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SPY X FAMILY

Guiding Star

CHAPTER XVIII: The Queen 's Power

Anya was walking in long, hurried steps, impatient to reach the main library. As expected, the halls and libraries were mostly quiet. Exams were over, it was the last day of term before the winter holidays, and it was the most awaited day for Anya and Damian for one simple reason: to play a chess game on the last day of term.

Years ago, Anya had found out that Damian enjoyed playing chess, so naturally, in order to befriend him, she had tried as well. Turned out, she was very much not good at it, but Damian was

very

good at thinking of his opponent 's next steps. Which meant that, by reading his mind, Anya won quite often. Usually, the winner could ask for something in return such as a month of peanuts or a rare book.

Among his many talents, Damian was incredibly good at chess, it was something he found relaxing and enjoyable. He had

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