Chess aids in understanding grief.

In Goa, Indian grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi was defeated by Chinese rival Wei Yi, captivating spectators. The narrator’s chess journey began with their uncle’s teachings, emphasizing the game’s strategic nature. After a hiatus, they returned to chess following their uncle’s death, finding solace and connection. The concept of zugzwang symbolizes the complexities of their relationship with their uncle, culminating in an emotional endgame of unresolved feelings.

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