At the Kang family home, Ming Mei was watching a soap opera with the old master, discussing between them how the female character was too dramatic, too much of a Mary Sue, and too unbelievable…
The phone rang just as they were deep in conversation. The call was for the old master.
It seemed like the old master was quite familiar with the caller, as the conversation was brief before he hung up.
He said to Ming Mei, "An old buddy of mine wants to play some chess with me. We haven't seen each other for a while, and seeing as he's gone out of his way to invite me, it wouldn't be good for me to refuse. You'll be fine alone here, won't you?"
Ming Mei shook her head, "Of course, I'll be fine. You go ahead. Will you be back tonight?"
The old master chuckled, "Knowing that guy, he's a relentless player. He'll probably hassle me to the point that I can't come back."
"Alright then, if you don't plan to return, give me a call."
"Sure, you go rest up first."
