The Top Fishing
Chapter 508 - 232: Start the Auction_2

Chapter 508: Chapter 232: Start the Auction_2

This person was none other than Suzuki Jiro, who had spent a million on Lin Yang’s catch.

"Lin Yang, what is this?"

The interpreter translated Suzuki Jiro’s words for Lin Yang.

Lin Yang nodded with a smile and pointed to his equipment, "As the owner of the catch, I was invited to attend today’s auction ceremony. Additionally, I’m broadcasting live to show the domestic audience the auction scene."

"Congratulations on such a good catch. Now I somewhat regret returning to Japan a day early. If I had delayed my return by one day, maybe I wouldn’t have had to bother with the auction!" Suzuki Jiro said with a pun.

"Haha, you’re right."

Strangely enough, after the first fish was sold, Suzuki Jiro’s impression of Lin Yang wasn’t as arrogant as it was at the beginning.

This wasn’t just Lin Yang’s subjective feeling after earning him a million; Suzuki Jiro’s attitude towards him had indeed become respectful and docile.

Foreigners respect the strong, and two consecutive big fish hauls had completely conquered this somewhat balding Japanese man.

They hadn’t even returned to their seats when the entrance door opened, and in came two laughing Asian men.

They were both around fifty, pot-bellied and greasy-looking, but upon noticing Suzuki Jiro, they both stopped.

"Suzuki, you’ve come early! I’ve heard that your sushi restaurant has already released news of premium Bluefin arriving next month. What, you want to participate in this auction too?"

A slightly bow-legged and shorter man who obviously knew Suzuki Jiro spoke very calmly, as if they were old friends.

Suzuki Jiro’s reaction was much more enthusiastic: "Xiao Yejun, an auction is a fair and just transaction. If you can come, why can’t I? Who would complain about having too many cards up their sleeve? I intend not only to win this fish but also to invite the angler who caught it to my restaurant as a guest!

Pole and line is the best method for catching Bluefin tuna suitable for consumption, and having the angler share some fishing moments on-site would enhance the dining atmosphere for the customers!

Lin Yang, if I win this fish today, would you like to visit my sushi restaurant as my friend?"

The Japanese came in a rush, and the translation was slightly slow, but Lin Yang quickly understood both parties’ intentions.

It was just a normal business competition. They were throwing verbal jabs at each other upon meeting, trying to boost their morale and attack the other side.

Being invited to Japan to taste this Bluefin was quite surprising to Lin Yang.

Speaking of which, he actually wasn’t very excited about the method of eating sashimi. He neither disliked nor was particularly fond of it.

But at that moment, he noticed Yue’er stealthily tugging at the hem of his shirt, giving him meaningful looks.

Lin Yang turned with an inquiring look, "What’s up?"

"Agree, just agree, and I’ll tell you why later," Yue’er said softly.

"Okay."

"Thank you for the invitation, Mr. Suzuki. I think if there are no scheduling conflicts, I can accept your invitation." Lin Yang agreed.

"You are the owner of this fish?" Xiao Yejun, upon hearing their exchange, turned his attention to Lin Yang.

"Is there a problem?" Lin Yang asked.

"Your youth surprises me! Let me say one thing, nobody knows the final owner of this fish until the auction hammer falls. Jutian Sushi Restaurant has been passed down to me, into its fourth generation, for over a hundred years, and we’re equally determined to win this prized first tuna. If I’m fortunate to win it, I hope to invite you to my restaurant as well. I will cover all the expenses and provide the highest level of hospitality. It would be an honor to make friends with a legendary angler like you!"

"Haha, sure, I can’t refuse such kindness." Lin Yang didn’t outright decline but readily agreed with a laugh.

Now, Suzuki Jiro looked a bit unhappy, as Xiao Yejun had poached a customer right in front of him, and what was worse, the customer had agreed.

However, Lin Yang’s next remark made Suzuki Jiro feel a bit better.

"As participants in such a high-level auction, I presume that both of you hold influential positions in the Japanese culinary world. So, regardless of who ultimately wins, I accept both your invitations to personally experience the charm of Japanese cuisine. Consider this my private commitment to the winning buyer."

"Thank you, Lin Yang!"

"Thank you!"

Just like that, before the auction began, Lin Yang had already become the honored guest of two people.

After a brief conversation, they all took their seats,

and only then did Lin Yang curiously turn to Yue’er and ask, "Why were you so eager for me to accept their invitation just now?"

Yue’er rolled her eyes at him and said, "Are you dumb? This is about upping the ante. What’s the purpose of an auction? Isn’t it to sell at a higher price?"

"Fair enough, and I can also take the chance to taste world-class Japanese cuisine." While saying this, Lin Yang started the livestream.

....

Just like that, in a theatrical twist, Lin Yang had agreed to the invitation to appear as a distinguished guest at the shops after the successful auction. His stance had also taken on a higher significance in the hearts of Xiao Yejun and Suzuki Jiro.

In Japan, where the culture of eating raw fish thrives, consuming sashimi is more than just a simple act of eating.

The highly competitive Japanese restaurant industry has imposed many detailed requirements for the preparation of top quality Bluefin.

For instance, the best Bluefin must be caught in the spring and winter. Only in these seasons is the fat reserve within the Bluefin sufficient to meet the standard and thus become more succulent.

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