CHAPTER 1088: CHAPTER 1069: CALLUSES ON THE HAND DON’T LIE

"Oh dear, in the end, it’s still the old saying of ’more fishing and more practice’!"

Tian Tian heard Yue Feng say this, and couldn’t help but mutter habitually.

"Yeah, if you want to catch good fish, you naturally need to learn and practice a lot, and think while doing it! Once you grasp the underlying principles, when the time comes, everything will fall into place.

Technique is the foundation of fishing, additives and bait, and various external factors might be useful in certain situations, but relying on them alone can’t turn someone into a top master!"

"It seems Xiaomin has truly inherited your skills. I’ve been following the competitions closely lately and noticed that his basic skills have reached an impressive level. He’s definitely been training hard, hasn’t he?"

"Haha, of course! That’s one of the main reasons I admire him!

Xiaomin is the most diligent angler in our club. From the beginning, his training volume has been much higher compared to others. When he injured his right hand, I helped him retrain with his left hand, and now he can execute all the essential technical skills with his left hand too!

Behind his high talent and skill is relentless training day and night. Other anglers might have only a few calluses on their hands. If you get a chance, see the calluses on Xiaomin’s palms; they’ll definitely surprise you!"

"Wow, the way you describe it, I really have to check out his calluses later! It seems there’s no suspense in this round; Xiaomin’s strategy was perfect. I guess he’s once again leading the catch on the same bank!"

"Almost, there are still bites in the spot. There’s less than ten minutes left until the end of the competition! This guy is fishing steadily, and his technical level has improved a bit!"

...

Over ten minutes later, the referee blew the whistle indicating the end of the competition. Many participating anglers put down their rods; Wang Xiaomin also put his down as usual.

At this moment, a voice called out from behind.

"Xiaomin, I’m here to see you again! Congratulations, this round was impressive!"

Wang Xiaomin turned his head to see that it was host Tian Tian, feeling a bit taken aback, wondering why this persistent woman was here again.

"Hello, Sister Tian, thank you!"

"Why so formal with me! I came over for two reasons. First, on behalf of everyone in the Livestream Room, I wanted to ask you why you used such a risky fishing strategy this round!

The second thing is to see your palm! Teacher Yue Feng said your daily training is very rigorous, and your calluses are unique! Everyone in the Livestream Room is clamoring to see them, and I want to see them too!

Let’s put the fishing skills and methods aside, show everyone your left hand!"

Hearing this request to see his hand, Wang Xiaomin wasn’t fazed. He calmly spread open his palm, revealing his left hand.

The camera gave a close-up of Wang Xiaomin’s left palm, and Tian Tian fell silent after seeing it.

This was a hand that looked entirely different from what Tian Tian had anticipated. The back of the hand appeared normal, just slightly darker than average, but the palm’s appearance exceeded everyone’s expectations.

In the middle where the palm meets slightly lower, and the junction of the palm and wrist, thick calluses existed. It was more than just a slightly discolored layer or two of skin; it was layered and thick similar to the calluses seen on martial artists who practice Iron Sand Palm on TV.

"Are these the calluses you got from practicing casting?"

"Yes, after a lot of practice, initially they were blisters, and once they dried out over time, they turned into calluses. The calluses keep growing, and when they get too thick, I sometimes trim them with a small knife!" Wang Xiaomin answered steadily.

"Why are they in these two spots? I’ve seen many veteran competitive anglers who only have calluses on their palms! The spot on the back shouldn’t even be rubbing!" Tian Tian asked, continuing to stare at the prominent calluses.

Wang Xiaomin scratched his head, "Oh, that’s from when I trained using the Fly Kicking method!

In regular competitive fishing, the palm tops the rod handle, generally rubbing the palm! The Fly Kicking fishing method requires more strength, so the grip on the rod is higher, naturally forming calluses above the wrist!"

"No wonder, I get it now!

Brothers in the Livestream Room, is anyone still curious about why Xiaomin’s skills are so good?

Does anyone still think he only has high talent? The calluses on his hands are the best answer to your questions! Does anyone still believe it’s easy to become a master?"

Livestream Room on public chat.

"Whoa!"

"Holy crap!"

"Looks terrifying!"

"I thought my few calluses were impressive, but I never realized a true competitive master’s palm would look like this!"

"No wonder Brother Feng likes Wang Xiaomin so much; after watching this competition period, I like him too! So disciplined!"

Shuimitao: "Hehe, our Xiaomin is the best! Seeing his calluses makes my heart ache a bit!"

"Oh gosh, caught Taozi sis live! If I remember correctly, you’re dating Xiaomin now, right?"

Shuimitao: "Yes! My Xiaomin is the best, thanks to the big brothers in the Livestream Room for supporting him!"

"Damn, I guess I still have to strive hard, fish well, and have a girlfriend who’s outstanding! Heartbreaking."

...

At this point, Tian Tian glanced at the public chat and said to Wang Xiaomin, "Hey, your girlfriend Shuimitao is also in the Livestream Room! Anything you want to say to her? Now’s your chance to make a declaration! Fifteen thousand people are watching!"

Wang Xiaomin lowered his head to confirm and found out it was indeed Taozi’s account. He smiled broadly, a bit sheepishly but genuinely, "I’ve been working hard, training hard, competing hard, and seizing every opportunity!

Taozi, wait for me, I will definitely marry you, just like how the boss will surely marry his girlfriend! Whatever you want, I’ll win it back with these hands!"

Shuimitao: "Mm, you keep doing well in fishing and competitions, and we’ll get married after I graduate!"

"Oh dear, can’t take it anymore, so sentimental, this love display is overwhelming! I can’t handle it!"

Tian Tian led the uproar with her words, but felt a slight tug at her heart; is this how young people strive and express love? It seems the older lady is a bit behind the times!

"Haha, you’re the one who made me say it! This wave isn’t my fault! Let’s talk about fishing; why’s the Fishing Livestream Room so gossipy!" Wang Xiaomin scratched his head, grinning sheepishly, trying to change the topic.

"Right, there’s still one question unanswered! Tell everyone, how did you accurately assess the fish condition in today’s outing and formulate this competition strategy?

Just now, during the competition, Teacher Yue Feng already gave a brief analysis. Let’s hear if you have any different interpretations?"