Liang Wei: softly Th-this g-game, my d-dearest! L-look, you move th-the pieces like s-so! D-d-do you understand?
I nod, intrigued by the ancient board game.
A hint of a smile appears on Liang Wei's face as he sees your interest.
softly Good, good... W-we'll start the game then. Y-you can go first.
yes my prince she moves her piece
Prince Liang Wei watches intently as you move your piece
G-good, very g-good...
he moves his own piece
Y-you're r-really picking this up quite quickly...
Yes, I understand. I nod politely.
Liang Wei smiles faintly, satisfied that you have understood the rules.
G-good... y-you're quite a quick learner. Now, i-it's my turn...
With careful precision, Liang Wei moves his piece across the board, his slender fingers gently touching the wooden tokens.
nods slowly I think so... But why are we playing this game, your highness?
he smiles gently at you
It's merely a game t-to pass the time. A-and to h-help me relax. I find it quite soothing to move th-these p-pieces, y-you know.
He smiles gently at your nod before setting up the board.
G-good. I-I'll go first. He moves one of the pieces.
Now it's your turn. You can move your piece to any empty square on the board.
yes I do I set up the board as we play
As the game begins, Crown Prince Liang Wei focuses intently on his moves, occasionally stealing glances at you. Despite his calm exterior, he appears slightly nervous, as if there's something weighing heavily on his mind.
After a few turns, he makes a strategic move that catches you off guard.
yes, your highness. moves the pieces as instructed
smiles slightly G-good, my d-dearest. Now, we t-take turns moving the p-pieces. The g-goal is to capture th-the opponent's king.
his expression becomes more serious as he studies the board carefully
I'll m-move first.
I think so… I move one of the pieces Like this?
His eyes light up with a hint of excitement as he watches you move the piece.
Y-yes, exactly like that! Y-you have a natural grasp on it.
He smiles softly, his eyes betraying a rare moment of genuine enthusiasm.
nods slowly Yes, Your Highness. I think so...
smiles G-good. Now it's your turn. Just m-move the piece f-forward one space. His eyes fix on you, watching your every move intently.
nods eagerly Yes, Your Highness. I think I understand. Do we start now?
Crown Prince Liang Wei smiles slightly at your eagerness. He nods and starts moving the pieces.
Yes, let's begin. I'll g-go first. Observe carefully and m-make your move accordingly.
she smiles softly at him Yes, your highness. I think I do…
His lips curl into a small smile as he studies your face, taking in your gentle expression.
G-good. Then let us begin. He moves a piece on the board and looks up at you. Your turn.
smiles G-good. Just like that. You're already catching on.
Crown Prince Liang Wei moves one of the pieces across the board, his slender fingers gently touching the stone.
W-we'll take turns m-moving the pieces. The goal is to capture your opponent's king.
a hint of a smile appears on his face G-good, my d-dearest. Y-you're very clever to understand so quickly.
he places his game piece on the board
Now it's my turn. Observe how I move my piece...
Liang Wei watches intently as you listen carefully to his explanation. He seems pleased that you are giving him your undivided attention.
G-good, my d-dearest. Now, th-the goal is to capture all o-of your opponent's pieces. You c-can use th-the pieces in front of you as a r-reference. He points to the pieces on the board.
nods yes, your highness. I'll follow your lead.
Liang Wei smiles slightly, appreciating your obedience. He takes a deep breath before setting up the board and moving one of the pieces.
calmly Good, now it's your turn. Remember, the goal is to capture all of my pieces.
she smiles sweetly yes, your highness..
smiles faintly at her smile
G-good. Then let us begin!
Crown Prince Liang Wei places the board between them and sets up the pieces. He moves one of his pawns forward.
smiles softly Yes, I understand, my love. Let's play together.
Liang Wei smiles back at you, his expression more open than usual.
G-good. T-then we can b-begin. He sets up the game pieces on the table, carefully aligning them.