There was a brief silence at the table.
Gu Qingcheng has always known that her daughter likes chess.
Moreover, his chess skills were higher than those of anyone present.
But knowing is one thing. Lu Mengmeng is so young now. She has not yet completed the most basic education in school, and her outlook on life and values have not yet been formed.
Gu Qingcheng was worried that something might go wrong if he went directly.
Especially in this era, being able to go to school is already good enough, and parents give too little support to things like interests.
Moreover, as far as chess is concerned, there are only a handful of international competitions, making it even more difficult to make a name for yourself.
Gu Qingcheng was still okay, but Mother Lu was very worried.
She said, "Mengmeng, chess is just your hobby, how can you make it your career? The most urgent thing now is to find a stable job in the future."
Mr. Lu also expressed his objection: "Chess is too difficult to pursue, the competition is fierce, and there is no one in your family who can pave the way for you in this field. You are still young and don't understand the hard work involved."
Mr. Lu’s starting point is more realistic.
The Lu family has plenty of connections in both the political and military circles, so as long as the children develop normally, they will definitely have a good future.
As for the business world, Gu Qingcheng is now exploring it, and I believe he can also pave the way for the children.
Although realistic, it is true.
Lu Mengmeng pursed her lips, but still insisted on her own idea: "I know it's difficult, but Grandpa, I really like playing chess, I want to try it! I don't want to regret it later!"
Lu Shiyan looked at his daughter's determined eyes and felt a little shaken.
He has always hoped that his daughter could receive a good education and live a stable life.
He has always been open-minded and naturally couldn't bear to stifle her enthusiasm.
"Dad, Mom, let Mengmeng try." Lu Shiyan said, "The child is indeed talented. Before on the island, Mengmeng and I found several expert teachers in this field, and they all praised her. We should support the child's dream."
Gu Qingcheng and Lu Shiyan are on the same front.
"Yes, Grandpa, I think Shi Yan is right. Although our family does not have a huge background in chess, we are not easy to bully. Mengmeng can definitely make a name for herself if she continues to develop with her normal strength!"
"If Meng Meng is really bullied during this process, we will not be easy to deal with. We will make them pay the price!"
Mother Lu wanted to say something, but was interrupted by Mr. Lu.
"Since Shi Yan and Qing Cheng have said so, let Meng Meng give it a try."
Mr. Lu sighed: "Our current thinking is really backward! But, Mengmeng, you have to promise us that if you can't adapt, you will come back to school obediently."
Lu Mengmeng didn't expect that her family would actually support her. She nodded excitedly: "Thank you, great grandfather! Thank you, mom and dad! I will definitely work hard!"
Lu Shiyan looked at his daughter's happy expression and felt a little relieved.
Mr. Lu instructed, “Shi Yan, you should start to process Meng Meng’s eligibility tomorrow and see if you can let Meng Meng participate in the competition as soon as possible.”
Lu Mengmeng's eyes sparkled: "Grandpa, can I participate in the competition now?"
Mr. Lu nodded: "Of course, Mengmeng's level, we know it very well, and we are waiting for you to bring back a championship!"
"Grandpa, I will try my best!"
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Lu Shiyan acted quickly and smoothed over his connections that day. He eventually learned that the National Youth Chess Training Camp was located in the southernmost part of Jiang City. The location was relatively remote and it took three hours to drive to Lu's house.
Fortunately, they were in the same city and could visit their child on a regular basis, so he sent Lu Mengmeng to the training camp the next day.
The training camp has two floors in total. The two walked into the house. The mottled red brick walls told of the traces of time. The wooden door creaked and a faint musty smell wafted into their noses.
This condition is indeed somewhat general.
In this era, the country's support in this area is average. We can't even get enough food to eat and are hungry every day. It is really a fantasy to develop a career in this area.
Lu Mengmeng showed no signs of abnormality. The corners of her lips were slightly raised, and at first glance, she even looked very excited.
She pulled the corner of Lu Shiyan's clothes and said, "Dad, let's go! Go faster!"
Lu Shiyan patted her shoulder gently: "Okay, Dad, hurry up."
Lu Mengmeng took a deep breath, and the two, one big and one small, walked into the house.
This is the office where the experts sit.
When I pushed open the wooden door, I saw an old man with gray hair and thick bottle-bottom glasses.
The old man was wearing a washed-out Zhongshan suit with frayed cuffs. He held the pen with thick calluses on his face and wrote casually on the paper.
"You must be Expert Kong, right? I, Lu Shiyan, am here with my daughter Lu Mengmeng to become your disciple."
Lu Shiyan had consulted with Expert Kong in advance, and someone had greeted him, so Expert Kong was not surprised by their arrival.
He narrowed his eyes slightly and looked at the two people in front of him.
The reading glasses on his nose seemed like they would slip off at any moment, but behind the lenses, a pair of cloudy eyes were sparkling with brilliance.
"Are you Lu Mengmeng?" Expert Kong looked Lu Mengmeng up and down with a calm tone.
"Yes, Master, I am Mengmeng." Lu Mengmeng's voice was playful, still as lively as before.
Expert Kong nodded and said, "You look like a good kid. However, although you were recommended by others, I have my own principles when accepting disciples. I will never make an exception just because someone recommended you."
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