Back to the Past to Become a Fishing King-Chapter 666 - 385: Familiar Face

The voice from the newcomer sounded unfamiliar to Zhang Yang, who instinctively looked up upon hearing the noise and happened to meet eyes with the person.

It was none other than Liu Wenjun, the Fishing King whom Zhang Yang had encountered several times before in competitions and had even clashed with.

Liu Wenjun, from Z City, a third-level Competitive Fishing Master, won the Fishing King Cup in 2013, and is definitely considered a seasoned pro in the competitive circle.

However, Zhang Yang wasn't fond of his style; previous encounters were just for getting acquainted without any deep interactions.

No wonder the lure of the 1.5 million prize is so strong, even attracting the young Fishing King.

"Hello, Teacher Liu! Quickly, Liu Zi, find a seat!" Zhang Yang's demeanor changed swiftly as he stood up enthusiastically and greeted him.

Liu Zi helped by bringing over a folding chair, and Liu Wenjun casually sat down with his lunch box, commenting, "You've got your logistics sorted out well! Even lunch standards are high!"

"Haha, we make do with what we've got. There's nothing fancy in the village, just everyday dishes from the town supermarket! Teacher Liu, who did you come with?" Zhang Yang engaged in small talk with him.

"Just bringing my disciple along for some fun. Big plans here at Kuaishou with a carnival and lots of prize money. Luckily, I got wind of the information early and managed to get a spot. My friend got delayed and couldn't even register!"

"Spots are definitely scarce! I know some of the executives, so managed to get a few spots for the team!" Zhang Yang wasn't entirely sure what Liu Wenjun's purpose was, so he spoke cautiously.

"Oh, don't be nervous! I'm not interested in that!"

Old Liu seemed to sense Zhang Yang's cautious attitude, quickly waving his hands, fearing any misunderstanding.

Zhang Yang gave a slightly forced social smile, "Haha, perhaps I'm a bit sensitive!

Many friends know the carnival is happening here, trying all sorts of connections to practice or get a backdoor. It's made me a bit on edge.

I know you're not that kind of person!"

One line saying you're not that kind of person directly blocked Liu Wenjun's potential response.

Old Liu was momentarily taken aback, then chuckled dryly twice.

"Practicing is definitely too late now! I came here specifically with thick skin to find you, partly because we haven't met for a long time, and I wanted to say hello.

The other reason is to ask you about the actual fish conditions in our reservoir!

After all, we're friends, you wouldn't lie to me!

But with Kuaishou's official side, I can't trust them! Fishing is just like warfare; intelligence is the primary productivity!"

Ultimately unable to hold it in, Liu Wenjun barely laid down a few pleasantries and still asked his actual request.

"You want to know about the fish conditions? This I can definitely tell you. The fish report is accurate!

I personally stocked the fish; the entire stocking cost over 210,000. The density of original fish in the reservoir matches the density in the announcement, and considering natural growth and reproduction, the actual density is even slightly higher!" Zhang Yang responded openly.

"No added water?"

"Correct, no added water!" Zhang Yang nodded solemnly.

"Good, hearing you say this gives me clarity!

One more question, do we feed the fish at this reservoir regularly?"

"This was previously a live-stream fishing base I contracted, apart from a small amount of bait during live streams, there's no regular feeding!"

"Alright, alright! Getting this from you gives me a clear idea!"

Liu Wenjun nodded repeatedly, after asking these two key questions, he didn't inquire further about the competition.

In the next twenty minutes, everyone at the table felt slightly tense.

They didn't know Liu Wenjun, only Zhang Yang engaged in non-essential chit-chat. The meal took about half an hour; after filling up and getting the intel he wanted, Liu Wenjun greeted them and left.

After Liu Wenjun had gone far, Han Mocheng eyed his departing figure and asked, "Chief, you know Liu Wenjun too? He's the Fishing King, quite impressive!"

Zhang Yang smiled, "We've only met a few times, since his hometown is Z City, neighboring our W City, you can see him at some small competitions! Seems warm, but not someone I know well!"

"Boss, what was Master Liu here for, trying to get close?" Liu Zi asked somewhat belatedly.

Zhang Yang shrugged, "What else could he be here for, gathering intel, of course!

This is the professional quality of anglers, using any opportunity to actively collect all information about competition fish conditions, and then integrating these intel resources for practical use!

I guess, he fished all morning, probably has his judgment about the fish conditions, just came to verify with us to confirm his judgment."

"Should I, in the afternoon when I'm free, go and keep an eye on him?" Xiaobao asked.

Zhang Yang shook his head, "No need! You don't need to run around, just watch the competition seriously!"

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Meanwhile, after leaving Zhang Yang, Liu Wenjun strolled over to another table.

Though Old Liu claimed he was the only one registered, in truth, more than just Liu Wenjun was participating in the competition.

"Brother Liu, how did it go? Did you ask? What did Zhang Yang say?" Nearby, a twenty-seven or twenty-eight-year-old young angler, Yu Kai, looked up and asked Liu Wenjun casually.

Old Liu nodded, "The information Zhang Yang gave me is very certain, I reckon it's quite reliable. From my friends, I found out that this reservoir was contracted by Zhang Yang a long time ago, always used as a live-stream fishing venue.