Wake Up Leave The Liar novel Chapter 163

Chapter 141

Chase agreed, Alright.”

Ashley sat opposite him. Tanya regained her composure, greeting Vincent and others before returning to stand beside Chase.

The surprise wasn’t limited to them. Matt and Vincent were also astonished. While David had introduced Ashley earlier, they knew little about her. She seemed so quiet that she wasn’t unlikely to actively seek a challenge in such a setting, even if she was a skilled player.

Robert didn’t know Ashley, but he’d noticed her striking appearance and refined demeanor. Knowing that she had a privileged upbringing, he thought she’d make a fine granddaughter-in-law… He hadn’t expected her to play chess.

Chase said, “You go first?” The first move in chess held an advantage.

Ashley didn’t refuse, placing her first piece. Chase followed. At first, their moves were cautious and measured. They remained silent. Ashley focused solely on the board, barely glancing at Chase.

Vincent and Robert noticed Ashley’s calm, steady style, mirroring her demeanor. Her offense and defense were calculated, suggesting strategic foresight beyond a few moves.

This surprised them.

They’d praised Tanya’s quick thinking and skill, but actually she’d been guided by Chase, who’d been deliberately holding back.

They had a long game only because Chase didn’t want his dear girlfriend to lose too quickly. Tanya’s adaptability and thinking were exceptional for her age, but…

Chase seemed to realize that Ashley wasn’t following his strategy; she was trying to draw him into her own trap. When he refrained from attacking, she seized the opportunity, defending and counter-attacking, forcing him to pause mid-move. He looked up at her, a faint smile playing on his lips.

Robert exclaimed in admiration, “Excellent!”

Tim raised an eyebrow, smiling subtly. Zark and Matt were stunned; they’d lost track of Ashley’s strategy. Her seemingly passive defense had masked her subtle maneuvers. They realized she wasn’t just a chess player; she was professional.

Tanya, focused on Chase, had also lost track of his moves.

She had expected Ashley to lose quickly, but Chase’s increasing seriousness and the rapt attention of Vincent and Robert, made her realize Ashley was genuinely skilled, perhaps even better than her.

She shifted her focus to Ashley, feeling a chill as Ashley deftly countered Chase’s strategies. Robert’s exclamation sent a wave of unease through her.

Ashley was completely absorbed in the game.

She was basically in control, but that didn’t mean she was winning… She glanced at Chase.

Chase placed another piece. Ashley paused.

Vincent chuckled. That was a good one. To witness such a game between two young people… impressive.”

Robert shushed him.”Don’t interrupt my train of thought!”

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