Extraordinary pedigree

Just as Xia Xiu predicted, the children's game is over, and the adult conspiracy has just begun.

In the VIP room, the three young masters of the family who originally thought they would witness a clichéd and easy victory now had different expressions of shock and nervousness on their faces.

"A beast of the space system, a beast of mutated zodiac signs?"

Simon Harvey, who represents the Island City Legal Family, still maintains a calm face.

Only careful observation can reveal that his eyes narrowed instantly and the wine glass in his hand trembled slightly, revealing his inner uneasiness.

"Hell, I remember what the information said. That cat was the island city's ration given by the Mayflower Foundation. All beast-control rations must be tested by our family's estimators, and highly qualified beast-control rations cannot be missed. , It’s impossible for our family’s estimator to have such a serious deviation!”

Leah Moore, who represents the Island City High-tech Federation, did not hide her surprise at all.

His eyes were wide open, his mouth was slightly open, and he had a ghostly expression that was clearly in disbelief at what was happening in the field.

"Hamilton Aaron Burr..."

Nick Burton, who represents the Island City real estate family, is a cautious person who is usually good at hiding his emotions. At this moment, he also has to face the inner fluctuations.

"I used the family real estate to connect to the financial genealogy intranet and investigated through internal information channels. There are traces of this person's information and experience. However, this makes people feel even more strange. Could this person... He's an FBI agent!"

Real estate guy Nick's first suspicion was that 'Hamilton' was an FBI agent.

"Agent? Our family has always dealt with various official agencies. It's no big deal. As long as it doesn't touch the bottom line of the Federal Reserve Bank or the IRS, even if people from the Bureau of Investigation come here, they have to follow our rules. "The legal master Simon said bluntly.

"I don't think this should be our concern. Regardless of whether that person is an agent or not, the person handling this matter has changed now..."

Leah, of the technology interest group, shrugged.

Then he continued:

"We really don't need to pay too much attention to this. Whether he is an agent or not, we are no longer responsible for this matter."

Leah paused and added in a low voice: "The senior management of the consortium has begun to notice him. No matter who he is, as long as he is targeted by the consortium..." Although the words were not finished, the seriousness and nervousness in his voice made him The surrounding atmosphere froze for a moment.

Although these young family heirs each represent the top forces in the island city, they all show an almost instinctive caution when it comes to the affairs of the consortium.

The name of the consortium seemed to be a taboo, and their reverence for this name was deeply rooted in their bones. Even if they usually had their own opinions and argued with each other, they fell into silence together at this moment.

Everyone in the audience could feel the unusual weight behind the word "consortium". They exchanged heavy looks with each other, and collectively realized the power of silence when mentioning the consortium.

There was a hint of wariness and uneasiness in Nick's voice. He looked around cautiously, and after confirming that no one was paying attention, he whispered:

"The San Diego Rockets of the consortium visited our home not long ago. They expressed great dissatisfaction with the recent mysterious death of a University of New Jersey student in the island city."

"Certainly, their arrival is primarily due to the recent [windigo] incident in Minnesota."

Simon and Leah looked shocked when they heard the information.

Lawyer Simon immediately asked anxiously: "People from Team Rocket came to visit in person. How could you not tell us about such an important matter earlier?"

Facing the angry looks of the two people, Nick explained with some embarrassment:

“In fact, this matter involves our family’s close ties with the consortium in the real estate and financial chain.

There have been a lot of difficult problems recently.

You also know that the man in Hell's Kitchen recently conquered the first hub plane.

Now the federal government's Second Reserve Governor and Management Bureau are colluding with him, intending to use his power to eliminate heretics in the federation, and that adult hopes to get the federation's support and resources in the Ivy War. At this critical juncture, if this incident in Minnesota is not handled properly, our family will also be in trouble. "

Leah's brows furrowed, and his expression gradually changed from shock to gloom: "So, you Burton family plan to handle it alone, and won't even share information with us about the arrival of the San Diego Rockets!"

Nick looked a little embarrassed and hurriedly defended: "Look, Team Rocket's visit this time is not because of our genetic engineering project or gene seed issues..."

Simon interrupted Nick coldly:

"So what? Although we haven't been fully exposed to the core affairs of the family because of our age, we can already feel how our family has made rapid progress under the influence of the consortium in the past year, and has rapidly become the dominant power in the island city. ”

His tone became more serious, almost accusatory, "The San Diego Rockets are the executors of the consortium's will. Remember how they initially wiped out all the rebels in the island city? Those who are so powerful that even our families can't join forces. The unmatched characters disappeared like paper in front of Team Rocket. And now, they have come to the island city again. "

Nick shook his head, with a hint of weakness in his voice: "All this is arranged by the consortium. Even if we don't want to, we must comply. The arrival of the Rockets will undoubtedly deal with larger matters, and this... this may It’s about the balance of the entire federation.”

The real estate man said in a straight-up manner:

"The focus of our discussion now is the guy named Hamilton. In any case, the consortium will first conduct a thorough investigation and deal with this high-profile target."

"Considering the abnormal behavior of his Wind Shadow cat, Team Rocket must be very interested in its gene seeds. Whether he is a federal agent or not, this will not change the current situation."

Simon and Leah looked at each other, both wanting to say something to counter Nick's oversimplified view, but ultimately had to accept his logic.

What Nick said was not unfounded, but based on a deep understanding of the consortium's ruthless and efficient operating style.

Simon finally spoke, unable to conceal his worry:

"You are so sure because you already know that everything is inevitable, right? Isn't Team Rocket's intervention a dangerous signal?"

Nick smiled lightly, adjusted his sitting posture, and looked more serious:

"Indeed, I mentioned Team Rocket because the situation has developed to the point where it cannot be simply covered up. However, the person leading the team this time is Mr. Ernest, and he is not an ordinary consortium operator. His intervention means that the consortium has Prepare to use heavy troops. For that golden retriever, no matter how powerful he is, he is just like an ant when facing Lord Ernest."

01:20 PM.

"Huh~"

In the cold afternoon, Xia Xiu, wearing blue winter clothes, stood outside the wide door of the arena, looking around at the busy scene around him, and then stretched out his hand to rub his itchy nose.

His [Crown Ring] felt another wave of malice, and this time the malice was quite serious.

"You really will be remembered wherever you go."

Xia Xiu muttered a few words in a low voice, and then adjusted the bag on his back. He was carrying a fishing rod bag in the same blue color as his outfit.

His left shoulder carries Little Hope. This miniature, delicate purple-haired and purple-eyed elf is sitting with his legs swaying back and forth, curiously observing the scene of people coming and going; while on his right shoulder, the silver-grey color is in a kind of shape. Standing with a majestic posture, its silver hair exudes a soft luster in the sun.

The list he held in his hand accurately explained his current situation in the format of an official document.

The list states:

——[Island City Beast Control Bureau]——

Dear Mr. Hamilton,

After our evaluation of your performance in today’s competitive activities, combined with your beast-control performance and ability level, the Island City Beast Control Bureau has made the following decision:

According to Article 17 of the Island City Beast Taming Competition Rules, any beast taming that clearly exceeds the current competition level will be prohibited from continuing to participate in that level of competition to ensure the fairness of the competition.

Therefore, we have decided to disqualify you from the Junior and Intermediate categories with immediate effect. We encourage you to apply to compete in the Senior Division so that your beastmasters can compete at the appropriate level.

This notice is effective immediately. If you have any questions or require further information, please contact the Island City Beast Control Bureau.

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"I've been moved." "Lao Deng", who had just experienced bullying the young master in the food abuse game, sighed with some disappointment.

"So, what are we going to do next, play in the senior competition?" The hope on Xia Xiu's shoulders was very concerned about the next trip, so she continued, "With your ability, playing in the senior competition can attract bigger fish. Well?"

"How about experiencing the night fishing in Dao City at night? Then we can walk around in the past few days to see what other interesting things we can do here."

Xia Xiu's voice floated in the air along with the noise of the crowd. He patted the fishing rod bag behind his back, his tone revealing a leisurely style.

"Just fishing?" Hope stared at the blond young man's curved profile with suspicion.

"Yes." Xia Xiu said more relaxedly.

At this moment, he is like a prodigal player who did not promote the main plot in his previous life. The main focus is just one word, play!

I, the fourth sword-wielder in the Kingdom of Heaven, have been fighting and killing me since my debut until now. I explode wherever I go... Ahem, wherever I go, there will always be sword fighting. I have been fighting for a lifetime, can't I still enjoy it?

He now wants to experience the fun of fishing, and he has a hunch that he can catch the big fish he wants during this ice fishing.

08:00PM.

Mille Lacs.

Mille Lacs, shrouded in darkness at night, presents a mysterious and peaceful beauty.

There is a thin layer of ice floating on the lake, and the moonlight shines on it, dyeing the ice surface silvery white, as if covered with a layer of shining frost.

The outlines of trees and hills in the distance are looming in the night, forming a quiet winter night scene.

Occasionally, there will be a slight collision of ice on the lake, which is crisp and clear, adding a bit of coldness in winter.

On this quiet lakeside, preparations for the ice fishing competition are already in full swing.

People wearing heavy winter clothing, carrying fishing tools and portable lights, walked back and forth between the shore and the small shacks built on the ice.

Some experienced fishermen have already drilled fishing holes in the ice, sitting quietly on special stools, patiently waiting for the moment the fish takes the bait.

Xia Xiu wears cold-proof clothing specially designed for extremely cold weather, including a down jacket with excellent thermal insulation effect, equipped with a windproof hood and high collar, as well as professional ice fishing gloves. These gloves keep him warm without hindering his dexterity. fishing tackle.

He wears a warm hat on his head and covers his ears. His shoes are non-slip ice fishing shoes with thick anti-slip rubber on the bottom to prevent slipping on the ice.

Xia Xiu joked with Hope and called this outfit - "New Skin·Fisherman Form".

At this moment, Golden Retriever, transformed into a fisherman, was enthusiastically introducing other tools he had prepared to Little Hope, who looked disgusted.

“These are bloodworms and earthworms, which are natural foods for many fish species and are great for attracting smallmouth bass, trout and yellow perch.”

"It's small live fish, small herring and small whitefish; it's ideal for targeting larger predatory fish like walleye and northern pike."

“These are simulated soft plastic baits, small and shrimp worm models; these are often used with small flash ballhead hooks to attract the attention of a variety of fish species.”

“And this one, a small metal quivering spoon that mimics the movements of sickly fish and attracts predators, perfect for attracting varreus and northern pike.”

Hope looked at Xia Xiu who was in high spirits, and had many things to say that he didn't know how to say.

She had asked the other party before that if she wanted to fish, she could just use the [Mobius Band] in his ability, or use other thaumaturgic abilities to catch a lot of fish.

Hope's idea was refuted by Jin Mao, saying that the fun of fishing is not in catching the fish, but in the process and preparation.

He said, “Some people think that the greatest pleasure in fishing should be to catch a lot of fish with great force. It cannot be denied that this is also a kind of pleasure, but it is not the greatest pleasure. I think the greatest pleasure should be waiting.

Waiting for the nest material to be laid, waiting for the first bite to appear, waiting for the fishing rod to be pulled into a big bow, waiting for the fishing line to whir in the wind, and of course waiting for the mouth to get better and better, and finally the connecting rod to explode. Protect the harvest. "

Why is the fisherman unwilling to go home even if he has nothing to say?

Or because of waiting, fishermen are always full of hope. Even if they haven't seen a bite for several hours, they still stubbornly believe that there will be fish if they cast another rod.

If the next shot actually hits the fish, there will be a feeling that "all the waiting was worth it".

If you don’t hit the fish on the next shot, look forward to the next one.

Sit quietly on the bow of the boat, set up the fishing rod, make a nest at a fixed point, bait the fish, and throw the rod...

There is silence, and suddenly you inadvertently notice the rhythmic up and down movement of the fish float, which is so conspicuous in the dark and calm lake. A feeling of excitement rushes into your heart, and you are not sure what is happening under the water.

With an inexplicable nervousness, you stare at the fish float. At this moment, suddenly, the fish float rushes into the water, so you lift the rod without hesitation. A strong pulling force is transmitted to your hand, and through the extremely fine The fishing line, you stand up like a chicken blood!

Sliding fish! ! !

Xia Xiu also cited the example of a senior from Tianguo. While studying in Luyuan, he was responsible for handling the national extraordinary independence case of the "young and frivolous" Secretary-General Pansy Jane. When he was a young boy, he met A member of the burial agency who likes fishing.

The angel with daffodils and a former model loves peaceful fishing.

Even if you catch the last thing, after the sun goes down, the scene will always change from fishing to fishing.

The most important thing is that Xia Xiu likes a passage in a famous book about the old fisherman's fight with the big marlin. He thinks that is what the fisherman is pursuing. That sentence is - "People can be destroyed." , but cannot be defeated.”

At this moment.

After making all the necessary preparations for fishing, Xia Xiu took his own fishing equipment and a portable pony trap and chose a fishing spot away from the crowds.

In the place he chose, the night sky was clear, and the starlight and moonlight intertwined, projecting on the ice of Mille Lacs, forming a quiet and beautiful light and shadow.

The air is filled with the coldness of winter nights, but also carries a subtle smell of fish. This is a paradise for true fishing enthusiasts.

Xia Xiu carefully checked the thickness of the ice. After confirming that it was safe, he used an ice drill to drill a fishing hole at the selected location.

Dong dong dong——

As ice shards fly, a perfect round hole appears on the hard ice, ready for the nighttime ice fishing challenge.

He placed the pony tie next to the fishing hole, sat down gently, and adjusted his thick cold-proof clothes to ensure that he could keep warm while still being able to operate the fishing rod flexibly.

Then, Xia Xiu began to equip his fishing rod, with a trembling spoon suitable for night use hanging on the line. It had a subtle vibration and luster, which could especially attract the attention of Ware fish.

He sank the bait into the cold lake water and waited quietly for the creatures in the lake to discover the tempting food.

The night breeze was blowing gently, and the blond young man had a satisfied smile on his face, enjoying the alone time in silence.

Hopefully, sitting on Xia Xiu's shoulders and shaking her legs, she can feel that the man next to her is really happy at this moment.

She thought, if someone really interrupted his fishing fun at this moment.

Then, these people's heads will really be blown off by someone with the skin of a fisherman!

If the monthly ticket exceeds 500 tomorrow, we will update it twice a day, although it seems unlikely, gurgling~