Long Hang looked at Yang Xiao with a bewildered expression; this kid doesn't cede even an inch, not even giving up the first move.
Long Hang said helplessly:
"Alright, how about this, let's guess the number of pieces."
Yang Xiao smiled faintly,
"How do we guess?"
"Using our spiritual power, we'll randomly toss some pieces into a bowl, and you guess how many there are. If you guess right, I lose; if you guess wrong, you lose. Whoever wins gets to play black first. How about that?"
Yang Xiao pretended to think for a moment and then said reluctantly:
"Fine!"
Long Hang smiled slightly and waved over a nearby staff member.
The staff member walked over to Long Hang, bowed, and said:
"Deputy Director Long, what can I do for you?"
"Bring over an extra empty chess bowl."
"Sure."
The staff member turned and left, returning shortly with a white chess bowl, which he placed on the board in front of Long Hang.
"Deputy Director Long, here's the chess bowl you requested."
