The once mocking crowd was now showing an expression of incredulity.
As young as she was, she showcased her incredible prowess, which was utterly impressive. The guests erupted into applause, but there was still someone who felt unconvinced, questioning, "How would you fare with the black pieces?"
Surely, victory wouldn't come as easily with the disadvantage of the black pieces.
Rosemary reset the board to the scenario depicted in her painting, this time assuming command of the black pieces. Her explanation was crisp, insightful, and within ten minutes, she had navigated the black pieces to victory.
The crowd clapped, their earlier doubts washed away by the revelation of her skill.
"This painting - it's her own creation. Perhaps some chess master prepped her in secret. I'm not saying that I don't believe her competence. There are a lot of masters here who haven't thought of a solution, while as a young lady, she's able to resolve it in two different ways. How could it be?"
