Shi Tian proudly ran up to Da Gui Wang, eager to show off. "We are no longer just ordinary Fishermen; we have become the backbone of the Fishermen community! We must always remember that developing and expanding our ranks is an unshakable responsibility!" He handed over a cigarette, trying to maintain a serious demeanor while boasting.
Dragging someone into the fold gave a sense of accomplishment to a Fisherman. Once you reel someone in, sending another one their way is just standard practice.
Da Gui Wang dismissed Shi Tian's antics with a wave. "Isn't it just about pulling people in? Anyone can do that!"
"Xiao Zhi, your technique still needs some work! As your senior, let me demonstrate for you today! Pay close attention!" After taking a jab at Shi Tian, Da Gui Wang scanned the area and pointed at a group of young people who had just stepped off a bus. "Step one: choose your target!"
"Do you see that group of young people? Their eyes sparkle with innocence and curiosity; they are definitely college students. That kind of gaze can't be masked by any three layers of effects!"
After reminding Shi Tian, Da Gui Wang confidently approached the group of students wearing his volunteer shirt. "Hey there, which school are you from?" he asked, guiding them to stand aside.
"We're from the Tropical Ocean Institute! It's just north of here; you've heard of it, right?" A few students were curious about what this volunteer had to offer.
"Not many students studying in Sanya go home for the holidays, right? Why is everyone gathered here to have fun?" Da Gui Wang pretended to jot down notes on his Xiao Ben Ben and casually chatted with the students. "Tropical Ocean Institute? You know Electric Car Guy, right? The professor who takes students fishing in the lake under the guise of practical teaching? That's my Bro!"
Electric Car Guy was quite well-known at their school for taking students fishing, which sparked debates within the entire department for weeks. They even held a debate competition about it, with both sides going all out until it eventually fizzled out.
"Electric Car Guy? Our professor! So that makes you our Shishu?" The logic seemed sound; if he was a brother to their teacher, then calling him Shishu was definitely appropriate!
It was Da Gui Wang's first time being called Shishu. The title made him feel somewhat elated!
"Keep it low-key! Since you're here with Shishu today, let me show you all a good time! Grab your IDs and follow me to queue up for Fishing Rods! This will be your first practical lesson!"
"Every fish you catch this afternoon that meets the size requirement can be exchanged for cash at the Seafood Restaurant across the street or sold to passing tourists! This free benefit is exclusive to you guys!"
"However, I still recommend selling directly; I'll set the prices for you, and they'll be much higher than what you'd get at the Seafood Restaurant!"
As Da Gui Wang spoke enthusiastically, the students lined up and bowed respectfully. "Shishu, Happy New Year!" they said in unison. Each pulled out their phones and flashed QR codes at him. Da Gui Wang was momentarily taken aback—this Shishu recognition seemed a bit premature!
Watching these students' antics made Shi Tian nearly double over with laughter. He recognized them; they had fished together at the Tropical Ocean Institute's lake before.
These individuals were seasoned Fishermen already—professionals even! And here Da Gui Wang was trying to dig a pit for them? It was fortunate they hadn't buried him instead!
Now that they had called him Shishu, he certainly had to give out Red Envelopes! "Da Gui Wang, don't embarrass yourself in front of your juniors!" Seeing them frozen in place, Shi Tian couldn't resist stirring the pot further.
Watching Da Gui Wang scanning each code with a pained expression, Shi Tian couldn't help but feel amused. Just a moment ago, he was so smug! And now, in such a short time, he had fallen into this trap?
"Come on, this is Tian Ge, the owner of Xing Xing Fishing Tackle Shop next door, and also a friend of your professor. You should address him as Shishu!" After finishing with the red envelope, Da Gui Wang planned to divert attention.
"Turtle Brother, that trick won't work on me; we know each other! We've even fished together in the lake at Marine College!" Shi Tian swatted away Da Gui Wang's outstretched hand and turned to the group of students. "Did you all not go home for the New Year?"
"Nope! Electric Car Guy assigned us homework to catch ten different types of fish during the break and record each fish's habitat and habits!"
After a brief complaint, several students surrounded Shi Tian. "Tian Ge, we've been through battles together, right? We just saved up some pocket money to buy a rod from you, and now your prices have gone up! We brothers have our grievances!"
"How about giving us a discount or an internal group purchase price for your poor brothers?"
Looking at the group of students, Shi Tian felt speechless. "Do you really think I can trust you? Can ten types of fish really stump you? Even if Electric Car Guy assigned such a task, taking just two days during the holiday to fish in both saltwater and freshwater would make it easy to catch ten types. The hard part would probably be looking up the information afterward!"
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