Beachcombing: The beach is full of amazing seafood, but my wife won't let me get out of bed!

Fishing is prohibited during the closed season.

Fish traps are actually a type of net product, and strictly speaking, they are definitely illegal.

I was so busy moving the fish that I forgot about the fish traps we brought back on the boat.

The captain pushed away Lin Tao's hand offering him a cigarette, stepped onto the boat, glanced around, and turned to look at Wu Sui.

Wu Sui did not defend himself, but hurriedly admitted his mistake.

He'd better stand up straight when he gets hit; he's not stupid enough to argue with someone at this crucial moment.

"Comrade, we did indeed set the trap, which is against the rules. We'll accept whatever punishment is due without question."

The captain was somewhat surprised by Wu Sui's quick response.

Normally, when faced with such a situation, fishermen would throw tantrums, plead poverty, and beg for mercy. It's rare to see someone as straightforward as Wu Sui.

"Since you admit it, then follow the rules." The captain produced the ticket.

"Illegal fishing gear confiscated, fine of 2000 yuan. Should I pay on-site or at the bureau?"

"Pay on the spot." Wu Sui took out the money he had just received from his bag, counted out 2000 yuan, and handed it over.

The team leader took the money, wrote out a receipt and handed it to Wu Sui, then waved for the team members to move the cage away.

"Be careful next time, don't use fish traps anymore."

"If you get caught again next time, it won't be as simple as a fine."

"Understood, thank you all for your hard work." Wu Suike politely saw them off.

After the law enforcement vehicle drove away, the dock returned to calm.

With the crisis resolved, Wu Sui called everyone back to the purchasing station to continue distributing the money.

Chen Yang and Wang Dazhu stood still, watching the departing law enforcement vehicle, their hearts filled with rage.

Chen Yang kicked a stone pier on the dock and cursed through gritted teeth.

"Brother-in-law, it's obvious that someone is jealous of us and deliberately reported us."

Wu Gang was also panting heavily with anger: "If I find out who stabbed me in the back, I'll skin them alive!"

Wu Sui folded the receipt and put it in his pocket, then patted Chen Yang on the shoulder.

"Anything that can be solved with money isn't a problem."

He turned his head and glanced at several fishing boats not far away.

"However, this debt must be settled with the right person."

Chen Yang followed Wu Sui's gaze and asked in a low voice, "Brother-in-law, do you know who did it?"

Wu Sui sneered, "Who else could be coming into port at this time, just watching us unload our cargo?"

"Go back and rest first, don't worry about this."

The group packed their things and sailed back to the village.

Wu Sui was not affected at all; it wasn't a big deal to begin with.

Compared to the harvest, a few fish traps and the fines are nothing.

The Wu family was as lively as if it were Chinese New Year.

Chen Xue placed a large bowl of milky white oxtail fish soup in the center of the table.

The broth boiled, and its rich aroma instantly filled the entire courtyard.

"This bulltail fish smells so good, there's not a hint of fishiness."

Wu Gang couldn't wait to fill a large bowl, took a sip, and praised it highly.

Wu Sui threw the cash he had just received from Lin Tao onto the table. It was a thick stack that looked enviable.

"Brother, this is your share of the profits." Wu Suishu handed the money to Wu Gang.

Then, he counted out three stacks of money and pushed them in front of Chen Yang, Wang Dazhu, and Chen Yongqiang respectively.

"Dazhu, Yongqiang, Xiaoyang, you three will each receive 400 yuan!"

After receiving the money, the group didn't stand on ceremony and happily drank the soup and ate the meat.

However, after drinking a few glasses of wine, Chen Yang and the other two became less talkative, and their expressions grew increasingly grim.

Chen Yang slammed his wine glass heavily on the table.

"Damn it, two thousand yuan! Just like that, it's gone down the drain!"

He grumbled and cursed, his face full of resentment.

"Lots of people in the village set up fish traps by the sea, and nobody cares?"

"I know who it is, otherwise I'd smash their head in."

Chen Yongqiang watched as Wu Sui went to the kitchen to ladle out soup, then lowered his voice and leaned closer.

"I suspect it's Chen Fugui. He was standing there staring at us when we were unloading the goods this morning."

"He even went out to sea with Brother Sui before, and he sailed with him."

"Later, his boat was wrecked, and I heard the repairs cost over 2 yuan. He must be holding a grudge against us for reporting him..."

Upon hearing this, Chen Yang realized what was happening and was so angry that he almost slammed his fist on the table.

"Yes, it must be that old bastard. I can't swallow this insult. How about I go and loosen his skin tonight?"

Dazhu and Yongqiang exchanged a glance and nodded emphatically.

When Wu Sui came out again, the three of them finished their meal in a huff.

Chen Yang and Wang Dazhu didn't rest at home; they went home with Chen Yongqiang.

Wu Sui was a little puzzled, wondering how these three had become so close.

Wu Gang chuckled to himself without offering any explanation.

There is very little entertainment in the countryside at night, and once it gets dark, the village becomes basically quiet.

Chen Yang, Da Zhu, and Chen Yongqiang, carrying a burlap sack and a wooden stick, sneaked out of Chen Fugui's yard like thieves.

The three of them squatted at the base of the wall and fed mosquitoes for more than half an hour.

Dazhu was a little nervous and asked in a low voice, "Xiaoyang, are we really going to fight? What if we hurt him?"

Chen Yang glared at him: "What are you afraid of? We've covered him with a sack, and he doesn't know who we are. We'll just hit him a few times to vent our anger and teach him a lesson."

Chen Yongqiang also tried to persuade him, but Wang Dazhu was still a little uneasy.

There was finally some movement inside the house.

Chen Fugui, holding up his belt, yawned and staggered to the corner of the wall, preparing to urinate.

Chen Yang made a hand gesture.

Chen Yongqiang's movements were incredibly swift.

He darted forward and slipped the sack over Chen Fugui's head all the way up to his thighs.

Before Chen Fugui could react, he was kicked to the ground.

Chen Yang rode straight up and started punching the sack.

"Help..." Chen Fugui managed to utter just one word.

Chen Yongqiang smacked him through the sack with a stick: "Selene's mother, if you make another sound, I'll kill you!"

The three of them started kicking the sack repeatedly.

Chen Fugui twisted and turned inside like a pretzel, whimpering, but dared not utter a sound.

Being kicked a few times was nothing, but he couldn't stand being hit by a stick, so he could only beg for mercy in a low voice.

After a few minutes of fighting, Chen Fugui curled up and stopped struggling altogether.

Chen Yang released his grip and pressed in a low voice, "Tell me, did you go to the Maritime Safety Administration to report Wu Sui's boat today?"

Chen Fugui was panting heavily inside the sack, his mind perfectly clear.

That scoundrel Wu Sui, he suspected I was reporting him but didn't even ask me a question before ordering people to take action?

That's incredibly ruthless!

He was so aggrieved, his voice trembling with tears as he cried out, "What am I supposed to report? I don't even know which way the Maritime Safety Administration's door faces!"

Chen Yongqiang poked him with a stick: "Still playing dead! This morning at the dock, you were the one watching Wu Sui's boat. You were jealous of Wu Lao Er's wealth, so you went to badmouth him, weren't you?"

"I'm innocent! I really didn't report Wu Lao Er!"

Chen Fugui was so aggrieved that tears streamed down his face.

"I came back from the dock this morning without even watching you unload the cargo, and then I went to..."

"Where did you go? Did you call to report it?"