No matter the size of this fish, the nest was completely ruined by the tug-of-war and the escape.

Just looking at the water surface around the nest, with a swish, it startled a spray of water,

From the water surface, you could vaguely see at least five or six ripple patterns moving away from the nest in all directions.

Zhang Yang was stunned by Xiao Hui's unexpected fish escape, shook his head helplessly, and didn't speak.

Brother Cheng, who was more familiar with Xiao Hui, immediately started complaining: "Alright, alright! Pack up and eat, the nest exploded, no more fishing!

It's your fault, you know, Zhang Yang worked hard all afternoon, but you didn't learn a thing!"

Xiao Hui dejectedly placed his fishing rod on the holder, at that moment, he felt like snapping the rod in two.

No one else is to blame, it's all because his fishing skills were too poor!

Zhang Yang quickly adjusted his mindset and waved his hand in consolation: "If it runs, it runs! It's dark now, let's let them go for today!

The fish are still in the reservoir, there will be opportunities to catch them sooner or later!"

Brother Cheng glanced at Zhang Yang and said grumpily: "You're always so easygoing!

Luckily, I had foresight and caught one from the nest earlier.

Oh, Xiao Hui, you really need to work on your temper, you can't stay calm when it matters.

It's not just about fishing, it's the same with things in society; you need to look through the phenomenon and see the essence, and keep honing yourself!"

...

After Xiao Hui's unexpected performance, today's fishing came to an end, the sky darkened, Zhang Yang and the others tidied up their equipment simply, while Brother Yan carried away an 80-90 cm medium-sized sharp snout fish from the fish cage, and had the cook prepare the freshly caught fish that night.

Despite Xiao Hui's mishap during the evening wrap-up not being perfect, overall, the temporary team of four was quite satisfied with the day's catch.

With Zhang Yang's constant adjustments and attempts, they found relatively reliable methods to create nests and attract fish, and confirmed the presence of large sharp snout fish in the reservoir.

By dinner time, the drinking began again.

Compared to their earlier restraint, tonight's drinking was much more relaxed, everyone shared the same interests and personalities, the evening was spent eating fish, drinking, and chatting, living was indeed enjoyable.

Throughout the entire dinner, Xiao Hui appeared quite downhearted.

The responsibility lay with himself, and he didn't blame Zhang Yang or the others; Zhang Yang didn't mind either.

It's just a fish that escaped and a nest that exploded, everyone who fishes has had fish escape and nests explode, it's not a big deal, just keep a level mindset.

However, what seemed unimportant to Zhang Yang was a hurdle in Xiao Hui's heart that he couldn't get over.

By around nine in the evening, Zhang Yang had finished eating and drinking and returned to his room. It wasn't long before there was a knock at the door.

"Brother Yang! It's me, Xiao Hui!" Xiao Hui's voice came from outside.

Zhang Yang opened the door, glanced over, and asked with a hint of drunkenness: "What's up? Got something to tell me?"

"About the fish escaping this evening, I still feel sorry for what happened. I couldn't bring myself to say it in front of Brother Cheng and the others, so I came to apologize to you personally!" Xiao Hui said sincerely.

Listening to this, Zhang Yang smiled broadly and said: "Okay, if it ran, it ran!

Even if it didn't, it would just be one more fish caught!

There are already three or four in the cage, having one more or less doesn't matter!

Don't worry, I'm quite laid-back, don't stress out! Come in and sit, don't just stand at the door! Want some water? I'll pour it for you!"

Xiao Hui entered the room and plopped down on a chair: "I came here alone, apologizing is part of it, but more importantly, I want to ask you to teach me fishing!

You might not fully understand my nature yet, I've been competitive since I was a kid, and when I set my mind on something, I need to see it through!

If I fall somewhere, I'll definitely get back up from that same place! We've become friends, so you can't just ignore me!"

Hearing that Xiao Hui wanted to learn fishing, Zhang Yang reflexively waved his hand and shook his head: "Learning fishing is fine, I can teach you whatever I know! But let's skip the apprenticeship, I'm too old to take on the role of a mentor!

Besides, I'm not really into the apprenticeship stuff in the fishing circle!

With me, the difference is if you learn a bit more and put in more effort, there's no secret keeping involved!"

"Then tomorrow..." Xiao Hui continued to ask.

Zhang Yang grinned: "It's just practicing hooking and landing fish!

I brought a few boxes of lines with me this time, even if we use them all up, it'll take a few days, if you want to practice, we can start tomorrow!

If you can't learn, just stay a few more days before leaving, the reservoir fish are plentiful, Brother Yan covers the meals!"

"It's a deal!" Xiao Hui shook hands with Zhang Yang with the momentum of alcohol, his grip was noticeably strong, almost painful.

...

Once Xiao Hui left, Zhang Yang stood by the window in silence for a long time.

In his memory, Zhang Yang in his past life had encountered anglers who were serious about their fishing skills and fiercely self-respecting.

Later, these individuals made a name for themselves in the circle, who knows if the wealthy and idle Hui will be able to keep his enthusiasm, and how he'll fare in the future!

...

The next morning, everyone woke up early at dawn for breakfast, then headed to the fishing spot set up at the northeast corner of the reservoir.

Last night's failure at the end affected everyone's mood a bit, but after Zhang Yang packed up, he still diligently added some overnight bait to the nest.

Once they settled down in the morning, there was a clear sign of fish activity and feeding in the nest.

It's worth mentioning that Xiao Hui was true to his word, from the moment he sat down, he changed his previously carefree attitude and really trained earnestly on the technique of hooking fish.