Chapter 96
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Chapter 96: Heavenly Punishment
Yes, this is how to use the causal fishing rod.
At this moment, with a flick of his wrist, Ji Yang effortlessly drew the distant Red-tailed Spiritual Fish closer.
The Red-tailed Spiritual Fish tried to struggle and escape, but under Ji Yang’s skilled control, it ultimately found itself powerless.
Only after Ji Yang placed the several dozen-pound Red-tailed Spiritual Fish into his Spiritual Beast Bag did cheers rise from the crowd:
“Good!”
“At first glance, it seemed that Senior Brother had no skills when he lifted his hand, yet hidden within was a deeper mystery. Every lift carried immense truths, every pull contained countless insights, and even true immortals couldn’t match such precise fishing skills…”
Hearing the strangely familiar words, Ji Yang felt a bit embarrassed.
How was this knowledge being put to use on himself!
At this moment, other disciples nodded in agreement after hearing this:
“What this Senior Brother said is really great; I think the same way!”
“Me too!”
Many disciples cast envious glances at the speaker.
However, the elderly man, hearing these familiar words, showed no expression. He merely gazed at Ji Yang’s fishing rod, lost in thought.
At that moment, the causal fishing rod, infused with magical energy, shed its plain exterior, but the stains of blood still adhered to it.
The old man sighed.
He hadn’t expected it to be this rod; no wonder it looked familiar.
He glanced at Ji Yang, then at the calm surface of the lake, contemplating whether he should change his fishing spot.
Missing out on fish wasn’t the main concern; he worried about other matters.
After placing the Red-tailed Spiritual Fish into his Spiritual Beast Bag, Ji Yang seized the opportunity to absorb the Light Points from the fish hook!
Cultivation Level +1
The familiar feeling returned.
At this point, Ji Yang no longer hesitated to use his internal magical energy. At this close distance, controlling the causal fishing rod didn’t require much energy.
Though the bloodstains on the rod didn’t look pleasant, Ji Yang didn’t care; practicality was what mattered.
After re-baiting, Ji Yang continued to cast his rod.
As his control over the fishing tool grew more mature, his fishing skills improved as well.
Mid-tier Spiritual Plants +1
Agility +1
Constitution +1
Spirit +1
Cultivation Level +1
…
Every cast brought in a reward. In just half an hour, Ji Yang had already collected numerous Light Points.
Although he only gained two cultivation points, Ji Yang felt he could keep going without resting.
With his True Essence, along with the recovery from his Techniques and his strong physique, fishing for twenty-four hours was not a problem at all.
The disciples around him changed in batches.
Many knew that a senior brother had arrived at Tianxing Lake, displaying outstanding fishing skills, making fishing feel like a mere act of reaching into a pocket, far surpassing Senior Brother Mei.
It’s said that after this senior brother started fishing, Senior Brother Mei had caught nothing at all.
Some disciples planned to approach Ji Yang for tips on his techniques during his breaks, but after half an hour, they didn’t see any sign of fatigue from him.
Just as Ji Yang was getting into the rhythm of fishing, a bolt of lightning suddenly struck from the sky, aiming directly at him.
The lightning was incredibly fast, and at that moment, Ji Yang was completely focused on his fishing rod, sensing the movements of the hook in the lake.
Before Ji Yang could react, the lightning hit him, numbing his entire body.
The onlooking disciples gasped in fear and scattered, not daring to come near!
The power of heavenly lightning was not something they, as Foundation Establishment stage disciples, could withstand.
Though they didn’t know why lightning struck this place, they guessed that the senior brother was beyond saving.
Many disciples expressed regret, as they hadn’t yet had the chance to learn from him, and it seemed that opportunity was lost now.
The old man beside them observed the situation, quietly stood up, and moved to another fishing spot, creating some distance from Ji Yang.
Ji Yang, struck by the lightning, quickly regained his composure and looked up. The sky was clear and bright, with not a cloud in sight; the arrival of the lightning was strange.
Ji Yang decisively opened his status panel:
【Name: Ji Yang】
【Age: 19】
【Realm: Mid Golden Core】
【Technique: Feather Transformation Ascension Skill】
【Abilities: Heart Sword, Sword Cultivation, Breathing Technique of All Things, Thousands of Sword Energies, Feather Transformation】
【Cultivation Level: 76/99】
【Unavailable】
【Status: Talent Jealousy (Will face hardships within seven days)】
【Status: Heavenly Punishment (Mysterious karma weighs upon him, at risk of being struck by lightning at any moment)】
Seeing the two negative buffs, Ji Yang was momentarily stunned.
Though he had already suspected that the earlier lightning strike was no accident, the presence of the Heavenly Punishment buff was unexpected.
It seemed to be a consequence of using the causal fishing rod.
However, being at risk of being struck by lightning didn’t matter too much; Ji Yang was strong, and the occasional lightning strike would only mildly disrupt his life.
But noticing that the Talent Jealousy status had also changed, Ji Yang couldn’t help but sigh.
This time, it was not a great disaster, but rather a troubling calamity.
After being struck by the heavenly lightning during the last calamity, Ji Yang was uncertain about what this troubling calamity could be.
He felt a bit anxious, contemplating whether to escape from this place, return home to farm peacefully, or go to the mining site for further training.
But Ji Yang also knew that this was probably unavoidable.
As if affected by multiple buffs, Ji Yang felt that the Heaven’s Secret Pearl in his body was somewhat ineffective, yet it continued to emit an invisible glow, protecting him.
The other disciples who had run far away were amazed to see Ji Yang unhurt, but they dared not approach him. Even Senior Brother Mei had given up his long-held fishing spot to keep his distance.
If they were struck once, they couldn’t be sure what their fate would be.
After some thought, a glimmer of determination appeared in Ji Yang’s eyes.
Leaving was not an option!
No matter the Heavenly Punishment buff on his causal fishing rod, he had to fish!
Whether he caught fish or not, the result would be the same. It was better to take the chance to improve himself while he could, especially since he had a secret technique!
Ji Yang believed that as long as he used his secret technique, everything would be resolved!
With that in mind, Ji Yang ignored everything else and resumed fishing.
However, he soon discovered that the school of fish that had been gathered was gone, having scattered due to the recent heavenly lightning, and the bait had already been consumed.
It seemed he needed to create a feeding spot again.
Ji Yang looked around and spotted the old man far away, smiling as he approached.
“Senior Brother Mei, I feel that my fishing skills are still not quite mature.”
Ji Yang raised his fishing rod and walked toward the old man’s fishing spot.
To his surprise, as soon as Ji Yang arrived, the old man moved to another spot.
The two of them switched places repeatedly until the old man finally couldn’t hold back and said without hesitation, “I’ve completed my task for the day, so I’ll be leaving now.”
“Wait, Senior Brother Mei, let’s continue our discussion.”
Watching the old man’s retreating figure and the fearful expressions of others, Ji Yang slightly shook his head. He had wanted to ask about Tianxing Lake to prepare in advance.
For now, he could only continue fishing.
However, this spot didn’t seem suitable anymore, and Ji Yang decided to change his fishing location.
As he approached another fishing spot, the nearby people quickly dispersed.
Many had witnessed the earlier heavenly lightning event, and no one dared to stay by Ji Yang’s side any longer.
