Chapter531-The Elder Playing Chess

The two sat opposite each other across the chessboard, neither speaking a word.

They simply stared at one another, an endless exchange of power radiating from their beings, clashing invisibly at the center.

Above them, waves of energy collided and intertwined, forming surging tides in the void.

This intense confrontation persisted for an indeterminate amount of time until, at last, both forces settled into an eerie calm.

"Leslie, your old mentor was truly fortunate to have students as remarkable as you. Now, if you were the one facing this chessboard, how would you proceed?"

The elder scratched his head and suddenly posed the question.

His tone was calm, like that of a kind and wise teacher sharing experiences with a promising student.

Hearing his inquiry, Leslie remained silent for a moment.

She knew that while he referred to the chessboard before them, he was truly asking about her perspective on the current situation.