Seven days later.
Near Suo Yu Bay, a certain coral reef.
"Guu... ying..."
A sharp, high-pitched cry echoed overhead, and a large Short-tailed Albatross with white feathers, larger than its usual kind, could be seen circling high in the sky.
Xia Nan found a good spot.
Located above the coral reef, close to the shore, a flat rock eroded and pitted over countless years by the waves.
This rock’s position is just right, not too close to avoid those annoying little Kun fish, though only palm-sized, frequently attacking the bait without hesitation, nor too far to be suddenly dragged into the water by tentacles erging from the sea abyss.
Able to perfectly utilize the rich ecosystem around the coral reef to greatly increase the chance of hooking the best, most excellent, and most fulfilling big fish.
His keen Perception ability even allowed him to feel the enticing shadows moving back and forth within the coral reef below through the seawater.
His heart was inevitably stirred, even producing a rare hint of nervousness.
"Calm down, fishing requires calmness..."
Xia Nan thought to himself.
His goal today was to catch a fish at least one ter long.
Compared to the abundant fish resources within the coral reef, he’s already lowering his expectations as much as possible, so today’s good luck might bring so pleasant surprises.
The ti is still long; he’s not in a hurry to cast the rod but sits on the rock to prepare.
Honestly, given the number of fish in this coral reef Xia Nan was currently on, there wasn’t any need to create a feeding spot.
But he’s always ticulous and precise, making the most of this rare opportunity to co to such a place, naturally preparing thoroughly and hoping to utilize the rich ecosystem here as much as possible.
Xia Nan reached between the layers under his armor and inner lining and touched his hands twice; then, with a subtle tallic scraping sound, the [White Pot] pocket watch was pulled from his pocket.
Compared to when he first acquired this magical storage device over ten days ago from Twin Canyon, the pocket watch was no longer bare and isolated. It now had a platinum chain of the sa color holding it securely beneath the armor’s inner layer.
This little piece was custom-made at the [Pearl Spinning] shop just a few days ago.
The use of the [White Pot] requires him to press the button manually, which ans Xia Nan often has to take it from his pocket, significantly increasing the risk of losing the device.
If it were simply placed in a belt pouch like a Healing Potion, there is a complete chance it would fall out during a fierce battle.
And honestly, sothing so valuable like this storage device, akin to the [Destiny Coin] before, not keeping it close makes Xia Nan uneasy.
Therefore, upon returning to Suo Yu Bay, he imdiately had Celeane customize a chain for the [White Pot].
The aesthetically outstanding and extrely technically skilled perfectionist, after referencing the [White Pot]’s design, crafted a platinum chain that fits perfectly with the pocket watch itself, exactly as Xia Nan requested.
It seed to be one with the pocket watch, its length perfect for wearing and storing, making Xia Nan very satisfied.
"Click."
A crisp sound of chanism echoed from his fingertips.
The clock hands spun swiftly.
After about three seconds, accompanied by the instant distortion of the surrounding space, a long Stone Spear was already grasped firmly in Xia Nan’s hand.
The [Tide Rod] he’d sold to Ellison was borrowed back by Xia Nan.
anwhile, to trigger the equipnt’s special effect, he also brought along the "Flower Spot Whale," specifically caught in the Outer Sea by Ellison, now swimming weakly in the glass tank at his feet.
To be honest, he hadn’t used the [Tide Rod] yet due to its stringent trigger conditions.
Now, it’s an opportunity to test the power of this "bait-creating" Divine Artifact.
...
Effect:
When the Stone Spear is vertically inserted into calm seawater, it releases a subsonic vibration attracting all small plankton within a one-mile radius, lasting six hours.
Trigger conditions:
Use the spear tip at a frequency of 60 tis per minute to pierce a living, healthy whale consistently for 10 minutes, without interruption.
...
Following the attribute panel’s description, Xia Nan held the Stone Spear single-handedly, piercing the Flower Spot Whale in the tank with a thodical and whisper-gentle approach.
His ability to control his own Strength was extrely proficient, ensuring each pierce of the spear tip wouldn’t hurt the arm-length miniature whale, yet wasn’t too weak to disengage from the concept of "pierce" demanded by the condition. It looked like he was giving the whale a massage, making the Whale in the tank leisurely wag its tail.
The ten minutes passed in the blink of an eye.
Buzz—
Xia Nan suddenly felt the air around him beco more humid, while the cold Stone Spear held in his hand began to vibrate slightly.
Knowing it had taken effect, he carried the Stone Spear to the reef’s edge and gently inserted it vertically into the sea.
Let go.
"Quash!"
With the [Tide Rod] gradually sinking as the center point, the originally calm sea surface suddenly started stirring, the azure water reflecting the sky turning turbid amidst the waves.
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