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Chapter 170

Old Fisher didn't know Maggie either, but he had noticed her. She had an exceptionally beautiful appearance, and her temperament was gentle and well-mannered, like a well-bred girl from a good family. To him, such a girl seemed perfect as a potential granddaughter-

in-law...

He certainly hadn't expected her to be good at chess.

Franklin looked at Maggie. "You first?"

In the game of Go, the player who goes first typically holds an advantage.

Maggie didn't decline, and made her first move.

Franklin followed suit.

At the beginning, neither of them made any obvious moves, keeping their plays subtle. They didn't speak, focusing entirely on the game.

Maggie simply watched the board, barely even glancing at Franklin sitting across from her.

After a while, Old Hall, Old Fisher, and the others noticed that Maggie's style of play was as gentle and steady as her demeanor.

Whether attacking or defending, she moved slowly and deliberately, showing that she had full control over the game. She wasn't just making moves one step at a time but was planning several moves ahead. Realizing this, Old Hall, Old Fisher, and the others were surprised.

Before, they had praised Julia for her quick reflexes and strategic play, and while she was indeed skilful she had been guided throughout the game by Franklin.

Even though Franklin had intentionally been taking it easy on her, the game still had the feel of a young couple's playful interaction.

this, Julia was certainly among the best when it came

But now...

following his strategy. Instead, she was trying to

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into her own plan.

down his attacks, Maggie didn't give him an opening. She seized the opportunity,

looked up at Maggie and

Old Fisher couldn't help

raised an eyebrow and

and Jimmy were both

of Maggie's thinking. In fact, they had been deceived by her calm, steady defensive

only could Maggie play, but she

standing next to Franklin, was paying more attention to his side of the game. Like Harry and the others, she had already fallen behind in understanding

noticed that Franklin's expression was becoming more serious, even more focused than when he played against her. When she saw Old Fisher and the others were also completely absorbed in watching the game, she finally realized that Maggie wasn't just playing well-she

had created for her in a way she hadn't expected, Julia's heart skipped

absorbed in the game, not paying attention to anything else. Her focus was entirely on the chessboard in front of her.

paused and

Franklin made another move.

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stopped moving her pieces and took a

spectacular. I never imagined I'd see such an exciting game, especially between two young people. Very impressive." Old Fisher,

Old Hall went quiet.

move, slightly tipping the balance back in