"Splash!"
Bai Cang emerged from the water, holding a snow-white carp in his arms, resembling a silver dragon. Its two whiskers swayed slightly, while its tail was crimson like flames.
It was none other than the Red-tailed Dragon Carp!
As Bai Cang burst out of the water, the red-tailed dragon carp struggled even more fiercely, to the point that Bai Cang, whose arms could swing with the strength of thousands of pounds, was struggling so hard that his face turned red.
But this was mostly due to excitement and joy!
This was because the red-tailed dragon carp was much bigger than he had imagined, weighing at least forty pounds, and possibly as much as fifty pounds.
"Anglu! Anglu!"
As it struggled, the red-tailed dragon carp let out a roar that sounded just like a dragon's cry.
Silver light burst forth from Bai Cang's palm, and the ancient Xuanming Heavenly Cold Qi surged forth like the Yangtze River, instantly condensing into a thin layer of white frost on its surface.
The struggle of the red-tailed dragon carp also ceased, as if all its vitality had been frozen, but it did not die.
"call!"
Only then did Bai Cang finally breathe a sigh of relief, tightening his arms around the Crimson-Tailed Dragon Carp with even more force.
If he were to let it get away, Bai Cang felt he would be slapping his thigh in regret when he turned eighty.
"This is... a Red-tailed Dragon Carp?"
"Impressive technique! You actually managed to catch a red-tailed dragon carp?"
"I've learned something new! I have to admit, they're really impressive!"
Bai Cang has keen hearing; even a cry of alarm from a great distance cannot escape his perception.
He immediately became even more smug, his arrogant posture making him want to lift his tail to the sky.
In such a vast expanse of rivers and lakes, it's impossible that Bai Cang was the only fisherman.
Those who can enter the Nine Rivers and Great Swamps are either the chief disciples of the true lineage or the most valued disciples of the Dao Foundation True Man; they are all people with a solid foundation.
The more powerful and influential someone is, the bolder they become.
If Bai Cang can do something like fleecing the True Lord, then they certainly can too.
Especially after Bai Cang transformed into a "fisherman," the number of people fishing in the Jiuchuan marshes has increased significantly.
Everyone just kept to themselves and were only nodding acquaintances.
Perhaps someone did this intentionally, hoping to befriend Bai Cang.
However, Bai Cang neither knew their background nor trusted their character. He was used to being alone. When they met, they would smile and nod at each other, but he always kept his distance from anyone who tried to talk to him.
His aloofness, which keeps people at arm's length, also makes others hesitant to approach him.
After all, no one is without connections, so why should we fawn over someone who doesn't care?
Han Qinhu's apprentice was indeed tough enough, but not to the point that others would shamelessly cling to him.
However, this is a good opportunity to "break the ice" in the relationship.
In no time, more than a dozen figures arrived.
"Good heavens, it really is a Red-tailed Dragon Carp!"
"The last time someone caught a red-tailed dragon carp was ten years ago, wasn't it?"
"That one weighs at most ten pounds, but this one looks to be at least fifty pounds."
"A fifty-pound Crimson-tailed Dragon Carp should be worth at least tens of thousands of spirit pearls, right?"
"A role model for us all, I have to admire him, and I would call him a true master of fishing!"
“…”
A group of fish feeders surrounded Bai Cang, showering him with compliments and exclamations, making no attempt to hide their envy.
Bai Cang held the Crimson-tailed Dragon Carp in his arms, his eyes miraculously shifting to his forehead, adopting an air of "looking down on all living beings," his tail practically reaching for the sky.
"It's just luck, nothing more."
Bai Cang, however, "humbly" said, "Actually, I don't want to fish for it. I fish for leisure and never pursue big fish or treasure fish."
"Unfortunately, my technique doesn't allow it. As soon as I hook it, it jumps into my arms. I can't stop it. It's so annoying."
Hey, stop hugging me so tight!
If you're so capable, give it to us, and we promise we won't mind!
Upon hearing Bai Cang's "common words," everyone couldn't help but roll their eyes inwardly.
However, for a "fisherman", this red-tailed dragon carp can indeed give him a lot of confidence.
Just looking at its snow-white scales, golden whiskers, crimson tail like flames, and its prominent head and horns, it really does resemble a dragon at first glance. Which fisherman wouldn't be confused by it?
"Congratulations, Junior Brother Bai! Congratulations, Junior Brother Bai!"
Suddenly, a clear and melodious female voice caught Bai Cang's attention, "I am Bao Liu below, may I touch your treasure?"
Bai Cang looked up and saw that she was wearing a cloud-patterned brocade jacket with white trim, and a scarlet pleated skirt.
She was plump, with a face like a silver basin and eyebrows like spring mountains.
Her graceful figure, exuding wealth and generosity, swayed and fluttered as she walked, making it difficult to look away at a glance.
"So it's Senior Sister Fang. No problem, no problem."
Seeing this, Bai Cang smiled and carefully turned half of the fish head towards Fang Baoliu.
This person is also a disciple of the Zongguan lineage, and is the chief apprentice of Zhang Yuanfeng, the head chef. He can be considered half "one of us".
Other requests aside, Bai Cang could still grant the request to simply touch his "precious fish head".
It has absolutely nothing to do with her outstanding looks, or her wealthy and generous figure.
Upon hearing this, Fang Baoliu chuckled and stretched out her fair and delicate hand, gently stroking the fish head with a touch of the "Morgan tycoon's" demeanor, which made people's imaginations run wild.
"Hmph! Junior Brother Bai, you have quite the refined taste!"
Just then, a cold snort rang out, "You still have the mind to fish at a time like this?"
Bai Cang turned his head and saw that the newcomer had a cold face and a long sword hanging at his waist.
If he wasn't mistaken, this person should be Zhao Yunlong, the chief disciple of Zhou Ganzheng, the master of the Zongguan lineage.
"It's none of your business how the true lineage operates."
Bai Cang snorted coldly, turned around and soared into the clouds, leaving everyone with only a smug and arrogant back view, even the back of his head seemed to carry disdain.
A muttered word drifted on the wind, causing Zhao Yunlong's face to turn ashen.
"My fun is over! I'll take my leave now; my master forbids me from speaking to such a lousy person!"
Who do you think you are? You dare to point fingers at me?
Upon hearing this, the crowd, who had been glaring angrily at Zhao Yunlong, couldn't help but burst into laughter.
What more hurtful words could you possibly say? That would be utterly devastating!
Zhao Yunlong seemed to recall some humiliating memories, and he trembled with anger.
But Bai Cang ignored all this nonsense. He got lost in the Nine Rivers Great Marshland and wandered all over every corner of it, including more than a dozen towering mountains.
He always asks everyone he meets: "How did you know I caught a 50-pound red-tailed dragon carp?"
In no time, the "reputation" of the number one fisherman of the Heshan Sect spread throughout the entire mountain gate.
Bai Cang did not return to the Moonflower Cave until the moon was high in the sky.
He was already itching to eat it, so he immediately cut off a piece of fish and eagerly put it in his mouth.
A fresh and sweet flavor exploded on my taste buds.
The snow-white fish meat is tender, sweet, and melts in your mouth.
Furthermore, a warm current gently spread throughout the body, transforming into a vast amount of vital energy.
"nice one!"
Bai Cang's eyes lit up. "The most exquisite ingredients often require only the simplest preparation methods. The ancients were truly right!"
The deliciousness of the red-tailed dragon carp exceeded Bai Cang's expectations, but what surprised him even more was the efficacy of "dragon carp sashimi".
This piece of fish alone is worth one-tenth of a Nine-Bend Spirit Ginseng!
Bai Cang's eyes gleamed, and his hands moved non-stop, cutting off pieces of fish and stuffing them into his mouth. Before he knew it, he had finished eating everything.
When he came to his senses, the entire red-tailed dragon carp had been reduced to a skeleton.
Bai Cang's face also turned red, and he couldn't even control his recoil with tactical maneuvering!
Red-tailed dragon carp are mild in nature, but even so, they are still a great source of vital energy, and the amount consumed can be quite alarming.
As Bai Cang exhaled a breath of stale air, he was immediately covered in sweat, feeling completely refreshed, as if he had taken a bath from the inside out.
He immediately sat cross-legged and activated the "Five Aggregates Yin Magic".
As the cool moonlight fell, his cultivation level also steadily increased.
One aperture, two apertures, three apertures, four apertures, five apertures...
After a night of cultivation, Bai Cang actually opened ten profound apertures in succession.
He pushed his cultivation to the level of fifty acupoints in one fell swoop.
As he slowly opened his eyes, the familiar whistling of Xiaoze Golden Sword suddenly entered his ears.
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