Chapter 117: Raising an Empty Rod
The morning fishing session quickly passed by, and both Lin Yang and Wang Erwen caught over two hundred pounds each.
Of course, today’s morning practice didn’t count, and they weren’t serious yet. It was only after Wang Feng found a more professional catfish reservoir that the two would officially compete.
So for the entire day, both of them fished more leisurely at this "black pit" fishing spot.
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Early the next morning, Lin Yang also received a message from Wang Feng that he had successfully found a venue for their competition.
Qingshan Reservoir is located in Qingshan Town, which, unlike Qinglong Lake Reservoir, charges a high fee for fishing—200 yuan per hour, more expensive than the black pit.
Therefore, relatively few anglers come here due to the high cost.
Thanks to Wang Feng, the boss, Lin Yang and Wang Erwen could fish here for free for a day.
"Master Lin, we’re both fishing for catfish, so there’s no need to sit too far apart. Closer fishing spots attract more fish and result in quicker catches," said Wang Erwen as he set down his fishing gear. "Catfish aren’t spooked by noise in the fishing spot. As long as there’s food, they’ll keep coming in. If we’re too far apart, it will just make it more difficult for the fish to bite."
Lin Yang didn’t object to Wang Erwen’s suggestion, but briskly agreed instead. Today’s weather wasn’t as good as yesterday’s, with a drizzle falling from the morning.
Fishing for catfish is best on clear sunny days, so weather like this is less ideal.