CHAPTER 208: CHAPTER 160: WINTER FISHING AND THE AIR FORCE

Luo De felt like he was becoming an old and undying being.

But in reality, a lifespan like Luo De’s was nothing special in the face of the Extraordinary.

The basic information Linda provided mentioned that the natural lifespan of an Intermediate Wizard Apprentice could reach two hundred years.

It is said that the minimum a formal Wizard can live is five hundred years, and with the help of various potions and Extraordinary items, they can live to over a thousand years.

Luo De was still far from that.

He hadn’t even crossed the threshold of an Intermediate Wizard Apprentice.

The progress of Luo De’s Extraordinary Lord entry was currently at 12%, and he had just started absorbing the other three Spirit Gems.

The main issue was the stinging sensation that was quite uncomfortable, so Luo De left it for last, progressing slowly.

Taking advantage of having time now, Luo De took one out to absorb slowly.

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...

"Lord Otto is ready, we can cast the net at any time."

Luo Fei ran over to report.

Due to Uss’s influence, Luo Fei had also changed jobs, becoming Otto’s assistant, and usually did some supervisory work.

"Wait a bit longer."

Otto said softly.

He glanced at the tent, "The Lord is still resting."

The first net of the winter fishing needed to start under the Lord’s witness.

Previously, this was exclusive to the town mayor, but now it naturally belonged to Luo De, the Lord.

"Alright then."

Luo Fei was a bit helpless, "I’ll let everyone keep herding the fish then."

As soon as Luo Fei finished speaking, Luo De walked out from the tent.

"No need to wait, let’s start."

"Yes, my lord."

Otto immediately responded respectfully, enthusiastically calling out,

"This way, please."

Otto guided the way, leading Luo De to the hole in the ice.

Seeing Luo De arrive, the nearby slaves immediately bowed to pay their respects.

"Prepare to pull the net."

With Otto’s command, the slaves quickly picked up hammers to smash the ice at the net opening.

In the deep winter cold, the ice formed faster than imagined.

"Hold on a moment."

Luo De suddenly spoke, his gaze sweeping over the crowd, asking,

"How many pounds of fish will this net likely bring in?"

"It’s hard to say, my lord."

Otto scratched the back of his head, answering somewhat awkwardly, "Generally, it depends on luck. At the least, perhaps not a single one; at most, we’ve caught three hundred pounds before.

It mainly depends on the number of fish in here."

"Three hundred pounds in one net? That’s quite a bit."

Luo De nodded, pondering for a moment, then his lips curled slightly.

He raised his voice so everyone around could hear clearly.

"Alright, if today’s haul exceeds two hundred pounds, I’ll treat everyone to drinks, and the person who picked the spot will receive thirty pounds of grain."

As Luo De finished speaking, a cheerful cheer erupted immediately.

"Thank you, my lord!"

Everyone couldn’t help but shout with grins, their voices a chaotic clamor.

Frost Leaf Town could satisfy hunger, but alcohol was still relatively rare.

Especially for slaves, who could only enjoy a couple of drinks during festivals.

Luo De observed everyone’s reactions, satisfied as he nodded.

Rewards can really bring life to the activity.

Of course, a bit of fun was still missing.

"But there must be penalties with rewards."

Luo De changed his tone, "If not a single fish is caught, someone’s bottom is going to get a smacking."

"No problem!"

"Feel free to hit!"

"Lord Otto will be unlucky then..."

...

Everyone burst into teasing as all eyes fell on Otto.

Luo De came to his senses, looking at Otto, "Was it your chosen spot?"

"Yes, yes it was, my lord." Otto replied, a little embarrassed.

"Then you’re done for. Prepare for a spanking."

Luo De teased.

Otto had chosen such a fishless hole, and given his luck, this net probably wouldn’t be very fruitful.

"That can’t be."

Otto waved his hands repeatedly, "I saw fish under the ice, at least some silverwhite chubs."

"Then good luck to you."

Luo De said casually, "Let’s cast the net."

"Cast the net!"

Otto shouted, and Luo Fei personally picked up the fishing net and started slowly pulling it up.

The process couldn’t be rushed, or if there were big fish, they might just dart away.

One meter, two meters, three meters...

The icy lake water flowed out from the mesh, soaking Luo Fei’s gloves, but no sign of fish.

"Otto, it looks like your butt is going to bloom!"

Luo De casually commented, causing another burst of laughter.

Otto’s cheeks slightly blushed, and sweat trickled down from his forehead.

He wasn’t afraid of pain, but being publicly spanked was quite embarrassing.

Particularly given his current status, it was especially embarrassing.

Just as Luo De finished speaking, a white shadow appeared in the net.

"Got one! Got one!"

"It’s a bighead carp!"

Luo Fei, pulling the net, held his breath and slowly lifted the net upwards.

"Let me catch it!"

Otto proactively bent down, waiting for the fish to near the surface before clutching it tightly!

However, the fish was bigger than expected, and Otto’s hand slipped, causing the fish to shoot out!

"Don’t run!"

Otto exclaimed, lunging forward to hug the bighead carp!

He managed to catch the fish, but he lost his balance, plummeting straight into the icy hole!

Oh no!

Otto was alarmed! In this weather, falling into an icy pit was a matter of life and death!

Once you go under, there’s no hope! Whether or not you can swim, the cold would surely teach you a lesson!

Just as Otto felt despair, his face already touching the icy water surface, he suddenly felt a powerful force from behind, pulling him up forcefully!

Otto looked up, seeing it was the Lord, Luo De, who had pulled him up.

"In this cold, if you want a bath, do it at home."

Luo De remarked casually.

Nearby, Luo Fei covered his mouth quickly, fearing he might laugh out loud.

Otto laughed awkwardly, quickly bowing in greeting,

"Thank you for saving me."

Otto was still holding onto the bighead carp.

Luo De waved his hand, looking Otto over,

"You should eat a little less."

Standing at less than 1.7 meters tall, yet weighing over two hundred pounds.