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Chapter 47: Fishing for the Miraculous Fish Once More, the Golden Loach
Chapter 47: Fishing for the Miraculous Fish Once More, the Golden Loach
The old doctor looked at Lu Qing with eyes as if he were beholding a priceless treasure.
He was both excited and astonished.
"Master?" Lu Qing called out, feeling perplexed by the intensity of his gaze.
The old doctor snapped back to his senses; after all, he was an Internal Organs Realm cultivation expert, and he quickly composed his expression. However, he couldn't conceal the excitement in his heart.
"I never expected that you, Qing, would have such talent in martial arts cultivation. I must admit, I underestimated you." The old doctor sighed.
"The state you entered during your practice yesterday, if I'm not mistaken, is probably the enlightenment that all martial artists yearn for."
Only enlightenment could explain how Lu Qing had managed to master the Self-Nurturing Fist to such a degree in just one night.
"Enlightenment?" Lu Qing thought for a moment and realized that his cultivation with his special ability was indeed similar to enlightenment.
The only difference was that he could actively enter this state of "enlightenment" multiple times.
"Yes, enlightenment," the old doctor confirmed. "According to legends, enlightenment is an incredibly wondrous state of enlightenment."
"Once one enters this state, it's as if they've been blessed by the heavens. Their minds become incredibly sharp and agile, and they can quickly master anything they set their mind to, making connections and understanding things with ease."
"However, it's incredibly difficult for ordinary people to achieve enlightenment."
"Take martial arts cultivation as an example. Typically, only those with extraordinary innate talent for martial arts, or those with deep foundations and extensive accumulation of martial arts knowledge, can, after long periods of hard work and sudden breakthroughs, catch a glimpse of this mysterious state."
"The fact that you were able to learn the first nine forms of the Self-Nurturing Fist in a single night clearly indicates that you entered the state of enlightenment yesterday, even if unintentionally."
"Master, does that mean I have considerable talent in martial arts cultivation?" Lu Qing asked.
"You have exceptional talent!" the old doctor emphasized. "Being able to achieve enlightenment during your first attempt at cultivation—I, your master, have never encountered such martial arts talent in all my years."
It seemed that his performance had left a deep impression.
Sensing his master's excitement, Lu Qing nodded to himself.
He had, of course, intentionally displayed his "martial arts talent" in front of his master.
After all, with his special ability, his progress in martial arts cultivation would undoubtedly be swift.
Now was the perfect time to establish his persona as a rare martial arts prodigy, allowing his master to believe that his progress was due to his natural talent.
This would give him the freedom to continue improving his martial arts prowess in the days to come.
"Since you've already mastered the first nine forms of the Self-Nurturing Fist, we must not delay the refinement of the Blood-Replenishing and Qi-Boosting Pills."
Upon realizing that his disciple possessed such rare talent, the old doctor's heart was filled with excitement.
He immediately decided to enter seclusion and help Lu Qing refine the hundred-year-old wild ginseng into pills.
Lu Qing, who had intended to consult his master about some questions regarding the Acupoint Theory, didn't even get the chance to bring it up before his master hurried into the medicine room to begin the refinement process, stating that it would take at least a full day and night to prepare the pills.
With nothing else to do and unable to assist his master, Lu Qing decided to return home with Xiao Yan and retrieve his fishing gear. He intended to go fishing by the river.
After receiving such a generous gift from the black beast, he felt he should at least express his gratitude in some way.
Upon reaching the riverbank with Xiao Yan, Lu Qing took out his fishing gear and set it up.
Over this period, he had gradually acquired more fishing equipment.
He now had a fishing rod, a landing net, and a fish basket—all the essentials.
Of course, his fish basket wasn't like the ones from his previous life. Instead, it was a large, elongated fish basket woven by an elderly villager skilled in the craft.
Chapter 47: Fishing for the Miraculous Fish Once More, a Golden Loach
Lu Qing selected the miraculous fish spot for his fishing expedition. As he gazed at the dense white light rippling on the water's surface, he nodded in satisfaction.
This was his first visit to this spot since he had caught the Red Moon Carp.
The fishing conditions here seemed favorable, as the white light radiating from the fishing spot was still intense.
Unlike the small fish spot that had been overfished by the villagers and had lost its luster, he wondered when it would recover.
Because of this, the villagers' enthusiasm for fishing had diminished significantly.
After all, they lacked Lu Qing's ability to easily locate fishing spots.
When they ventured out to find their spots, their yields were often meager.
As a result, aside from those who genuinely enjoyed the activity, most villagers had stopped coming to the river to fish.
With all his preparations in place, Lu Qing plucked a few Blood Apricot fruits from the tree, hung one on the hook, and waited quietly.
Indeed, he had come here to see if he could catch another miraculous fish after such a long time.
While Lu Qing quietly fished, Xiao Yan entertained herself by playing with a bamboo dragonfly under the tree behind him.
She had grown accustomed to accompanying her brother on his fishing trips, and she could amuse herself while he focused on his hobby.
Lu Qing chewed on a blade of grass as he patiently watched the float.
Time passed, and there was no movement from the float, but he remained calm and patient.
As an angler, one had to possess this level of patience; otherwise, there would be no point in fishing.
After some time, a slight ripple appeared around the float, and Lu Qing smiled as he saw the slight tremors.
Finally, some action!
He gently placed his hand on the rod, ready for any movement.
From his previous fishing experiences, he knew that the giant fish in this world liked to launch surprise attacks.
As expected, just as he touched the rod, the float suddenly sank into the water. Lu Qing quickly lifted the rod.
A strong force transmitted through the rod.
"I've got a bite!" Lu Qing exclaimed, his face lighting up with excitement.
The powerful pull indicated that he had hooked either a large fish or another miraculous fish.
Now began the battle of strength between Lu Qing and the fish.
Drawing on his extensive fishing experience, Lu Qing skillfully reduced the force.
After playing the fish for a while, he deduced that this catch was neither a Blue-Armored Fish nor a Red Moon Carp.
The way this underwater creature exerted force was entirely different from those two species.
It relentlessly burrowed in one direction toward the bottom, determined to break free.
However, now that it was hooked, Lu Qing wasn't about to let it get away easily.
During this period, he had further upgraded his fishing rod.
Aside from the line, which was still made of snow silk, he had replaced the rod and hook with new, sturdier ones.
Not to mention, his physical condition had improved significantly since he started practicing the Self-Nurturing Fist.
If his frail self from before could catch a Red Moon Carp and a Blue-Armored Fish, then surely his strengthened self would be up to the task.
As expected, after a fierce struggle, the fish beneath the water eventually tired and lost its strength.
Just as the fish surfaced, Lu Qing scooped it up with his landing net.
However, when he got a clear look at the fish he had just caught, he paused in surprise.
It was a creature about two feet long and as thick as two or three fingers, with a golden body resembling a loach.
(End of Chapter)
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