Rui Zhao... Ninth Dan? !
When this title was announced from Shang Chaotian's mouth, there was a slight burst of discussion throughout the ceremony.
But...
The discussion quickly subsided.
Most people in the auditorium may be a little surprised that Shang Chaotian used this title at this time, but they can't say how surprised they are.
Regarding the news that Rui Zhao may be promoted to the ninth level, the Chess Association has already released the news through various private channels, just to give everyone an adjustment process. In fact, many people have heard the news to one degree or another.
Now, although there was a lot of controversy because Rui Zhao suddenly announced that he would no longer participate in the women's competition, it has become a bit confusing for a while whether this plan will be finally implemented.
But as Zhao Tianhou showed her prowess in the final siege and relegation battle, her almost perfect performance suppressed all arguments.
Now that the time has matured again, it is not surprising that Shang Chaotian took the opportunity to present Rui Zhao with the [Best Rookie] award at the award ceremony to have a "double success".
Before the discussion had subsided, the two vice presidents of the Chess Association, Jiao Kai and Xie Minghe were the first to applaud!
Soon, Lei Qi and Zeng Guangwen, who had just returned from receiving the award, followed.
Next came Dai Ran, Ji Qiufu, Cai Shuang, Lang Haishen, Huang Bonan... Most of the chess players and guests present applauded Shang Chaotian's announcement of the award just now, and the atmosphere at the scene suddenly became tense. Reached a small high.
In this warm atmosphere, only Zhaojun stood up slowly and blankly, looking a little baffled.
Zeng Xigou, who had just stepped down, saw that his master seemed to be confused about the situation, so he decisively showed his subjective initiative and took the initiative to run in front of Rui Zhao, leading Zhaojun, who was still a little confused, to the side of the stage and climbed up the stairs. .
Seeing Rui Zhao walking up to him in a daze, Shang Chaotian felt a little funny.
But he also forced to hold back his smile and sincerely congratulated the current undisputed number one sister of Chinese women's Go:
"Congratulations, Rui Zhao!
"You won the regular season and relegation. Their performance in battle was indeed very, very outstanding! This [Best Rookie] is well deserved! "
"Ah...Thank you, thank you! "
The current Zhaojun responded subconsciously, and then as if he finally realized something, he corrected in a panic:
"...Right! That, that, Chairman Shang!
"You just got the wrong rank! I'm not 9th Dan!
“I’m only in the seventh dan now!”
Hearing this, there was a burst of gentle laughter from the audience.
It seems that it is funny that Rui Zhao himself does not know this, and he also seems to be a little cute that the current Zhaojun behaves in such an ignorant manner in such a highly publicized occasion.
She corrected it herself...
Shang Chaotian said to himself with a smile.
Actually, the association had a script for the sudden announcement of Rui Zhao as the ninth dan.
The slightly abrupt "Rui Zhao Jiu Duan" that announces the fashion award is the introduction to this script.
The association planned to promote Rui Zhao to the ninth level, but did not notify Rui Zhao in advance.
What really matters is that Rui Zhao is under the camera, creating this confused and dramatic effect.
If Rui Zhao takes the initiative to correct himself, Shang Chaotian will take advantage of the opportunity to announce that Rui Zhao will be promoted to the ninth grade.
And if Hanhan stupidly fails to understand the situation, then Xu Qinglan will also be the one to praise him.
Of course, if Rui Zhao asks it himself, the effect will be the best.
Shang Chaotian smiled even brighter and said slowly:
"Rui Zhao, I'm not wrong!
"This time you defeated the South Korean tenth champion who had won seventeen consecutive championships in the Nongshim Cup and ended four consecutive championships in the Nongshim Cup. Wang Liu Shixian won the Nongshim Cup for China again after four years! It has greatly inspired the morale of our entire Chinese Go community, and has also set off a wave of Go promotion and learning in the entire society!
"In order to commend you for this outstanding contribution, after voting at the executive committee meeting of the association and at the same time reporting to the Chess and Cards Center for approval!" We have decided to remove [all female players who end the game in the World Go Team Championship, regardless of their The original rank will all be promoted to 9th dan] and written into the "Rank Management Regulations"!
“At the same time, I will grant you the ninth-dan title as an exception!”
As Shang Chaotian's emotional words fell, there was another burst of warm applause!
The media present also set up their machines one after another, and the flash lights crackled. The scene was so spectacular.
At this moment, Rui Zhao finally recalled: Du Weichen had told him before that the association had plans to give her an exceptional promotion to the ninth level.
But at the same time, Elder Du also said that because of the large amount of controversy caused by her no longer participating in the women's competition, the matter had basically been ruined.
So, Empress Zhao Tian, who was focused on chess, had already forgotten about it. It was only now that Shang Chaotian explained everything in full again that Rui Zhao reacted again.
Ah...
I guess it was because I did a good job in the relegation battle and the controversy was much less, so Chairman Shang brought this matter up again...
After Zhaotian finally understood, she blinked. He blinked, but there was no obvious joy on his delicate face.
She was encouraged by the sight of everyone applauding and taking photos for her, but she became more and more calm.
Finally, the applause died down.
Seeing that Rui Zhao still showed no reaction, Shang Chaotian promptly reminded him:
"Okay Rui Zhao, this is the situation.
"From now on, you will use your new As the first female ninth-dan player in the Chinese chess world since the century, she continues to compete in major world Go tournaments!
"At the same time...congratulations again on winning the [Best Rookie] of this year's Siege!"
The Chess Association had fully expected Rui Zhao's lack of reaction. .
This time, in order to pursue the best program effect, Rui Zhao was announced at the award ceremony to be promoted to the ninth level. The Chess Association did not say hello to Rui Zhao beforehand, so it was completely normal for the little girl to be confused for a moment.
But... objectively speaking, this time the award does not require any reaction from Queen Zhao.
Simply go on stage, receive the award safely, say a few acceptance speeches, and then step down with another round of applause from the crowd, that’s enough!
So, Shang Chaotian naturally guided the most dazzling gem in the Chinese chess world to take the next steps.
But he did not expect that the biggest news and surprise at this year's Weijia Awards Ceremony was brewing at this moment...
"...Chairman Shang, please wait a moment."
Just as Shang Chaotian was about to take the trophy and flowers from the concierge lady on the side, Rui Zhao's clear and powerful voice suddenly passed through the on-site audio equipment and resounded throughout the room. Every corner of the auditorium.
"...Eh?"
Shang Chaotian was a little surprised by these short but strange words.
However, Zhaojun, who was still a little confused just now, was already standing upright in the center of the stage, exuding a firm and powerful temperament.
Just like...
One late night in November last year!
At this moment, Shang Chaotian had an ominous premonition in his heart.
He suddenly realized that during the ceremony, the Chess Association might have made a big mistake before taking action without consulting the protagonist Rui Zhao.
But at this time, it is too late.
Words without any hesitation came from the mouth of the current female queen of Chinese Go:
“Chairman Shang, I am very grateful to the association and all the seniors in the circle for their love! I am deeply honored.
< br>“However, regarding the association’s promotion of me to the ninth rank...
“Please allow me to refuse!” (End of this chapter)