Chapter 394: They Live Together Now

With her words falling, Nan Jiaojiao made her move.

The whole chess game suddenly became clear.

The Old Lady instantly spotted a path to life and immediately played a piece, and when she silently reviewed the board, she realized with a start that this lifeline had been forcefully conceded by Nan Jiaojiao, who had set her piece on a path to defeat.

Now, there was only one path to follow, and if even one wrong move was made, Nan Jiaojiao was certain to lose the game.

A deeper expression appeared in the Old Lady’s eyes as she picked up her teacup and took a sip, chuckling lightly, “Girl, you are quite fair.”

“One path each, if you make a wrong move, I make one too, so the situation is just pulled back, not changed.”

The Old Lady laughed heartily, “Then you better be serious.

I have been playing chess for decades.”

“Okay.”

Nan Jiaojiao twirled the chess piece, her eyes cast down, her demeanor showing not the slightest pretense or insincere effort, and with no cunning plan to lose intentionally to please the elderly lady, she seriously considered each move.

The Old Lady also straightened her facial expression.

Zhou Zining poured a cup of tea and placed it beside Bo Yanching, saying softly, “Brother San, have some tea.”

Bo Yanching picked up the tea cup, brushed off the tea leaves on his face, tested the temperature with his mouth, and when it was cool enough to drink, he quietly brought it to Nan Jiaojiao’s lips, assisting her in taking a few sips.

Soon, the first game ended, and the Old Lady won.

Nan Jiaojiao conceded gracefully, “Grandma’s skill in chess is superb.”

A gentleman doesn’t argue over the first game; Nan Jiaojiao was modest in victory and defeat, and could lose with equanimity.

Just as watching chess is like observing character, the more the Old Lady watched her, the more she liked her.

“It’s still early; girl, play a couple more games with me to show me your true skills.”

Nan Jiaojiao readily agreed, “Okay.”

Afterwards, they played three more games, one won by the Old Lady, one by Nan Jiaojiao, and the third was a draw.

It was already quite late, but the Old Lady was invigorated by the game and wanted to continue when Bo Yanching intervened.

“It’s getting late, let’s stop here for today.

You should rest.”

The Old Lady’s face immediately fell, “Xiao San, you are such a spoilsport.”

“The tea has gone cold, I’ve never seen you so obsessed with chess.

I need to take Jiaojiao back, but if you really like it, next time I’ll bring her over again.”

The Old Lady was originally displeased but brightened up at these words, “Going back?

Living together already?”

“Yes.”

“That was fast, wasn’t it?”

Bo Yanching looked over, and the Old Lady slightly held back, taking Nan Jiaojiao’s hand and saying, “Jiaojiao, this is a good thing, why didn’t you tell grandma, but you need to be careful.

An old man of Xiao San’s age can have many cunning thoughts, you need to guard against him more, don’t always let him have his way, understand?”

With the Old Lady’s clear implication, Nan Jiaojiao’s face turned red with shyness, “Understood, I’m on guard.”

Her mouth moved quickly, and by the time her brain caught up, she was so embarrassed she had to lighten her breath, “No, that’s not what I meant, don’t misunderstand, Grandma.”

“I’m not misunderstanding!”

The Old Lady sneakily gave Bo Yanching an approving look, her smile squeezing her eyes into slits, “Anyway, it’s late, why not stay here to sleep, Xiao San’s bedding is all freshly changed.”

Regaining some composure, Nan Jiaojiao replied, “No, it’s better not.

You should rest early and take care of your legs.”

“Alright then, I’ll do as you say.”

Bo Yanching placed his hand on Nan Jiaojiao’s waist and casting a side glance at her blushing cheeks, he lifted the hand supporting her waist slightly, helping her to stand.

“Next Saturday, I’ll bring her over again.”