A game of chess.

Two men shaking hands while staring at each other knowing that one of them would win. It was a game of chess for the world but for Robert Vanke and Adam Messy it was a game for their countries. Robert Vanke, a retired science professor from Serbia was told to play a match against an American, Adam Messy, a famous veteran and retired as professor.

Robert Vanke and Adam Messy were great assets for their country. They used to provide information from such corners of the earth that it felt impossible when heard. They carried important information and sources which led them to have low profile in every aspect. They used to change their identity from time to time.

In 1943 they both met for the first time, in the alliance of British colony in Serbia. Both served as undercover agents and completed every task which was given to them. Even if it was to stand next to death.

They both now retired, living a non-descript life, as if they have disappeared from the world. But they were always in touch with the government.

The reason behind the chess match was complex yet simple as no one knew the truth. A moment came when Robert Vanke and Adam Messy were called together to meet at the BIS (British intelligence station).

Monday evening, both of them reached the BIS. The men had no idea of what was going on. They tried their best to know but they had to wait till the time came. They got to know that this mission was led by General Haydn and General Mark Lane from Serbia and America respectively. They knew that if this information placed in wrong hands then it would cause WW3.

A closed-door meeting told them that they are given a task to exchange such information that would benefit their countries future. After hearing it out, none of them could reject the task and the responsibility.

Serbia and America had a deal of arms and oil resources. Serbia provided oil whereas America supplied them with arms and ammo. The deal between them stayed secret as the governments were having people who would share information with enemy country. If the information got leaked it would also destroy everything that stood in the name of their countries.

Such classified plans need classified people. People on whom the government could rely upon.

Information about the military was as important as oil. Americans would face a decade of famine of oil if they do not accept the deal. Serbia was not ready for cold war. A cold war which could destroy its economy and bleed it dry.

The entire world was oblivious of this partnership. In their mind, America and Serbia do not need any help. But the truth remained between these two countries.

Once again Robert and Adam came face to face but in a different place with a different mission. They were briefed about the whole systematic planning and the idea of how things would take a nasty turn if this all not goes well.

Neither America nor Serbia could afford a traitor. The entire deal to cement the trust between the countries was to take place in the International Chess Championship taking place at Switzerland. A match between America and Serbia.

Robert and Adam in their roles as chess players. The deal between these two countries depended on the game.

Robert and Adam were given the moves according to which they had to play. A set of moves which led to the acceptance of the deal. A deviation in moves meant that the deal is not accepted by the other side.

The exchange of information would be hand to hand in the same place after the match would be played. As the chess competition required ID’s and qualification, these all were provided to them a week before.

The day comes.

The opening match of the competition was between America and Serbia. The court was filled with judges and Ministers among the spectators.

Everybody took seat. General Mark and General Haydn sat next to each. An exchange of firm handshakes and warm smiles. General Mark gave a look to Robert indicating to do as he was told to.

A day before the match, the American agency tapped the phone of General Haydn to know whether he was trust worthy. A last moment check-up. They got to know that Haydn was providing information to Israel and Russia.

It looks like a draw match but this was only between them because the world didn’t know.

Robert played with the same moves as he was told to but the last move was such a checkmate to Adam, which shook the entire country of Serbia.

America won the opening match and saved themselves from the chaos. General Haydn looking nervously at General Mark while he gives him a smile.

How a game of chess can change everything.

THE END

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