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Characters like Sora Ginko and Yaichi Kuzuryu from the Ryuo World have already stayed at the JS Research Institute and obtained treasure chests.
Rina Shakado, Ayumi Kamina, and the others had never stayed there, but Luo Chen guessed that since they weren't main characters, they probably wouldn't be able to unleash any particularly powerful moves.
So, what should he do if he wants to continue improving his shogi skills?
Or perhaps, even if Shakya Tōrinai and the others don't come up with any impressive moves, they should still try them one by one, hoping that by sheer luck they might succeed?
"You silly fiancé, you look tired? Do you want to go rest?" Sora Ginko's voice suddenly rang out.
"Ok?"
Luo Chen pulled his wandering thoughts back, smiled, and said, "It's alright, but of course, it would be even better to exercise a bit before resting."
Kong Yinzi was taken aback, her pretty face flushing red unexpectedly. She glared at Luo Chen and said, "You're lewd!"
Even so, she clenched her fists, but closed her eyes, looking like she was saying, "You silly fiancé, what are you trying to do? Hurry up and do it..."
Chapter 221 Two Elementary School Students with Unique Personalities
The next day, at 9:00 AM.
Luo Chen, Murasame-sensei, Hinatsuru Ai, Yasha-shin Ten'i, and a large group of JS researchers disembarked from the bus.
The venue for this elementary school celebrity battle was entirely booked by the Shijiatang Study Association, and Luo Chen, who had been there once before, was quite familiar with the place.
The elementary school students in the group, regardless of their age, were all looking around curiously, their faces full of wonder.
Shibuya, as one of the most developed areas in Tokyo, is famous and has countless shops along the way, naturally attracting a lot of attention.
Ms. Murasame couldn't help but suggest, "Young Master, why don't we let the kids go play around the neighborhood for a bit before the elementary school celebrity tournament starts?"
"No, Murasame-sensei, what if something dangerous happens?" Kuruno Yoshitsune shook his head, rigidly rejecting the suggestion.
Ms. Murasame shrugged, her gaze still fixed intently on Luo Chen, making no attempt to conceal her true intention to take advantage of the situation and make a purchase.
Luo Chen calculated the number of teachers and elementary school students in the group for this trip, and then nodded slightly: "It's not impossible."
"Young master!"
Kuruno Yoshitsune was filled with helplessness.
"It's alright, Mr. Kuruno. A little relaxation before the competition might actually help the kids perform better, right?"
"The Elementary School Celebrity Tournament is the most important competition for everyone during their school years. It is not only very important to every child, but also very important to our Adachi Ward JS Research Institute."
"We should try anything that can lead to a better outcome."
Luo Chen said with a smile,
Kuruno Yoshitsune frowned: "But what about safety..."
"Each teacher will take two children for half an hour. After half an hour, everyone must come back to the assembly point. Also, please remember, teachers must not get engrossed in shopping and forget about the students. Check every half minute to make sure all the children are there," Luo Chen instructed simply.
"Hi~!"
Teacher Murasame revealed a faintly excited smile.
Reluctantly, Kuruno Yoshitsune had no choice but to nod in agreement.
For this trip, JS Research Institute sent a total of six teachers, including Luo Chen, and 12 children to participate in the competition.
This arrangement is quite reasonable.
Having arranged everything, Luo Chen was the last to set off, wandering around with his two elementary school disciples.
To be honest, he's probably the most relaxed of all the teachers.
After all, Hinatsuru Ai only wanted to stay by her master's side. Under Hinatsuru Akina's guidance, she had the mindset of a virtuous wife and loving mother since childhood.
The Yaksha God's Heavenly Robe is even worse.
As the eldest daughter of the Yasha God family, what good things doesn't she have? And as for shopping herself, although she hasn't experienced it, she definitely doesn't expect to experience it.
So the three of them just strolled around the streets. Luo Chen asked Chu He Ai, but she didn't want to buy anything. He asked Yasha Shen Tianyi, and received a haughty reply: "How could I possibly be interested in these commoners' things!"
Luo Chen had no choice but to buy it himself since his two disciples didn't want to.
Cough!
Yesterday, he accidentally ruined a pair of Kong Yinzi's stockings, and he felt it was very necessary to buy Kong Yinzi another pair.
Even so, after the purchase, both Hinatsuru Ai and Yashagami Ten'i looked at him strangely...
Luo Chen's face darkened, but he said calmly, "It was your Master Yinzi who asked me to buy it, saying it was very important."
"Tch~! She's clearly an old woman, not my master's wife." Hinatsuru Ai grumbled sullenly, showing no regard for Sora Ginko.
Yaksha God Tenge crossed his arms and snorted coldly: "I won't bother with such commoners' affairs, hmph!"
Two incredibly capable elementary school students!
Luo Chen smiled.
In short, it's good that the attention has been diverted.
After this little incident, he took the two elementary school students around a few more times, but in the end they didn't even buy a single snack.
Hinatsuru Ai disliked the hygiene of street food and preferred to make it herself. Yasha-shin Ten'i, unusually, agreed with Hinatsuru Ai's opinion and said that the snacks made by their chef might taste better.
That's why, when everyone reunited, only their group was empty-handed, leaving Luo Chen both amused and exasperated.
After shopping, everyone used the remaining half hour to rush to the venue, the Shijiatang Study Group, before 10 o'clock!
As the host of this event, Shakya Tōrinai personally appeared to preside over the opening ceremony of this year's Elementary School Celebrity Tournament.
Meanwhile, the elementary school celebrity tournament is divided into boys' and girls' groups, with both groups competing simultaneously to determine a champion.
Of course, in the end, the organizers will determine whether to merge the title of "Elementary School Celebrity" based on the strength of both champions.
After all, although the probability is extremely small, it cannot be ruled out that there may be a few exceptionally talented boys in the elementary school boys' group, even if they are young and have near-professional skills.
If such an anomaly occurs, it would be unreasonable to continue the competition by merging the teams.
The opening ceremony, which lasted for an hour and a half, has come to an end.
The schedule was also displayed on the big screen.
Hinatsuru Ai, Yashajin Ten'i, and the others found their names and faced off against elementary school students from other regions who were studying JS.
"The first battle shouldn't be too much of a challenge for Ai and Tianyi, right?"
After settling the elementary school students who were preparing for their matches, Ms. Murasame came to Luo Chen's side and asked him a question.
"should."
Luo Chen stroked his chin, opened his phone, and on the shogi forum, the top three trending topics included a player ranked 5.3 who was considered a strong favorite to win the championship.
On this list are the names of Hinatsuru Ai and Yasha-gami Ten'i, as well as the name of the Shakya-do Research Society's Shinnabe Marie, and five other children of various kinds.
"These eight should be the strongest in this year's Elementary School Celebrity Tournament. Barring any unforeseen circumstances, they will be the top eight in this year's Elementary School Celebrity Tournament."
Luo Chen scrolled through his phone and smiled faintly.
"Phew! At least in the first match, our JS Research Institute didn't encounter these kids." Teacher Murasame breathed a sigh of relief after seeing the list of opponents compared to that of the JS Research Institute.
"Ah."
Luo Chen nodded gently.
next moment.
The announcement from the Shakyamuni Hall Study Group rang out.
"All children, please get ready and enter the preparation room in order of your match sequence. The first round of the competition will begin in 10 minutes!"
Chapter 222 The Establishment (and Dissolution) of the Love and Heavenly Garment Alliance
Amidst the constant announcements, children began to stream into their respective chess rooms and sit down attentively.
Luo Chen and the others waited outside.
"Young Master, you've finally arrived."
A soft, girlish voice rang in my ears.
Luo Chen tilted his head and saw a girl in a snow-white training uniform, with a high ponytail, an ordinary face but an exceptional temperament, waving gently at him.
Beside her, the long-unseen Shen Guo Bu Meng lightly covered her left eye and sighed, "Ah~! My mortal enemy, we meet again. Cherish these few opportunities to meet where you can still look down on me!"
boom!
Before he could finish speaking, Yue Mieguiyi lightly punched him on the head with his fist.
"Ouch! It hurts! It hurts! It hurts!"
Kamiya Ayumu cried out in pain on the spot.
This was the first time that Teacher Murasame had seen the people of the Shakyamuni Hall Study Group interact like this, and his lips twitched.
Luo Chen, however, was used to it and greeted them with a smile: "Miss Yue Mie, Brother Bu Meng, it's been a long time."
"Miss Ai and her team's second battle should go smoothly, right?"
Yue Miegui mentioned it briefly, then said, "However, compared to the first round so far, our little princess named Ma Li'ai is already impatient to deal with the kids from your Adachi Ward JS Research Institute."