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If your master makes a mistake

[Previously]

during the match,

it'd be your fault.

Stop exaggerating.

If I lose to Chu Ying,

I will retire.

Let us begin.

[The Way of Heaven]

Chu Ying is playing Go with dad.

I'm watching it. Why didn't you tell me?

They already made multiple moves.

This match will be decided in the endgame.

He's playing how he used to.

Playing it safe without surprises.

He's wrong.

I don't think it is wrong.

If you fear change,

you will lose the title of champion.

I mustn't slack.

Eight over sixteen.

I lost.

Normally, people think that

Black should block the moves here.

If Black does not interrupt the sequence,

but place this at the edge,...

I would have lost.

I'd come to realise

the Divine Move.

[Hikaru no Go]

[We'd be reporting news related to Go.]

[The fifth and final round of the Meijin Tournament Finals]

[will, as scheduled, take place in three days.]

[As scheduled?]

[Yu Xiao Yang is still hospitalised.]

[This tournament would end up in a free win.]

[I thought the tournament was set to be delayed.]

[There is no delay.]

[Do you know who Yu Xiao Yang's opponent is?]

[It is Fang Xu.]

[Others might not know Fang Xu,]

[but we know him very well.]

[Has he thought of the health of his master?]

[He shouldn't pressure his opponent this way.]

[A saying goes,]

[to strike a man when he is down.]

[That is still his teacher after all.]

[Do you think...]

No matter what they say,

I know I'm doing the right thing.

[The 31st Round: What About My Way?]

-You can't enter the room. -Mr Yu.

-I'm Shi Guang. -Mr Yu, this child insisted on coming in.

Don't worry, let him be. You may leave.

All right.

Mr Yu.

Are you alright?

I'm fine.

I know you lost a game,

but you mustn't retire.

It is just a game of Go.

-He was probably lucky. -Are you Chu Ying?

No.

How could I be Chu Ying?

I could never play that way.

It doesn't matter who Chu Ying is now.

I just want another match with him.

I don't mind a match online.

I'll not force him to reveal his identity.

If you continue to play on Go.net,

you will meet him eventually.

If you can't reach him, you can contact me.

He'd play with you any time.

Do you hear me? We have another shot.

I heard, Xiao Guang.

Shi Guang.

I really want to play another

game with Chu Ying.

If you'd like to continue to play with him,

can you forget about retiring?

A word spoken

can never be taken back.

Mr Yu, listen to me.

Retirement is a huge decision.

If you'd retire, I'll be guilty.

This has nothing to do with you.

The news said the day of Geze is nigh.

It's too late.

I'm running out of time.

Xiao Guang.

The time I've left

is running out like sand in an hourglass.

How could this happen?

-Xiao Guang. -I'm tired.

You're home.

You're asleep yet.

No.

After studying this game,

I couldn't sleep a wink all night.

I wanted to replay the game.

What's going on?

You can't blame me for this.

Blame Grandpa.

He's amazing.

If he doesn't stop,

the whole house would be on fire.

-I'm going to bed. -Come back here.

Come here.

Let's talk about Grandpa.

-Here. -All right.

Grandpa was amazing.

It was a great start.

Half way in, and his moves were steady as a rock.

In the endgame, he played flawlessly

and crushed it.

Even the world's number one,

I mean, the world's second best player

cannot beat him.

He was too amazing.

Flawlessly?

I thought

it was so-so.

So-so? Check this out.

He played offence according to his own rules.

I discovered a move.

What is it? Listen up.

-Today, Fu and I... -If the black piece

was placed over here,...

Give me a moment. Let me think about it.

Take your time.

Hold on.

This...

Did Grandpa tell you about this?

No, I figured it out myself.

Come here.

What are you doing?

You're impressive.

Hero Shi. Master Shi.

My goodness.

One move and Black

could have occupied half the board.

The tables have completely turned.

The entire situation is reversed.

Oh my goodness.

Stop kissing me.

I need to call Fu right now.

I need to tell him about this.

Go to bed. He needs to sleep too.

That's true. I'll tell him tomorrow.

I'll study it further.

Oh my god.

That kid is possessed by the God of Go.

Chu Ying, what's the matter?

Why are you so unhappy after the game?

Nothing.

Is it because you didn't discover the Divine Move?

It's nothing.

Mr Yu said

he wants to play with you again.

How about this?

I'll schedule another game in a few days.

What do you think?

Forget it.

Why not?

Nothing.

Something isn't right.

Something is wrong with you.

You'd always wanted to play with Mr Yu.

Why are you so

upset after this game?

Are you keeping something from me?

I...

What's the matter?

I'm tired.

We will talk tomorrow.

Is Chu Ying

going through menopause?

How horrifying.

[Wei Da, Go]

The competition will go on as planned?

Yes.

That is the only choice.

Xiao Liang.

You don't want me to do it either.

Don't you?

Yes, I don't want you to,

but I think

you have to.

I know my father's condition

doesn't allow him to play.

I know him too well.

He has never felt old.

If you request for the competition to be postponed,

that would

affect him the most.

You're the only one who understands me.

Please play this game of Go well.

I definitely will.

That is the biggest form of respect towards Master.

However,

I want my father to win.

I'll be cheering for him.

Thank you, Xiao Liang.

Go forward.

[Kensou VS Chris]

-Stop! -Click on this button!

Let me do it.

Xiao Guang, stop playing.

Watch me.

No, I know that!

Stop playing. It's time to practise, Xiao Guang.

One last game.

-Come on. Give it to me. -This is the last round.

Stop playing. You've wasted more than an hour.

Check out my moves.

You'd be impressed.

Not bad at all.

Shi Guang, it's time for practice.

What are you doing?

Forget it. Have fun.

Stop lying around.

Although there's no training at the club today,

you mustn't slack at home either.

I've it all planned out.

You should study Go theories in the afternoon.

If you can take it in,

I'll tell you about my experiences tonight.

You remind me of someone right now.

She was

retiring while going through menopause.

She had no interests or hobbies.

She was only focused on her job

and nurturing the next generation.

That someone is my mum.

Listen up.

Every move is interconnected.

One must stay vigilant throughout the game.

It's not over till it's over.

There is no room for mistakes.

If you're in the lead, focus on the win.

If you're failing, focus on resisting your opponent.

I'm going to stop you right there.

What are you talking about? I don't understand.

These are the practical tips

a Go player should know.

They are very important.

If you go with the flow, even if you win, you lose.

The inability to realise the situation will guarantee your defeat.

Impatience and the urge to win will only lead to defeat.

When you're surrounded on both sides, oppress the opponent from outside.

I don't understand a single word.

Did you quote that from an ancient text?

Let me practise Go.

A rookie competition is coming up in a few days.

Memorise this first!

Memorise this.

Then,

take your time to understand it.

If you're cornered, do not run.

If all hope is lost, quit the game.

Not making a move

is also a move.

There are many ways to fail,

but only one way to succeed.

The one who understands the game is the one who wins.

If you go with the flow, even if you win, you lose.

What were you doing at home?

You barely ate.

Forget it.

Did you keep something fun at home

from me?

Come here.

I'll tell you right now.

The inability to realise the situation

will guarantee your defeat.

Impatience and the urge to win will only lead to defeat.

When you're surrounded on both sides,...

I got it wrong.

Is that a hypnotising chant?

You're putting me to sleep.

This person looks familiar.

He starred in a film some time ago.

I think it was called "Empress Ma With Great Feet."

Look at this game.

The situation is ever changing, and danger lurks at every move.

However, Black's move here

sent itself into doom.

Good gracious.

This is a TV show. I don't want to know.

I'm not done yet.

You said he looks familiar.

[Fangyuan Investment Go Club]

Xiao Guang.

Let us replay this game

for the competition today.

Xiao Guang.

Xiao Guang.

Xiao Guang.

We should study the game.

I don't care. I need a break. I'm tired.

Stop bugging me.

No, we're running out of time.

-We cannot lose even... -What do you mean?

We have plenty of time.

What if I'm no longer around one day?

Why would you say that?

It's nothing. I just think

that we are finally getting it together.

We should work a little harder.

Whatever it is,

you've to let me live my life.

Look at my life now.

I set the board, practise Go and review games all day.

I could barely catch my breath.

I'm very tired.

I'm sorry.

I was too hasty.

Don't worry about it.

What I'm trying to say is, we have plenty of time.

Teach me everything slowly.

You've always wanted to ride a motorcycle.

-Do you know how to? -I can ride a bicycle.

They both have two wheels. It's the same.

Can you ride as fast as Xu Jun Lang?

I'll show you what

riding like the wind means.

Shi Guang.

Continue with your practice.

I got you a stint as the record keeper

in the Meijin Tournament Finals tomorrow.

Fang Xu versus Yu Xiao Yang?

It's an opportunity of a lifetime.

Xiao Guang.

You promised we'd go for a bicycle ride tomorrow.

That's right.

What's the matter?

Don't you want to go?

It's not that.

I promised my friend

we'd go for a bicycle ride tomorrow.

It's the weekend. Forget about bicycle riding, it's exhausting.

Staying at the Go Room is the best.

The Mystery Go Room.

It's Fang Xu and Yu Xiao Yang.

It is a rare opportunity indeed.

It's decided then.

Don't be late tomorrow.

Wait.

Why did you disappear without a word?

How disrespectful.

Xiao Liang.

Dad.

Wait outside.

[Record Keeper]

You did not let me down.

Teacher.

I'd been looking forward to this day.

Me too.

Have a seat.

It is time.

Before we begin,

please draw your lots.

[Yu Xiao Yang, Fang Xu]

Chu Ying.

Although Mr Yu is very ill,

he looks energized.

I hereby announce

the fifth and final round

of the Chinese Meijin Tournament

under way.

Chu Ying.

Chu Ying.

Chu Ying.

Mr Yu duplicated your previous move.

I noticed.

Does that mean that game of yours

influenced him greatly?

I was just opening his mind

to something he'd been avoiding.

Perhaps

this is his response to me.

What about your response to me?

Are you still mad at me?

Come on.

I took you to witness the battle between top players.

You should be glad.

But I prefer a bicycle ride.

Watching the game is fun too.

I know. You don't need to thank me.

It was necessary.

[National Go Meijin Tournament, Fang Xu, Yu Xiao Yang]

A black piece on the board.

That's our fat senior.

He went to narrate the game?

Don't call him fat.

When you advance, you'd get similar opportunities.

Don't you have a TV at home?

Why are you watching this with us?

Shi Chang went to serve as a record keeper.

It's boring to watch the game alone.

None of them are leading just yet.

As the situation goes,

the ninth-dan Yu Xiao Yang

has a higher possibility of winning.

At ninth-dan, Fang Xu has improved immensely.

Fang Xu defeated everyone during the Go Master Tournament last year.

It's unfortunate that his opponent is Mr Yu this time.

Fang Xu is an amazing player as well.

Breaking the ceiling

is a matter of time anyway.

From this game, we could see

that Yu Xiao Yang rearranged his formation.

There is a slight deviation from his previous style.

His moves are agile and quick.

As compared to Fang Xu, the ninth-dan player,

he appears more relaxed.

I don't think so.

Look.

His formation isn't promising.

Beating around the bush at this stage

isn't a smart move.

If time prolongs,

it is not beneficial to Mr Yu.

They are entering the climax of the game.

Chu Ying.

Who's going to win?

I cannot tell at all.

It's essential for a master

to pace moderately.

If this goes on,

the game will be determined by a single piece.

Many areas of the game are still ambiguous.

It's difficult to determine the winner.

In my opinion,

Fang Xu is very close to winning.

Really?

[IV Fluid]

Fang Xu.

I believe he's going to say something,

but he looks healthy.

There he is.

[National Meijin Go Tournament Press Conference]

Fang Xu.

This is where you belong.

Thank you for your patience.

What are your thoughts

about the game today?

Fang Xu played well for a ninth-dan.

Black won by three quarter pieces.

I lost.

Fang Xu, at ninth-dan, you defeated your master

and won the title of Meijin,

how do you feel?

It feels

surreal. It's like a dream.

Mr Yu, you changed your formation today.

In an important game like this,

what was going through your mind

while making such a change?

I realised

that this is my last professional competition.

Last competition?

Thus, I hope

to try something different.

Sir, what do you mean

by the last competition?

From today onwards, I've decided

to retire officially.

You're going to retire?

-That's impossible. -Why?

Why are you retiring?

-It's all too sudden. -He's retiring suddenly.

Is it because of this game?

Yes.

What a pity.

It seems like Yu Liang had no idea.

From today onwards,

I'll no longer participate in any professional games.

Thank you all for your support and concern.

I, Yu Xiao Yang,

will always be grateful.

It's such a pity.

Why is he retiring?

What a pity.

What's going on?

Hello. You finally gave me a call.

[Shi Guang, did you just witness history again?]

What is it?

[During the interview post-competition,]

[Mr Yu announced his retirement.]

He really retired?

-[Yes.] -He really did it.

I thought he would change his mind.

[What do you mean?]

[Shi Guang,]

-[you knew about this?] -No.

-The line is cutting off. -[Hold on!]

I'll talk to you later.

-He really retired. -Xiao Guang.

Forget it.

We will not make it.

What's going on?

Yu Liang is exactly like his father.

He didn't do this impulsively.

He already made this decision

during our game.

Aren't you going home?

Don't you want to ride a bicycle?

Go faster.

I can't.

-I can't. -Are you stopping?

It's been half an hour.

Are you not bored yet?

I'm exhausted.

Xiao Guang.

If Hong He and I fall into a river,

who would you save first?

Where did you get this from?

Answer me.

Of course I'd save you.

Besides me, no one could save you.

Between Xiao Liang and I?

If it was Xiao Liang,

he might not even allow me to save him.

Of course I'd save you.

I'm glad.

Xiao Guang.

In all the years we were together,

were you ever annoyed with me?

Besides the fact that

you're moody, unpredictable,

long-winded and impatient,

you're great.

I don't have that many flaws.

I'm just describing you,

Master Chu.

Well, if one day, I'm gone,

will you still enjoy playing Go?

Of course.

You'd been asking

many weird questions recently.

I just wanted to prove something.

What is it?

Nothing.

Don't leave it unfinished.

Tell me.

I'm just messing with you.

That's enough, let's go home.

-I'm tired. -Are you done?

I can't go on.

It's too tiring.

One day, we'll try the real thing

so you can experience the thrill of riding a bicycle.

-Really? -Yes.

-Pinky promise? -Pinky promise.

It's nothing. You're so happy

over nothing.

Come in.

Good morning, Master Yu.

No.

I can't address you that way anymore.

Why are you here so early, you geezer?

I'm getting old. I don't sleep well.

At this age,

we barely get any sleep.

Are you really going to retire?

It's time to leave it to the young ones.

You should at least

win the games you lost.

It's not too late then.

That is not necessary.

Even if you do,

you should retire with a bang.

Others would complain you're too old

and useless.

I played a few games recently

and was enlightened.

Actually, a long time ago,

I could no longer play.

It's time to take a break.

Sure. Go ahead and retire.

An old geezer like me

will have to fight alone.

-Fang Xu. -Mr Fang.

Netizens say you don't deserve

the title of Meijin. What do you think?

Some say you bore grudges against Yu Xiao Yang.

-Is that true? -Of course not.

You didn't visit Yu Xiao Yang at the hospital during the tournament.

Don't you think

it's a little callous?

-No. -You'd never won a title.

Is that why you bore grudges towards your master?

You spent all these years on promotional events,

facing such a gap in strength, is that why

you chose to play against him when he's unwell?

Can we assume that you alone refused to postpone the competition?

No, please excuse me.

Mr Fang.

Mr Fang.

When did you arrive? What do you want?

-The car keys. -Mr Fang.

Please respond, Mr Fang.

Mr Fang.

Senior.

Why did you come?

Let me take you somewhere.

Do you still remember this place?

Both of us enjoyed playing Go here when we were young.

Although I was your senior,

I'd lose all the time.

I would never admit defeat.

I always thought I would win the next game.

Senior.

I just wanted to win.

If I knew my master would retire,

I would have postponed the game.

Was my victory

dishonourable?

I came today

to congratulate you.

I thought

you'd always looked down on me.

Back then, I couldn't understand

why you'd waste your time and effort on making a name for yourself.

I found it meaningless.

However, the Go website you established

created a platform for more Go enthusiasts to play.

The club you founded

provided more opportunities to the young players.

Based merely on the achievements,

I admire you.

You're the youngest ninth-dan in all of China.

I'm only at the fifth-dan.

Based on abilities,

I admire you as well.

Whether it was postponed or not,

I believe you'd win anyway.

Besides,

you won the game rightfully.

I didn't expect

the person who has never respected me

would be the only person on my side.

I believe

you deserved everything you achieved.

[Xiao Yuan Jie, Shi Guang]

[Three Squirrels Cup]

We're finally going home. Let's pack up.

Xiao Liang, wash this clean.

I know apples are your favourite.

Thanks, dad.

Why are you acting so awkward?

Xiao Liang.

Do you have practise this weekend?

No.

Well, spare me the time.

Let's head out of town

-for a short trip. -Sure.

Ask Fang Xu to come long.

Dad, are we going on a holiday?

-Are you unwilling to? -No.

Well, I think

the last time we went

was when I was around 4 to 5 years old.

I see.

From now on, I've plenty of time

to go on trips.

We should go on trips more often.

Ming Xian.

On the way home,

don't forget to buy a bottle of wine.

You have not recovered. You're not allowed to drink.

I wanted a sip for a long time.

You should wait until your body recovers.

Look at your father.

It's been so many years.

Thank you.

Hey.

Our kid is here. Don't be cheesy.

Son, let's pack up and go home.

Let's pack up.

We will go home after this.

Chu Ying.

I think I'm getting it.

What is it?

The feeling as if the pieces

would come alive during a game.

As if they're moving on their own.

That's because of the special training I've given you.

Why is it so hard for you to compliment me?

Hello, Hou.

[I watched the match today.]

[It was pretty good.]

Thanks.

[I made you a promise before this.]

[If you perform well,]

[I'll let you compete in the Go League.]

[Hence,...]

What is it?

What did he say?

[In the next Go League,]

[I'm making you the third player.]

Really?

Awesome.

Bye.

What did Xu Hou say?

He wants me to enter the Go League this time

and I'm going as the third player.

Just the third player?

It's not bad.

It's good enough for my

first participation in the Go League.

Xiao Guang.

Can you discuss with Xu Hou

to pass the lead to you?

Are you out of your mind?

I'm afraid I'll not be able to watch you play as the lead.

Fang Xu, you're here.

Madam.

Your master is over there.

Go ahead.

Master.

You're here.

Senior.

Xiao Liang.

Go and help your mother out.

All right.

Master.

I...

Have a seat. Come and fish with me.

Okay.

The fish took the bait.

You're quite an amateur in fishing.

You're inexperienced.

I rarely fish.

Fishing

requires a lot of experience.

However, some things don't work no matter how experienced you are.

I know you're here to find out

the reason I decided to retire.

I'd been thinking

about retiring for a long time.

I made this decision

after my match with Chu Ying.

Chu Ying defeated me,

but I felt a sense of relief instead.

I finally understood why.

Previously, whenever I played,

I'm bounded by the fear of losing.

I wasn't happy.

From now onwards,

I want to pursue the joy of playing Go

instead of the joy of winning.

After retiring,

I'll still continue to play.

However, the future

depends on you.

But Master,

I'm not prepared.

You told me before this.

You'd like to handle two things at once.

I didn't believe you could,

but you proved yourself.

You did it

and you did great.

It took the bait again. Here.

You mustn't let it go this time.

Be patient.

Balance both sides.

Both left and right?

Yes.

Xiao Liang.

You'd always wanted to

know why dad retired.

Have you asked him?

Pull the rod.

Not so hard.

It's too difficult.

It's fine.

I already found the answer.

Put it on top.

[Mu Qing Chun, Shi Guang]

Mu Qing Chun?

Is he the number one

player of Group B?

In my opinion,

he probably gave up

because he was afraid of you.

You must be the legendary Shi Guang.

I finally got the pleasure to meet you.

Do you know me?

Everyone knows who you are.

You're the dark horse of the grading tournament, known for your ogeima.

It seems the entire world is focused on you.

Not exactly.

-Well, to me, -Actually,...

you're just

a nobody.

Nobody?

You should be careful.

If you'd compete with me using elimination methods,

you will lose.

The winner isn't decided yet.

Give it a shot then.

Why are you here?

I was against a guy named Yue Zhi.

He's pretty good.

I was forced to surrender during mid-game.

How did Mu Qing Chun play?

His opponent is

one of your acquaintances.

Shi Guang?

Yes, they are playing right now.

Who is in the lead?

I didn't pay attention when I left.

I couldn't tell either.

I lost.

Do you know why you lost?

You're not playing your own game.

You're imitating someone else.

Bai Zi Qiu might know his way around,

but you'd never figure it out.

What a load of rubbish.

It's because Xiao Guang didn't perform well this time.

If you continue to play like this,

you're going to be a copycat all your life.

You'd never develop your own style.

You'd never win by

employing tactics of others.

They are not just anyone's,

they are mine.

Shi Guang.

This is the list of challengers for the first round of Go League.

Study it at home.

Xiao Guang.

He's in such a horrible mood after losing a match.

It's a small world.

I went against him again.

Mu Qing Chun has improved,

but he's not meticulous enough.

In the next match,

try your best to delay the game.

Take the offensive during the endgame.

The possibility to win is higher, do you understand?

Yes. You told me many times.

Do not listen to what he said.

The tactics we employ aren't old or outdated.

You mustn't change the formation hastily.

-Promise me. -I promise you.

As long as you employ my tactics

and play accordingly,

you will become the best player.

What about my way?

Your way?

It doesn't matter whose way it is.

It's always been like this. There are no differences.

You insist that I imitate you.

I'm not a duplicate of Chu Ying.

You're unable to defeat me with your abilities.

What?

I said,

in your lifetime,

you'll never be able to defeat me.

Without me, you can't even lift a single Go piece.

Chu Ying.

I'm afraid when I'm gone,

you'd make the same mistakes again.

Why do you keep saying you'll be gone?

If you're trying to scare me,

it's not going to work.

Hello, Mum.

-[Shi Guang.] -I'm in the middle of a practice.

[Hurry over to Grandpa's place.]

[Your grandpa is...]

[Dad.]

What happened, mum?