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Chapter 35 Fishing
On the outskirts of Dongdu, beside the pond.

The morning mist had not yet dissipated, and the water surface was like a mirror, with occasional ripples.

Takumi Onoue sat cross-legged on the shore, holding a fishing rod in his hand, staring at the water intently.

Rick's voice slowly came from within the consciousness space: "Everything in life contains the principles of cultivation. Fishing is especially true."

"Mastering the art of fishing isn't just about getting food; it's also about engaging in a dialogue with nature. In the process, you learn to wait, to observe, and to seize fleeting opportunities. This is a crucial part of spiritual practice."

Ooue Takumi nodded thoughtfully, and his hand holding the fishing rod became steadier.

"In addition to honing your combat skills, you also need to temper your mind."

“The concentration and patience you learn while fishing will also help you in critical moments in combat and life.”

Onoue Takumi closed his eyes, trying to feel every movement in the water, and a wonderful sense of tranquility gradually emerged in his mind.

The fishing rod in his hand seemed to become a bridge of communication between him and the fish pond.

Suddenly, there was a wave on the water surface and the fishing float shook violently.

He suddenly opened his eyes and shook the fishing rod with both hands, his movements as smooth as flowing water.

Several silver fish jumped out of the water, drew a graceful arc, and fell into the fish basket beside them.

"Aqiao, I didn't expect you to be fishing here alone."

Ishido Soichi's voice could be heard from a distance, and he approached the pond with leisurely steps.

Just now, the store manager's eyes swept over the figure of Ooue Takumi, and he saw him sitting on the shore, holding the fishing rod in his hand, staring at the water intently, with a focused and calm expression, as if everything around him had nothing to do with him.

"Battle Rabbit and the others are about to head to the Heavenly Road. Aren't you going to help?"

Upon hearing this, Oogami Takumi gracefully swung the fishing rod in his hand, and the fishing line drew a beautiful arc in the air.

"They were just going to see Katsuragi Takumi's mother."

His tone was equally calm, but there was a strange undertone in his words: "Manager, you came all the way here to remind me. Did you foresee that they were about to be in danger?"

"I'm just worried that Faust might take advantage of this opportunity to make a move."

Onoue Takumi remained unmoved, not even raising his head: "What a nice weather."

What's going on with this kid?

Why are you talking so lazily?

"So you're not worried?"

"As for me, I think fishing is more important."

Onoue suddenly changed the subject and asked, "Does the store manager know how to fish?"

Ishido Soichi was clearly not expecting such a trivial question, but he quickly put on his usual store manager role, a healthy smile on his face. "A little bit, almost professional level."

"Why don't we try it together?"

Onoue Takumi spoke cheerfully, casually pulling out a spare fishing rod and handing it to Ishido Soichi. "Since you're not in a hurry to go back, why don't we fish here together? We might even catch something interesting."

Ishido Soichi took the fishing rod and sat down next to Oogami Qiao. A breeze blew by, and the air by the pond was filled with a hint of tranquility.

At this moment, Ooue Takumi's voice drifted over: "Fishing may seem simple, but it requires patience and skill."

Ishido Soichi glanced sideways and asked, "Patience and skills?"

Onoue Takumi, wearing a hat, continued, "Yes, patience and skill are the key. Otherwise, if you're too impatient, the result of all the waiting might be disappointment."

Ishido Soichi scratched his head, pretending not to understand. "It seems Qiao is very good at waiting." Hearing this, Onoue Qiao suddenly turned around and showed an unexpectedly cute expression. "Isn't the store manager the same?"

"no"

"That's it."

After this boring exchange, Ishido Soichi shook his head and laughed, his gaze returning to the calm water. The fishing rod swayed gently, the line swaying in the breeze, and the two of them fell silent for a moment.

The pond seems calm, but there are actually undercurrents.

In this way, they fished and talked at the same time. There was a strange atmosphere in the silence and peace by the pond.

After a while, Ougaho Qiao put away his fishing rod, took a look at the few fish in his basket, then looked at Ishido Soichi's position not far away. His basket was full of fish, and the difference was obvious at a glance.

After a moment of silence, Onoue Takumi stood up and walked towards Ishido Soichi.

"Store manager."

"Can you teach me how to catch so many fish? What's your technique?"

As the two looked at each other, Shi Dongsouyi picked up his own thermos cup and drank his customized coffee.
"The first step in fishing is to observe the water's movements. Fish tend to stay in certain places, such as near water plants or under shadows. These are places where they are more likely to relax their vigilance."

Onoue Takumi nodded, looking like he was listening very attentively.

"Secondly, it's about the bait. The bait you used just now was too big and could easily scare off smaller fish. You need to learn how to choose different baits based on the water area and season, and you can even adjust it yourself."

"What about the timing of lifting the rod?"

“The timing of lifting the rod is key.”

Ishido Soichi explained softly, his voice hinting at something. "The slightest movement and force of the float require keen perception. Sometimes, you think a fish has taken the bait, but it's actually just the current. If you misjudge, not only will you not catch any fish, but you'll also ruin the tranquility of your fishing spot."

"The last thing is your own problem."

"If the fish can sense your anxiety, they will move away from you and feel you are a threat. On the contrary, the calmer you are, the more likely the fish will be attracted to you."

These words were Ishido Soichi's true inner thoughts, and Onoue Takumi nodded when he heard them.

Sure enough, this vampire alien is also a professional when it comes to fishing.

"It's time for me to go back."

Ishi Dongsuo stood up and dusted himself off. As a blood lurker, he knew that Faust's ambush on the Tianlu Road had been arranged, and he had no extra time to waste here.

Onoue Takumi remained seated, his hand holding the fishing rod steady as a rock, pondering the manager's words without even turning his head. "Okay, manager, goodbye."

“I hope we’ll have another chance to fish together next time.”

He turned around slowly, his steps light but every step seemed to be measuring something. As for Onoue Takumi, he was completely indifferent.

The lake light reflected the figures of the two people walking away.

Onoue Takumi stared intently at the water, as if he was completely unaware of Ishido Soichi's departure.

As soon as Ishido Soichi's figure disappeared at the end of the path, Ogami Takumi slowly put away his fishing rod.

Amidst the splashing water, his figure blurred like a mirage, and then completely disappeared from the spot, leaving only a few drops of water sparkling in the sunlight.

Not far away, Shi Dongsou stopped and said, "Did this kid guess that I didn't leave?"

A breeze blew by, and the pond returned to calm.

(End of this chapter)