for Wang Yi's fifth paragraph. Although everyone's relationship in private is very good, it will not be "no big or small" like Yu Bin. Everyone will still call him "Brother Wang". Mei Ze has been in the Chinese Chess Academy for so long, so she naturally follows the example and calls Brother Wang with everyone.

After hearing Li Xiaoqiang's ridicule, Umezawa Yukari was angry for a while. However, she doesn't seem to have anything to do, and in the recent past, Li Xiaoqiang has obviously played a "blackface" role in Mei Ze's academic practice. This has to be done in ordinary training, and Mei Ze can't hear any good words in Li Xiaoqiang's mouth at all.

The current Li Xiaoqiang seems to be used to "black belly". For example, as now, he often takes pleasure in "hitting" Umezawa.

"Yes, yes, you're amazing! You know everything...... Are you Li Xiaoqiang a smart person alone? Uncle Zhao's answer was not surprising. And what about my master? How do you say my master would answer this question when he was confronted with it......

Seeing that Li Xiaoqiang didn't pick up his stubble for a long time. Umezawa seemed to be coming back again, and in this area, she seemed to have finally found a chance to fight back.

"Say it quickly. You're quick to answer...... Hmph, if you can guess what my master answers, I will admit that you are a smart person. ”

"Hey, hey. Of course I'm a smart guy. In fact, your master's answer is also obvious. If he had a choice, he would have chosen me as an opponent. Do you believe me when I say this? ”

"Of course I don't believe it, my master is not Korean, so why did he have to choose you. Can't he choose that Li Shifo in South Korea? ”

"I knew you didn't believe it. Well, how about we make a bet? I'll bet your master will pick me. What do you think? Do you dare to bet on it. ”

"Bet on it...... But what do we bet on? ”

"Hehe, we don't have to bet that much. I think so: I've been busy preparing for war all this time, and there is still a lot of dirty laundry in my room that hasn't been washed. If I win, you can wash that dirty laundry for me. ”

"You ......"

After hearing Li Xiaoqiang say such a bet condition, Mei Ze's face suddenly turned red, and she even muttered in a low voice: "Sloppy ghost ......"

To say that Li Xiaoqiang is whispering with Yuka Umezawa. But their conversations can still be heard by the young players around them. There was nothing in the front. But I heard Li Xiaoqiang say "help me wash my clothes". Chang Rensheng, their faces were all green. At this moment, they all wanted to make a bet on behalf of Li Xiaoqiang.

You must know that these people are all half-grown children, and they usually live in a group. It's no different from your average college life. Especially in this day and age, there are not many laundries and dry cleaners of all kinds. If you ask an older boy of this age: What is the last thing you want to do? Then this boy will most likely answer you: the last thing you usually want to do is, of course, do your own laundry.

It's like a lot of college campuses now. To say that the culture of falling in love has always been very popular on college campuses. The minds of college students are also more active. Therefore, you can often see all kinds of romantic moves, and there are many ways to "show affection" that are even more strange. To be honest, most people are surprised by such romantic moves. But what if a guy proudly announces: My girlfriend helped me do my laundry today......

Then everyone looks at him in a different light, and most people will say this in their hearts:

"This dude is really ......"

Chang Rensheng and Luo Shen Pig's current mood is actually like this.

"Okay! Bet on it, I don't believe you're going to win this time...... But what if I win? What's the good of me winning......"

"If you win, then I'll take a game of chess with you seriously. What do you think of the conditions? Tsk, if you really want to be strictly speaking, this bet is still a loss for me. If you want to accept the personal guidance of my Li Datiancai, not everyone has this qualification. Today, for the sake of our more familiarity, I'll suffer a loss......"

"Okay, then it's decided, if you lose, you can't be a fool......"

Naturally, after Li Xiaoqiang and Yukari Umezawa's bet was finalized. Li Xiaoqiang's actions caused public outrage among the surrounding masses. Especially Luo Shen Pig, his eyes are now full of envy and jealousy. Li Xiaoqiang believes that if Luo Shenzhu is allowed to make this bet, he is willing to play 3 games of chess in a day.

Li Xiaoqiang and Umezawa's bet didn't have to wait long, and the time only passed for a while, and when the microphone was handed over to Mr. Kato. The results of the bet were not long in coming:

“…… To be honest, in the review just now, the two genius teenagers brought me a great shock. I'm also very eager to play against any of them. But if I have to choose one, then I still choose Li Xiaoqiang from your country. Because for so many years, I have always been curious about this enigmatic teenager. I was also fascinated by his game of Go. Especially a few months ago, he once showed me the charm of your country's ancient chess. I'm not afraid to tell you that I was blown away. I seem to see another esoteric realm in Go. So I'll be honest, I'm looking forward to fighting Li Xiaoqiangjun now. I'm eager to learn the secrets of his game of Go......"

When Mr. Masao Kato said this. Although Li Xiaoqiang wanted to continue to tease Yukari Umezawa. But at this point, it seems that he can't do it anymore. Because at this moment, almost everyone's eyes were on Li Xiaoqiang, and he had become the focus of the entire venue.

In such a situation, Li Xiaoqiang must of course pay attention to his image.

Wait until the two senior chess players have finished their "pre-match speeches". Then it's time for the official draw. When the two senior chess players unfold the small note in their hands. Li Xiaoqiang's next opponent has finally been determined.

It's Mr. Masao Kato, another veteran super-first-class chess player in Japan, Mr. Masao Kato!

"Hehe, life is amazing! Heaven really didn't take me lightly, and last year, I was still looking for a chance to play against the best players. I didn't expect that by this time this year, I had already met Japan's "six supers", right? …… By the way, Mr. Otake's that time doesn't count. Because that time it was in the nature of instructional chess. When will I be able to really understand the real "aesthetic bamboo" ......"

In the midst of such cranky thoughts, Li Xiaoqiang walked to the front desk with a smile. He, like Li Shifo, will soon need to be reviewed by his predecessors in the trilogy.

Li Xiaoqiang's journey in the "Toyo Securities Cup" continues. (To be continued......)