Back to the Past to Become a Fishing King-Chapter 614 - 356: Textbook Case of Crushing One’s Spirit Through Murder (Part 2)

Complaining to the referee would definitely affect his own fishing, losing his rhythm. Trying to adjust back would significantly impact his performance.

So what did Zhang Yang do? After finding a way to catch fish, he secured his score, making sure his position was stable for this match. Then, he intentionally began to provoke Wang Maoqing.

Wang was already upset seeing Zhang Yang catch fish, and his mind was consumed by thoughts of that ten thousand yuan bonus. Provoked by Zhang Yang's clumsy taunt, he instantly lost his temper.

This was perfect—big bobber, heavy sinker causing disturbance, insults to neighboring anglers—his actions and motivations were all there!

"Now, based on the related clauses of freshwater angling competition rules, I am imposing a penalty on you according to regulations!

In the competition, maliciously interfering with neighboring anglers and insulting others! Your final score will have one valid fish deducted! A serious warning is issued! If this happens again, you'll be immediately expelled from the competition venue, and the misconduct will be reported to the CAA headquarters!"

"I... I didn't! I object!" Wang Maoqing, hearing this, was immediately displeased.

A serious warning is not just a light reprimand. With this on his record, the participation points for this preliminary round couldn't be awarded!

In a high-profile match like the Fishing King Cup preliminaries, participation points are much higher than in regular Category Four competitions. After eight rounds, a total of fifty points are awarded. For anglers chasing competition points, fifty points are significant. In a regular Category Four competition, even a fifth-place finish only nets fifty points!

"If you have any objections to the referee's decision, you can appeal to the competition arbitration panel within 30 minutes after the match ends, with a submission of five hundred yuan arbitration fee. If your objection is verified, the fee will be returned. If it's rejected, the fee is non-refundable!" the referee promptly added a reminder about the objection arbitration process.

Wang Maoqing stopped shouting. He knew the referee had explained the disciplinary process and the objection channels to him. 𝒇𝙧𝙚𝓮𝙬𝙚𝓫𝒏𝓸𝓿𝓮𝒍.𝓬𝙤𝓶

If he continued to make a scene, and the referee took it seriously, there might be another warning. With two penalties combined, he could be directly expelled from the competition.

"Fine, I'll wait for arbitration after the match!" Wang Maoqing grudgingly muttered.

Throughout the disciplinary process, Zhang Yang maintained a faint smile. Only when the referee walked away did he return to his normal expression.

He glanced at his watch; there were 17 minutes left until the end of the match.

Zhang Yang picked up his rod again and cast to a spot directly ahead.

The double-hook bait dipped in special attractant was still remarkably effective.

Near the bottom, "poof," another small bite!

Zhang Yang struck, hooking another fish!

"Tsk, tsk, another one caught! Oh..."

Zhang Yang murmured softly, shaking his head with an almost regretful tone.

"..." Wang Maoqing, who had just calmed down, almost flared up again, but managed to suppress it with reason, giving Zhang Yang a deep look but saying nothing!

"Tsk, tsk, tsk! Even if the match ends, a fish will still be deducted. If I recall correctly, some people haven't even started casting!

Zero catch, plus a deduction, leaves the eighth match score at negative one fish. This score can be called unprecedented! Tsk, tsk, tsk!" Zhang Yang muttered under his breath again.

"Damn..." Wang Maoqing had barely started speaking when he covered his mouth. Close call, almost cursed out again! Another outburst, and he could be expelled!

Seeing the other party calm down, Zhang Yang realized his last chance was gone. He gave him a dismissive glance and focused on fishing again without provoking further.

What does it mean to defeat someone emotionally? Zhang Yang just gave a textbook example!

Isn't someone fond of exploiting rules? Then I can play by the rules with you, too.

I murmur softly such that others can't hear, and maintain perfect emotional control.

And you? Angry enough that you can't hide it, exposing yourself. Once there's evidence, I'd report immediately without hesitation.

The entire process was meticulously planned, integrating escalation of emotions, evidence collection, and fabricating charges—all executed seamlessly.

In the last few minutes, Wang Maoqing stewed in anger with nowhere to vent it, while Zhang Yang leisurely cast a line at different spots, pulling up a fish every so often. By the match's end, he had 18 fish in his basket.

"All competition anglers, please note, there are only five seconds left until the final match ends. After the whistle sounds, everyone please stay at your angling positions to wait for the staff to weigh your fish. Countdown, five, four, three, two, one! Competition over!!"

The sharp whistle sounded, and Zhang Yang put down his fishing rod.

The last match was over. Zhang Yang, unfazed, flexed his wrist and neck before slowly packing up his fishing gear.

Although the scores hadn't been tallied yet, Zhang Yang was confident he had set a new record.

In the Guangwei Fishing King Cup preliminaries, he became the champion with a staggering total score of eight points, achieving one point in all eight matches!

And Wang Maoqing?

He didn't catch a single fish. His plan to disrupt for a reward failed, and he left with a serious warning, not even earning participation points.

It's safe to say, he lost out completely and gained nothing but frustration!

"Tsk, tsk, tsk, want a smoke, buddy? Have one?" Zhang Yang organized his fishing lines and bobber, pulling out a pack of Dajie cigarettes from his pocket.

No smoking was allowed during the competition, but now that it was over, no one would mind.

Wang Maoqing looked at Zhang Yang with a stony expression, his gaze still simmering with unresolved anger.

"What's up? Seeing your expression, still holding onto that anger? Got any ideas?" Zhang Yang didn't even offer, simply lighting a cigarette for himself.

"Damn!" Wang Maoqing was silent for at least three seconds, finally blurting out a dry "damn."

"Hahaha! Is this helpless rage? You can't fish better, and I doubt you'd fare well if we physically fought. Don't you think?" Zhang Yang continued taunting, testing the guy's limits.

Wang Maoqing took a deep breath, not even retrieving his main line, just pulling the bobber off, stuffing it into the bobber box, hurriedly bundling up the main line, and swiftly packing his gear without waiting for his final score, leaving the fishing spot in large strides.

According to competition rules, even an empty-handed contestant needs to confirm their score, as it's proof of participation in all eight matches for points.

But with the penalty on his record, there were no participation points to attain. Lingering longer proved pointless.

Watching Wang Maoqing walk away, Zhang Yang's smile slowly faded, his mind wandering elsewhere.

After a short while, the referee walked over with a young colleague.

"The neighboring angler forfeited?"

"Yeah! He received a warning and couldn't get participation points! Staying would just waste time!" Zhang Yang grinned.

"Pretty impressive! Even with such challenging fishing conditions, you caught so much?"

"Heh, heh, just luck!!" Zhang Yang laughed it off.

"Looking at your results, you must have secured a spot for sure! Angling experts like you are rare in the country! If you're free, why not join my colleagues from the referee team for drinks tonight, get to know each other?"

After seeing Zhang Yang's catch in the last match, the referee's attitude towards him completely changed.

I've said it more than once: strength earns respect.

A record of one point in all eight matches isn't something just anyone can achieve! Besides favorable conditions, the technical skill required from the angler is exceptionally demanding.

An angler with such skills, their level of technique is quite terrifying. Today's one-point-per-match achievement may mark them as the new Fishing King in the finals. While the opportunity exists, it's wise to meet them, making sure to remember each other's faces along the way.