The City's Strongest Son-in-law-Chapter 160: Won

The high-ranking official in the city bureau is one of Liu Chen’s disciples. Whenever they meet, this official will definitely bow and call him teacher. With this connection, that school doesn’t need to worry about not attracting people.

Su Changfeng hadn’t anticipated that Liu Chen had such a good relationship with Gu Changsheng.

"You old geezer, where have you been? You nearly worried me to death." Gu Changsheng approached Liu Chen impatiently, his face full of displeasure.

Liu Chen laughed and said, "What’s the rush? We’re both halfway through the journey of life, take it easy."

"Bah, what nonsense are you talking about!" Gu Changsheng cursed.

Seeing the way they talked, Su Changfeng was a bit taken aback. Liu Chen was someone even the city’s top officials would treat with particular respect, yet with Gu Changsheng, he wouldn’t retort even if scolded; instead, he would smile.

Apparently, their relationship wasn’t always this good. It was only in their later years that they reconciled, feeling mutual appreciation. As a result, their conversation was bound to be somewhat crude.

"Are you the one who pushed my old buddy here?" Liu Chen walked in front of Su Changfeng and said with a smile.

Su Changfeng quickly stood up, as he couldn’t show any laxity towards such an important person. As a younger person, he couldn’t afford to be arrogant.

"Grandpa Liu, I didn’t expect the friend Old Master Gu mentioned would be you, sir," Su Changfeng said.

"I heard that old fellow say you not only play chess well but are also good at Go?" Liu Chen couldn’t help but scrutinize Su Changfeng. He was just a fairly ordinary young man, and Liu Chen hadn’t seen him participate in any tournament within the Go scene in Hai City. It was probably Gu Changsheng boasting about him.

"How dare I show off my skills in front of you? I’ve merely learned a few techniques," Su Changfeng humbly said.

"Come on then, if I don’t beat you today, that old man won’t let us go," Liu Chen said, sitting opposite Su Changfeng.

Su Changfeng glanced at the time; the birthday feast was about to start, and once Go fell into a stalemate, it could easily last several hours.

"Grandpa Liu, the feast will start soon. Should we have a match after the meal?" Su Changfeng suggested.

Liu Chen checked the time and replied, "There’s still about 20 minutes before the meal starts, which is enough."

At this point, Li Wen, standing behind Liu Chen, looked at Su Changfeng disdainfully and said, "Lasting 20 minutes against my teacher is already quite an achievement. Do you really think you can win?"

Liu Chen gently scolded, "Li Wen, how have I taught you? You can’t be too arrogant in dealing with people."

Su Changfeng could tell that although Liu Chen was reprimanding Li Wen, he didn’t hide his own pride.

Still, given Liu Chen’s current status, his pride seemed quite normal.

"In that case, I’ll seek your guidance then," Su Changfeng said, sitting down.

Liu Chen chose the white pieces, which was his habit; he wouldn’t change regardless of his opponent.

Coincidentally, Su Changfeng liked the black pieces, so there was no conflict.

When Su Changfeng picked up a piece, the atmosphere suddenly changed. Gu Changsheng also perceived a master’s aura emanating from Su Changfeng.

This guy, once he got serious, he really became a different person.

However, Liu Chen merely smiled. Young people like to put on airs; the students at his school also learned how to project an aura, but it was all empty. Without any real skill, they’d sooner or later be exposed.

"I’m hungry, teacher," Zhao Wen said coyly, implying that Liu Chen should win quickly against Su Changfeng.

"Alright, alright, I’ll wrap it up soon and then you can enjoy your food," Liu Chen smiled.

Playing Go is like a battle on the field, a warning Huo Tian gave Su Changfeng when he first learned Go. Therefore, even with the venerable Liu Chen sitting across from him, Su Changfeng wasn’t planning to hold back.

Initially, Liu Chen moved swiftly, as he didn’t consider Su Changfeng worthy. He barely displayed his skills, until halfway through the game when Liu Chen suddenly realized that this young man was no simple character.

Liu Chen, who had been sitting casually, now sat upright, a serious expression appearing between his brows.

Seeing Liu Chen like this, Li Wen and Zhao Wen were a bit surprised. It was the first time their teacher played so seriously against someone young like this. Su Changfeng was even able to make their master react this way!

The two exchanged glances, seeing disbelief in each other’s eyes.

Though Gu Changsheng wasn’t skilled at Go, he knew a bit about it. At this point in the game, Su Changfeng held a considerable advantage, completely pressing Liu Chen.

Looking at Su Changfeng’s intense eyes, he seemed like a general in battle, fully immersed. Gu Changsheng couldn’t reconcile this image with the coward from the Tang Family.

"I underestimated you, but overcoming a disadvantage at this stage isn’t hard given the old man’s skills. Be ready," Liu Chen said with confidence.

Su Changfeng was absorbed in the board and didn’t respond, recalling in his mind the famous games he had studied repeatedly.

Su Changfeng’s attitude greatly annoyed Li Wen, who said with displeasure, "Why are you putting on such airs? Do you really think you’re some master? It’s my teacher letting you on purpose!"

Zhao Wen blinked at Su Changfeng, not looking down on him but was rather amazed. To make their teacher take someone seriously, regardless of the eventual outcome, that in itself was an honor. In Hai City, in the realm of Go, Liu Chen had never met a rival.

Liu Chen had even achieved outstanding results in national competitions.

"Ahem, don’t talk when watching a game, don’t disturb them," Gu Changsheng coughed lightly, reminding Li Wen.

Though Gu Changsheng had invited Liu Chen aiming to curb Su Changfeng’s arrogance, at this moment, he suddenly wanted to see just how skilled Su Changfeng was, secretly hoping he might win today’s match.

As the game progressed, the situation became increasingly tense. Even with Liu Chen resolved to turn the situation around, although not letting his disadvantage grow, he showed no sign of reclaiming the upper hand.

In the final moments, Su Changfeng’s serious expression suddenly became relaxed. Seeing this change, Gu Changsheng raised an eyebrow. Could it be that Su Changfeng was about to win?

"Grandpa Liu, forgive my impoliteness," Su Changfeng placed the final black piece. Instantly, the white pieces were lifeless and he had won.