Financial freedom begins with fishing

Chapter 31 Seeking Advice

At this moment, the two familiar halos on the water in front of Xiao Kai had already changed slightly without his knowledge.

Although no specific measurements were taken, Xiao Kai observed with the naked eye that the diameters of the two apertures were about one-fifth larger.

The difference is most noticeable with a large aperture, as the aperture area is significantly increased.

Why didn't he notice this change the first few times?

Xiao Kai was completely baffled.

He tried hard to recall the scene of his last fishing trip.

Ultimately, he determined that there had been absolutely no change in the two apertures before this.

Therefore, the only explanation is that the change in the aperture occurred after his last fishing trip.

He didn't know the specific reason, but there were only a few possibilities.

It's either related to the number of times he's fished, or it's related to his catch from his last fishing trip.

Both quantity and variety seem possible.

In conclusion, this phenomenon is definitely a good thing.

After all, if the aperture coverage area increases, the fish-attracting effect will definitely be better and better.

Although the effect is not very obvious now, he believes that as he continues to develop, the diameter of the two apertures will become larger and larger, which will naturally bring him greater surprises.

It's not impossible that one day, this aperture could be developed to have even more new functions.

Regardless, Xiao Kai was very satisfied with the change in aperture.

He tried adjusting the diameter of the small and large apertures.

As before, the maximum limit of a large aperture is the size it appears after being enlarged, while the minimum limit becomes the current range of a small aperture; it remains a nested relationship.

A smaller aperture offers much more flexibility.

The default size is the changed size, but it can still be reduced to the original smallest size, and it cannot be increased beyond the large aperture.

Without further thought, Xiao Kai adjusted the aperture back to its original two-meter diameter and began fishing.

However, unlike last time when I threw the ball down here and it went straight into the net.

Xiao Kai had cast the bait into the water for a full half hour, but still no fish had taken the bait.

On the contrary, the uncle next to him started catching fish one after another shortly after he arrived, catching several large crucian carp weighing more than half a kilogram each.

Although the frequency wasn't very high, it still made Xiao Kai feel anxious.

"Wait a minute, why isn't it working?"

Xiao Kai kept thinking to himself.

He had originally planned that his fishing efficiency would improve after the aperture was enlarged.

Even if we don't expect a perfect combo, there should be at least some activity.

But at this moment, the float in his nest did not move at all for half a day, which was a bit too much and completely inconsistent with his performance of the cheat code during this period!

He had considered the weather as a factor, but why wasn't the uncle next to him affected?

This is clearly related to his fishing method.

After all, he was just a novice who had only been fishing for less than a year, and most of his knowledge about fishing came from his own exploration and the occasional videos he saw online.

In terms of accumulating fishing experience, it only started after I got the "golden finger" (a metaphor for a skill or technique), so naturally I can't compare to those seasoned anglers who have been fishing for years.

Not to mention them, he can't even compare to Xiao Peng.

Watching the uncle next to him keep catching fish, Xiao Kai felt incredibly envious.

He now understands the pain others felt watching him keep making the same mistakes.

That feeling is pure torture for an angler.

At that moment, he really wanted to stand up and ask the uncle next to him for advice.

But the words stuck in my throat and I couldn't bring myself to say them.

It wasn't that he was shy; he just felt it was too presumptuous and was afraid of bothering others.

Just as Xiao Kai hesitated, the uncle next to him turned around. When he saw Xiao Kai looking at him with a hesitant expression, he already had a guess in his mind.

After all, he had encountered this situation many times before, and was no longer surprised by it.

"What's wrong, young man? Is there something you want to say?"

The uncle chuckled as he changed the bait on the fishing hook.

His tone was relaxed, as if he were chatting with someone he knew very well.

This made Xiao Kai breathe a sigh of relief.

Sometimes people are like that; when they don't know how to communicate with another person, as long as that person takes the initiative to speak, they will naturally relax a lot, thus resolving the awkwardness.

Xiao Kai immediately stopped being polite.

"Sir, may I ask you a question?"

Upon hearing Xiao Kai's words, the uncle smiled slightly, casually cast his fishing rod, and then spoke.

"You want to ask why I was able to catch a fish, while you didn't react at all, right?"

"Uh-huh!"

Xiao Kai nodded repeatedly.

Sure enough, experienced people are different; they saw his predicament at a glance.

The uncle smiled again, but instead of explaining directly, he asked.

Do you know what people do when winter arrives?

Upon hearing this, Xiao Kai, though somewhat puzzled, still replied earnestly, "Wear more clothes, go to a warm place, or find a way to keep warm."

"right!"

The uncle nodded, and then continued.

"What about the animals? Do you know them?"

Xiao Kai thought for a moment before saying, "It's probably for warmth, and also for storing food for winter!"

"That's right!"

The man said, "Since both humans and animals try to keep warm, fish will naturally do the same!"

"It's common knowledge that in winter, the deeper the water, the warmer the water is near the bottom!"

"As far as we're concerned, the water level at your spot isn't as deep as it is here."

"So, naturally I have more fish here than you do?"

"this one?"

Xiao Kai smiled without saying a word.

If that were all, he wouldn't have failed to catch any fish.

With the help of a cheat code, he believed that even if the water here wasn't deep, there would definitely be more fish than at the uncle's place; he just didn't know why he couldn't catch any.

"Of course not!" the uncle shook his head and continued.

"What I just described is only the environment. The environment determines resources, but even with the best resources, in this specific weather, especially with the temperature just dropping today, you still need to use some methods to catch fish!"

"Oh?"

Xiao Kai became interested; he knew that what followed was probably the real deal.

Sure enough, the uncle didn't keep him in suspense any longer and continued.

"First, the bait. I see you're still using the same old three types, aren't you?"

Xiao Kai did not deny it and nodded.

Seeing this, the uncle said again, "You've used the right thing. The three old methods are indeed fine to use in this kind of weather. Also, your target fish should be crucian carp, which is also correct."

But you need to adjust the proportions a bit!

Xiao Kai looked puzzled upon hearing this.

Seeing this, the uncle continued to explain.

"In low-temperature environments, fish become less active, especially in weather like today's sharp drop in temperature. At such times, we need to use stronger-smelling bait to stimulate the fish's appetite and get them to bite."

After a pause, the uncle added, "And fishy bait is the best choice!"

"But I see you're still using the fishy-smelling bait combination suitable for early autumn, which is clearly contrary to the current situation. You should use all-fishy bait or live bait; these two types of bait are the best way to stimulate fish to bite in this season!"

The uncle pointed to the bait bag that Xiao Kai had placed to the side.