"Don't get me wrong, I came to find Li Sang today, and that's because I was ......"

"Yes, yes, we won't misunderstand, Miss Umezawa came over this time, it must have been instructed by Mr. Xiuxing to take care of Xiaoqiang during this time. Am I right? ”

"Hahahaha......"

As the reception was about to begin, Go people from all over the world gathered. At this time, a beautiful Japanese girl came to look for Li Xiaoqiang, who had shined in the first two rounds. That's certainly quite remarkable. Therefore, as soon as reporter Zhang Da's joke was finished, it attracted a good-natured laughter from everyone.

didn't want to face the ridicule of reporter Zhang Da, Yukari Umezawa seemed unhurried, she smiled and said to Zhang Zhidong:

"Mr. Zhang made a mistake this time, I was instructed by my tutor to come and invite Li Sang. I want to ask Li Sang if it is inconvenient tomorrow morning, come to chat with the young chess players of my country, and talk about chess. By the way, it is said that this idea was proposed by Shibo Otake. I don't know if Li Sang is willing? ”

"Oh?"

Listening to Yukari Umezawa's words, Li Xiaoqiang did not answer immediately. He turned his gaze to Team Leader Hua and Nie Whirlwind. Because anyway, a competition abroad like this. First of all, it is a group activity, and there are unified arrangements for food, clothing, housing and transportation, so you don't have to worry about it. But since you don't have to worry about it, it's definitely not good to make your own decisions about your actions. So he set his sights on someone who could call the shots.

Team Leader Hua and Nie Whirlwind first glanced at each other, and then Team Leader Hua smiled and said to Li Xiaoqiang:

"Xiaoqiang, our flight back to China is tomorrow evening, and there shouldn't be any problem with the time. Since Mr. Otake and Mr. Kato meant, you can go over tomorrow morning. You go and talk to your peers a little more. ”

"Yes, yes, judging by the first two rounds of this Fujitsu Cup. The pattern of the world chess scene is quietly changing. Our country has produced you, the little demon king. It seems that Korean Go also has a big monster like Li Shifo. It is said that in their domestic title fight, he is now overwhelming his master. The results of young Japanese chess players have been slow to improve. It's no wonder that Mr. Otake and Mr. Kato are in a hurry. So it's not surprising that they would have such thoughts. Jack bauer. You'll be there tomorrow morning. It's okay! You can just talk to their young players and talk about your thoughts and experiences. I think you can also tell us more about your true Go philosophy. Because in any case, the Japanese Go community has helped us selflessly. Now let's give back, which can be regarded as a reward for our Chinese Go community. ”

Nie Whirlwind not only agreed with Li Xiaoqiang's past, he actually told Li Xiaoqiang what he should do tomorrow. After listening to Nie Whirlwind's words, Li Xiaoqiang actually knew what to expect.

After saying this, Yukari Umezawa did not leave immediately. She seemed to be naturally mixed in with the Chinese delegation. She has always been by Li Xiaoqiang's side. Looking at her like that, she really looks like Li Xiaoqiang's full-time translator. Because she translates other people's speeches to Li Xiaoqiang from time to time, she has a very conscientious host posture. So I don't know what's going on, and everyone doesn't feel abrupt.

"Yukari. Who will be coming tomorrow? ”

"It should still be a few of them. In addition to them, they should also be the inner disciples of several seniors. For example, Uncle Xiaolin's inner disciples, they should also come over. ”

"Mr. Kobayashi's inner disciple? Is it the one named Kono Lin? Isn't he a 10-year-old kid now? ”

Hearing Li Xiaoqiang's words, Yuka Umezawa gave him a blank look, and she even made a gesture, a gesture to pinch her face. She said with a smile on the corner of her mouth:

"What was it when you came to Japan for the first time?"

"Ahem......"

See Yukari Umezawa this action. Li Xiaoqiang suddenly remembered in embarrassment that when he met Mei Ze for the first time, he seemed to have really been taken advantage of by her. She really pinched herself in the face at that time.

To divert embarrassment. Li Xiaoqiang had to change the subject. It was at this time that Li Xiaoqiang saw the South Korean delegation walking into the venue. Li Xiaoqiang asked again:

"Speaking of the inner disciple, why didn't you invite him? He is also Mr. Cao's inner disciple, and his chess is also very powerful. Really awesome......"

Yukari Umezawa looked at the place indicated by Li Xiaoqiang. Of course, she knew that Li Xiaoqiang was talking about Li Shifo. A Li Shifo who always looks wooden and always has a poker face.

I don't know what happened to Mei Ze, she suddenly lowered her voice, and she even glanced in the direction of reporter Zhang Da vigilantly. Then he whispered to Li Xiaoqiang:

"Actually, you're on your flight home tomorrow. I've been inquiring for a long time. You're leaving tomorrow afternoon, and what about them? It's tomorrow morning's flight. ”

"Huh?!"

"Hee-hee."

The exchange of words between the two did not last long. Because at this time, the most important task of the evening. The draw for the round of 8 is about to begin. Therefore, everyone's attention is attracted by the upcoming top 8 matchups.

Before the ceremony began, it seemed that everyone looked at Li Xiaoqiang a few more times, intentionally or unintentionally. Everyone was smiling, wanting to see what Li Xiaoqiang's luck would be this time?

When the tournament reached the top 8, there was no problem of "seeded players not meeting". The lottery ceremony at this time is actually simpler. Just pay attention to the principle that "national players do not meet in advance". For example, in the top 8 produced in this competition. There are a total of 5 Japanese chess players, more than half of them. In this way, Li Xiaoqiang will definitely meet a Japanese chess player in the top 8. Not only is it impossible for him to meet Ma Xiaofei, but it is also impossible for him to meet Xu Bongsu.

This is what everyone laughed at Li Xiaoqiang, because at this time, the five Japanese chess players who entered the top 8 of this competition had been invited to the stage by the host. According to the intention of the tournament organizers, as the host of the tournament, they do not take the initiative to draw lots. They're more like they're going to be picked. The organizers arranged for three Chinese and Korean chess players to go up to draw lots and take the initiative to choose their opponents in the next round.

The five players belonging to the Japan Chess Academy are: Kobayashi Koji 9 dan, Zhao Zhixun 9 dan, Ishida Yoshio 9 dan, Wang Licheng 9 dan and McCrumlie 9 dan. When these 5 chess players lined up on the stage, in fact, in everyone's general concept, the strength and weakness of these 5 chess players are still relatively clear.

The first two chess players, of course, are super-first-class. Mr. Kobayashi is now a "chess master" and a "celebrity" in Japan. Theoretically, he is the first player in Japanese Go. And Mr. Zhao Zhixun holds the title of "Ben Yin Fang". Japan's "Big Triple Crown" is in the hands of both of them. Therefore, in the concept of this era, these two of them certainly represent the highest level of Japanese Go. Just this time of the year. Even Mr. Wu Gong and Mr. Lin, who were eliminated by Li Xiaoqiang. The weight of the two of them is still considered inferior to these two.

The first two are the first grade, so Mr. Ishida and Mr. Wang Licheng are considered to be the second grade. The two of them currently belong to Japan's "Strong Nine". It's also hard to deal with, but it's definitely easier to deal with than a super-first-class player.

Further down should be McClymond's ninth dan. He defeated Taipei's Peng Wudan to enter the top 8 in the world. To be fair, of all the top 8 produced, it should be his weakest level. Among the three Chinese and Korean chess players who entered the top 8, no matter who touched Mike Jiudan. It should be said that there is a greater certainty of entering the top 4.

Let's be honest. It is precisely because of the clear strength and weakness of these five Japanese chess players that this draw ceremony is even more interesting. Everyone will care about who and who they meet. If the level of the 5 is about the same, then everyone is the same. In this way, no one pays attention.

"Mr. Kobayashi is complimenting you, and I don't know what is so good about your Go? Why does every player answer the same question? They all said that they would like to "ask you for a game" in the next round, Li Sang, is there really something so unique in your Go......

After the lottery ceremony began, Yukari Umezawa has been doing her best to act as Li Xiaoqiang's interpreter. Since all 5 Japanese players are "selected". Then the moderator arranged for them to speak first and express their predictions and prospects. Umezawa is the "vision" of these chess players. Translated to Li Xiaoqiang in turn.

In the moderator's questions, of course, there will always be "Who do you most hope you will meet in the next round?" "That's the question. Now Kobayashi Koji's question has been answered, and he is the last to appear as Japan's reigning "chess master". When he answered the question. is also the same as the previous 4 chess players, and directly aimed the "spearhead" at Li Xiaoqiang.

"Hehe, they're all talking politely. Whoever wants to take it seriously is a fool. By the way, Yukari, if you become the host of this kind of show in the future. You don't want to learn from the host in front of you. Don't keep asking such brainless and uninspiring questions. ”

"How do you know what my wish is...... By the way, why do you say that other people's problems are bad? I think it's good that the moderator takes advantage of these questions. It increased the interaction on the spot and mobilized everyone's emotions. Look how lively the atmosphere is now. How nice. ”

"Stupid, the atmosphere is warm now, and that's because Mr. Zhao's answer is humorous. It has nothing to do with this host. For example, the question he keeps repeating, it should be considered more brainless, right? He doesn't think about the chess players who speak for others. Just 3 of us foreign chess players. How could they answer me other than say they would love to meet me? In this case, put yourself in their shoes. ”

Yukari Umezawa thought about it seriously and found that this was really the case. On such occasions, even if it is to create news topics and cooperate with the promotion of Go, chess players will mention Li Xiaoqiang. It has nothing to do with what they really think.

"Hey, I can't see that you see the problem clearly...... By the way, who did you just call stupid? ”

"I didn't ...... I just said that the host is stupid. ”

"No, you just said that you just called me stupid......"

I saw that Yukari Umezawa looked like she wanted to be more honest with herself. Li Xiaoqiang found that something was wrong. Because he suddenly remembered: Yukari Umezawa in later generations, she was an excellent Go TV host herself. She can become the producer of "Chess Soul", which actually has something to do with it. Therefore, at her age, it is not necessary that the "host" is her "ideal".

And what I said just now seems to have "hit" her again!

It must be admitted that Li Xiaoqiang is really not very good at coaxing girls to be happy. Because of his later words, Yukari Umezawa almost burst into thunder again:

"Okay, okay, you don't have to worry about it anymore. Let me tell you, in fact, you are very good like this, it doesn't matter if you are stupid or stupid. for in the time to come. Host dumbness will be one of the most popular trends. All kinds of pretending to be stupid and cute will be a necessary quality for the host. Most people can't learn if they want to. So with conditions like yours, you can easily become a great host. ”

"You ......"

"I warn you, Yukari. It's in public, you can't mess around......"

Seeing that Yukari Umezawa looked like she was about to go berserk, Li Xiaoqiang stopped in time. He suddenly followed the example of Yukari Umezawa just now, and leaned in front of her and whispered:

"I didn't see your gesture just now, I really forgot. You pinched me a few years ago. You don't have to take my joke seriously, you just take revenge on me. Well, now I'm finally evened out......"

"Poof......

After hearing Li Xiaoqiang's words, Mei Ze finally couldn't help laughing. Although her face was still flushed, the mood of wanting to "go wild" must have disappeared. At this moment, her expression even became a little charming. She glanced at Li Xiaoqiang charmingly:

"Stingy ......"

Seeing Mei Ze's expression, Li Xiaoqiang finally breathed a sigh of relief. At the same time, he sighed in his heart. To make girls happy, it's really a very profound knowledge. At least in their own eyes. It's a lot harder than making a good move.

The "private chat" between the two actually didn't last long. Because when several Japanese chess players spoke, the draw ceremony officially began. In this round, the order of the draw is different from that of the second round. Probably considering that only one Korean player made it to the top 8. Therefore, the organizer arranged for Mr. Seo Bong-so to draw lots for the first time.

Considering that Mr. Seo Bong-so was the oldest among the three foreign chess players, he simply put Li Xiaoqiang in the last draw.

Mr. Seo Bong-so was the first to walk up to the stage, and he first drew the number of a Japanese chess player and handed it to the host. When the host showed the names of the chess players in it to everyone. Even Mr. Seo Bong-so himself laughed.

The first one he drew was Mr. Kobayashi Koji!

In the face of such a result, everyone really doesn't know what to say. If it's in the first 2 rounds. There are also people who sympathize with Li Xiaoqiang's "luck". So at this moment, all the sympathy will go to Mr. Seo Bong-so, right?

Because in this round that just ended. Seo Bong-su eliminated Nie Whirlwind. He eliminated the "first person" of Chinese Go. And in the next round, he took Mr. Kobayashi away again. He will face the "first man" of Japanese Go.

Li Xiaoqiang asked himself, like the "luck" of Mr. Seo Bong-so. It's not something you can compare.

The same action, the same process, and even the same wry smile. When Ma Xiaofei came to the stage and unfolded the number in his hand, the whole venue finally burst into laughter.

Ma Xiaofei drew Mr. Zhao Zhixun!

This year's Fujitsu Cup is actually a bit strange. In the words of Nie Whirlwind earlier: "The pattern of the world chess scene seems to be quietly changing." And this "quiet change". In fact, it refers to the increase in new faces in the top 8. For example, the traditional "1st Group Army" in the world chess world, Japan's Liuchao plus Nie Cao of China and South Korea. When the two rounds are over, there are now only 2 super-notch players left. This has not been seen in previous world competitions.

But just now. Wait until Li Xiaoqiang is ready to take the stage. These only 2 super-first-class masters were all taken away by others......

Li Xiaoqiang came to the front desk accompanied by Yukari Umezawa. To be precise, Umezawa accompanied Li Xiaoqiang to the front desk amid the uproar of people in the Chinese and Japanese Go circles. It was only at this time that Li Xiaoqiang found out. Don't look at the Go world, everyone is polite and polite, and all of them are relatively simple. But their "bad taste" is also not a small part at all.

Since this is the case, Li Xiaoqiang decided to cooperate with everyone's "bad taste"

"Yukari, this lottery of mine, you should help me draw it."

"Yes...... May I? ”

"Don't ask me about this, you should ask the host, he said he could ......"

It was at this time that the presenter finally showed his very professional side. He threw this question to the audience, and the whole draw ceremony reached its climax:

"Everybody's heard, right? Just now China's Li Sang said that he wanted our Miss Yukari to help him draw lots. Do you think it's okay? ”

It's not just Zhang Zhidong and these people, not only Fujisawa Hideyuki, but now even Cao Yanzi and them are all coaxing:

"Absolutely! ，，”

"Hahahaha."

When Yukari Umezawa draws a number, when she gives the number to the host. And the host handed Li Xiaoqiang a small note with the names of the chess players written in it.

Li Xiaoqiang slowly unfolded the small note in his hand:

McClymond Nine Sections!

Li Xiaoqiang's opponent in the top 8 is McClymond Jiudan! Suppose that only the level of the opponent is used to judge the quality of the signing. Then there is no doubt that this should be the best luck.

At this moment, Li Xiaoqiang suddenly stood on the stage in a daze. He suddenly remembered Qian Yuping Jiuduan. At this moment, his gaze passed through the crowd, and he found two gentlemen, Kobayashi Koji and Cho Jixun, in the crowd.

"Master, do you think that at my current level, can I split the "double insurance" of Japanese Go? By the way, if you weren't sick, could you do it yourself? Is that possible......"

Li Xiaoqiang, who participated in the World Series for the first time, how far can he go? (To be continued......)

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