Chapter 79-2

Chapter 79-2

Although he trusted the analysis provided by the holographic spec, he couldn't grasp the strategy behind it at all.

However, at a certain moment, as Edmons pieces gradually penetrated into Baek Yu-Seols territory, a change began.

"...Hm?"

When they snapped back to their senses, they realized that three of Baek Yu-Seol pieces had occupied specific points, triggering a field magic.

**[Trap: Lockdown]**

By installing a prison in a designated narrow space, this field effect prevented the trapped pieces from escaping for five turns.

However, whether by coincidence or strategy, all three of the pieces responsible for Edmons mobility, the "Speedrun Knights," fell into the trap.

"Huh...?"

It must have been a coincidence.

It was only five turns, but there was no way to turn the situation around in just five turns.

Furthermore.

"Hehe, I can complete the field soon!"

In Soul Chess, it wasn't simply about capturing the opponent's pieces to win. One had to attack repeatedly and chip away at their defenses.

However, a field magic that significantly increased the attack power of all of Edmons pieces was activated.

**[Field: Scorched Ground]**

A field that reduced the defense of opponents who were weak against fire types and increased the owners attack power against fire types.

It was incredibly difficult to complete this field as it required occupying points in five different locations.

But, once it was completed, the opponent would be overwhelmed in an instant.

"It's over. How many times have I secretly moved my pieces to occupy these points?" Baek Yu-Seol had completely failed to notice this strategy and was engaged in meaningless actions.

However...

**[Occupation: Reversed Ground]**

"...Huh?"

As Baek Yu-Seol moved his piece, Edmon unintentionally blurted out a dumbfounded remark.

Without realizing it, the lowly "Pawn" had somehow snatched control of a specific point.

Under normal circumstances, it wouldn't have any effect, but if the opponent occupied it while the [Field] was active, they would gain the [Reversal] effect.

In other words, the fiery [Scorched Ground] instantly turned into the frozen [Frozen Ground].

*This... is*

How did he manage to complete the Reversal right after completing the Scorched Ground?

The opponent didn't expose any weaknesses to any attack and completely crushed his army with a rough and ruthless assault, devoid of emotions.

At that moment, he felt despair. It was like facing an overwhelming mage who suppressed him with sheer power.

It was the first time encountering an opponent who moved the pieces so coldly and logically, without a trace of emotion. It sent shivers down his spine to the point of tears.

"Ha, hahaha..."

He lost.

He didn't want to admit that obvious fact, but the more he struggled, the more he resembled a writhing worm in front of a giant.

In the end, Edmon personally toppled his own king with his finger.

**Thud!**

The declaration of complete defeat.

He covered his head with both hands.

*What on earth is happening...?*

Sweat droplets formed on his sharp nose. Even in the messy situation where sweat was dripping onto the floor, he couldn't afford to save face.

It must be a dream.

It had to be a dream.

This was a game he absolutely couldn't lose.

Yeah, this couldn't be reality.

He thought so, but the students, uproarious and buzzing, awakened him to reality.

"Did Edmon Senpai really lose?"

"How did that happen?"

"Crazy, did you see just now? Was that a strategy or a joke?"

"I don't know anything about Soul Chess, so I don't even know what's what..."

"He just dominated him one-sidedly, right? Edmon Senpai couldn't even put up a fight."

Among those students, Hong Bi-Yeon silently disappeared, and Baek Yu-Seol also stood up, holding the Oath of Magic Power.

Despite being someone who played a chess game devoid of emotions like a machine, it was hard to believe the warm smile he wore as he slightly bowed.

"It was a good match. Well done."

After saying those words, Baek Yu-Seol hid his figure outside the cafe, and Admon shook his head.

It wasn't a dream, it was reality.

He became acutely aware of that fact... very clearly.",