The Top Fishing
Chapter 230 - 152: Big Fish Surfaces_5

Chapter 230: Chapter 152: Big Fish Surfaces_5

Under Brother Feng’s guidance, several people arrived at the restaurant’s private room in the small building.

It was evident that a lot of effort had been made to tidy up the place, and the interior decoration was very impressive, with decor and furniture that could rival upscale hotels in the downtown area.

Through the meal and casual conversation, Lin Yang gained a preliminary understanding of the place they were visiting and the industries under Brother Feng’s management.

Rather than calling this place a mountain reservoir, it would be more apt to describe it as a black pig breeding base.

The entire mountain top had been contracted by Brother Feng, who imported high-quality breeds from abroad and then raised them freely on the mountain. A black pig took at least more than two years from birth to market, with high quality and great taste, and was supplied exclusively to high-end markets and supermarkets in first-tier cities, fetching a handsome profit with a price per kilogram in the tens of yuan.

The small building they were in was prepared to entertain the merchants who came to inspect the site in person, and a special full-pig banquet was arranged for Lin Yang and the two others.

And indeed, the taste was delicious, even Yue’er couldn’t stop the oil from dribbling around her mouth as she ate.

An hour and a bit later, after lunch was finished, Lin Yang belched satisfactorily, "We’ve had our meal and put on some weight, let’s head to the reservoir now."

Brother Feng waved his hand magnanimously, "Let’s go, I’ll take you guys fishing!"

With hearts full of anticipation, Lin Yang and the two others followed Brother Feng’s car as it continued to climb upward.

After about two or three kilometers, the overly smooth mountainous asphalt road reached a gentle area. Lin Yang looked around and caught a glimpse of a corner of the huge mountain reservoir hidden in the mountain gully.

Brother Feng, leading ahead, turned on his indicator and parked in a small parking area; Lin Yang also stopped.

"Here we are, this is our family’s reservoir! How does it feel?" Brother Feng got out of the car and pointed proudly at the vast expanse of water in the distance.

"Wow! Such a big reservoir, this must be hundreds of acres, right?" Li Xiaopeng was exceptionally excited upon seeing the large body of water.

"Almost. I’ve only contracted this reservoir for a couple of months, and it hadn’t been used for decades before that. Let’s clean up and go down for a little tour," Brother Feng declared, leading the way to the reservoir area with a sweeping gesture.

En route to the water’s edge, a specially constructed gravel road made the walk relatively easy, even with Lin Yang carrying a tackle box and rod bag on his shoulder.

This massive body of water, having been untended for so long, must have a good number of big fish, right? What kinds of fish are in the water?" Lin Yang couldn’t help but ask.

"The fish species are quite diverse, with common ones like carp, grass carp, bream, and crucian carp all present. I was told by the previous contractor that long ago, some catfish fry were also released to purify the water quality. By now, they must be about ten years old. As I mentioned to you on WeChat, Master Lin, recently the weather’s been warming up, and the grass carp and bream fishing conditions are good. A couple of days ago, a friend of mine monitored a nest for several days and caught the biggest bream at 47 pounds! Knowing you were coming, I’ve readied the nest again. Look, it’s over there, let’s go check it out first!"

Brother Feng pointed to a slightly protruding area in Hua Jian, leading Lin Yang and the others with brisk steps.

After walking for more than ten minutes, the four arrived at the fishing spot.

It was apparent that the fishing positions had been maintained manually, even paved with concrete blocks to keep the grounds clean even in rain.

Hua Jian was located near the middle of the reservoir, directly facing a route that was frequented by nearby schools of fish—an extremely classic fishing spot.

"Damn, this spot is perfect, a strategic point, a must-pass route. How deep is the water, and the baited spot, do you know?" Lin Yang exclaimed in admiration after taking in the scene, continuing his inquiry.

"The water is about four to five meters deep. The baited spot is positioned at the seven-meter two position, which along with the eight-meter one, is ideal for fishing.

See that crooked tree across? Use it as a landmark, and cast right in front of it. What’s more, the bottom of this area is relatively flat. The geographical advantage is exactly as you said, absolutely dominant!"

"Alright then, let’s fish a few rods and test the waters."

After listening to his introduction, Lin Yang didn’t dillydally; he placed the tackle box in position, opened the rod bag, and grabbed the eight-meter long pole rod.

He then proceeded to thread new lines and tie hooks on the spot, getting everything prepared after a flurry of activity.

Li Xiaopeng, too impatient to wait, was already casting his line into the vast expanse of water he had heard holds forty to fifty-pound big bream.

The two adjusted their equipment on either side of the Hua Jian area, immediately readying for action, while Yue’er decided not to fish this time and took out her phone to assist with a live broadcast.

"Brother Feng, what do you normally use here for baiting the nests? Corn or snails?" Lin Yang asked curiously.