That fisherman's failure was entirely deserved.

The other onlookers could see it clearly: when the big fish left, its tail was sticking out of the water.

It was just a section of its tail, and it wasn't even certain if it was the whole tail, but it was already about the same size as the fisherman.

In this situation, there is basically no doubt about the level of the body still underwater.

"Thankfully, you didn't use any magic on the fish because you couldn't bear to part with it."

If nothing unexpected happens, that guy was probably just playing with you.

If magic was really used, I suspect that this time next year, we might have the chance to come here and burn incense for you or something.

Honestly, my friend, you didn't lose your fishing rod in vain; at least it opened our eyes to something amazing.

There are really big fish in the lake. Many people were quick enough to take pictures and post them to the fishing groups they've joined.

"Brothers, come here quickly! Lots of fish, high quality! Let's go fishing together!"

Other anglers gained something to brag about, onlookers got to enjoy the drama, but only the world of the angler who got hurt came true.

Having lost his fishing rod and failed to catch the big fish he had finally encountered, he was devastated, leaving him empty-handed.

"Big fish, don't leave me, big fish, how can I live without you?"

Lying on the ground and weeping bitterly, this scene is truly heartbreaking to hear and see.

"I will not give in so easily. It's just a big fish. I will definitely have another chance to catch one."

Now, I'm going to go to the shore right now and buy a new fishing rod. I'm going to continue this battle for another three hundred rounds here.

There are many shops selling fishing supplies along the shore, since some of the fish here are even comparable in fighting power to the minotaurs of the old days.

Fishing rods break, and after finally getting a fish, you discover it was intentional on the other side, who slaps you twice with its tail, injuring the angler. These are all things that have happened before.

There's even a hospital nearby that specializes in treating patients injured by fish.

As for his statement that he didn't care about the fish?

Of course, that's impossible. Looking at his expression, it's likely that he won't forget it for many years to come.

It's even possible that you might dream about this fish while you're sleeping.

"It really is amazing. In a word, absolutely brilliant."

Having watched a good show, Bai Yi continued fishing.

While I was watching the play, another fish came up, so now there are two fish in the bucket.

These fish are indeed clever; even without noticing the fishhook on the earthworm, they observed it for a long time.

However, Bai Yi used life magic to maintain the earthworm's vitality, a semi-cheat-like method that still made it impossible for the fish to defend against.

A large fish couldn't resist and bit the earthworm, which was then easily lifted up by Bai Yi.

I put the fish into the bucket, and seeing that the earthworm on the hook was still alive, I cast a healing spell and put it back into the water to use.

"Since you're still alive, I can't just watch your life disappear before my eyes."

Hang in there, earthworm! Our battle is far from over!

This scene is truly exhilarating; it perfectly captures the bond between Bai Yi and the earthworm!

(Earthworm: Feed me peanuts!)

The fisherman next to him, the one who had previously said Bai Yi was just in the beginner protection period, looked at Bai Yi's catch and then turned his head back to look at his own empty bucket.

While one's own failure is regrettable, the success of one's peers is even more heartbreaking.

"Right now, I desperately need someone even more unlucky than me to comfort my wounded heart."

Do such people exist?

Yes, brother, yes.

The fish I mentioned before, the one that baited the pond, was a victim of a scheme orchestrated by a group of fish.