Chapter 1166: Extravagance

In the backyard of the luxurious mansion.

Yi Feng sat down on a large chair in the courtyard.

With a magnificent pavilion behind him and an elegant fish pond in front, he felt an indescribable sense of ease and comfort.

Watching nearly a hundred Dao Transformation Sturgeons swimming freely in the pond, it was impossible not to feel uplifted. The pressure in the eyes of the two sect leaders gradually gave way to joy and satisfaction.

Xu Baichuan stood by the pond with his hands behind his back, clicking his tongue in admiration, like a nouveau riche who had struck it big. Luo Pengfei also couldn't stop praising, continuously commenting on the scene.

Seeing their excitement, Yi Feng smiled and reassured them.

"Brothers, you can see the pond even while sitting. We must have made a decent catch this time, right?"

Luo Pengfei's face lit up with joy.

"We did, we did!"

"Sir, your fishing skills are truly divine!"

The Dao Transformation Sturgeon was an incredibly rare catch. Landing just one was already a huge win. A mere million immortal crystals were nothing in comparison. Now, with nearly a hundred of them caught, most of which were thousands of years old, this haul was unprecedented and its value beyond estimation.

Xu Baichuan's face also flushed with excitement.

"Sir, your fishing skills are truly unheard of. We are in awe!"

Out of courtesy, Yi Feng modestly replied, "Not at all, not at all. Fishing just requires a bit of patience. You could do it too."

Seeing Yi Feng in a good mood, Luo Pengfei dared to ask, "Sir, you jest. We prepared extensively before but never had any success. Yet, you never miss a catch. The gap between us is like heaven and earth. Could you enlighten us on the essence of fishing?"

Since they were being so polite, Yi Feng felt it would be rude to keep his secrets.

"Actually, it's quite simple. The key to fishing is patience."

Patience?

The two were stunned, sitting there in a daze.

"Is that all?"

Yi Feng nodded with a smile.

"Yes, fishing is that simple. Find a good spot, have a fishing rod, and wait patiently. You'll get your catch. You prepared well, but you focused too much on auxiliary methods and overlooked the essence of fishing itself. That's putting the cart before the horse. As the saying goes, 'the poor student has the most tools.'"

The two blushed with embarrassment, momentarily speechless.

They had tried every method to catch the Dao Transformation Sturgeon but never thought to truly study the art of fishing. It really was a case of "the poor student having the most tools."

But could patience alone really yield results?

They had cultivated for nearly ten thousand years, coming to fish every hundred years, trying dozens of times. They certainly had patience, yet they always came up empty-handed.

Looking at the pond full of Dao Transformation Sturgeons, the two could only smile wryly.

Indeed, people cannot be compared so easily.

Even patience has its levels!

They wondered what state of mind Yi Feng had achieved to so effortlessly catch over a hundred Dao Transformation Sturgeons. The word "patience" sounded simple, but putting it into practice was incredibly difficult.

Easy to understand, hard to master.

Reflecting on the deeper meaning of his words, the two increasingly felt that Yi Feng was unfathomable. The truth of fishing, like the Dao, was simple yet profound, not something that could be grasped in a few words.

Seeing the awkward atmosphere, Yi Feng changed the subject.

"Brothers, since we've made a decent catch this time, your island master must be furious, right? Is his cultivation really that impressive?"

Yi Feng had gone on a fishing spree later to provoke the greedy island master, hoping to anger him and successfully seek death. Gathering intelligence was naturally essential.

Luo Pengfei snapped out of his thoughts.

"Sir, you must not take this lightly."

"Although Sunshine Island is an outer island, it's a place where dragons and tigers hide. Each generation of island masters has inherited secret techniques that allow them to fight above their level. Even with your fifth-grade cultivation, victory would be difficult..."

Yi Feng's eyes lit up.

"So, within the island, your island master is the strongest?"

Xu Baichuan also nodded gravely.

"Indeed."

"Our island has no shortage of hidden experts, but whether it's reclusive seniors or the other four great sects, none can compare to the island master. He is undoubtedly the strongest."

Yi Feng was delighted.

After a moment of thought, he seemed to realize something was off.

"Other four great sects? I thought including the island master's sect, there were only four great sects?"

Xu Baichuan was momentarily stunned, then smiled and replied.

"Ah, sir, you must not have heard of the Five Elements Sect."

"The Five Elements Sect is on par with our three great sects. Its members are skilled in divination and fate, rumored to be able to glimpse the secrets of heaven and understand the changes of yin and yang. They are all profound and mysterious individuals, but because of this, most are doomed to suffer from the 'five lacks and three deficits,' leading them to live low-key and secretive lives. Ordinary people on the island don't even know their whereabouts."

"Since you've only recently arrived on the island, it's understandable that you haven't heard of them."

Yi Feng nodded in understanding.

So, there was also a divination sect.

Brother Bao's intelligence was indeed unreliable!

This mysterious sect seemed to be full of extraordinary individuals. If he could get a reading from them, perhaps they could point him in the right direction for seeking death?

Yi Feng asked curiously, "They sound like a sect of great masters. Where can I find the members of the Five Elements Sect?"

Hearing this, the two sect leaders looked regretful.

"The Five Elements Sect has always been low-key. Unless you are fated, it's impossible to visit them. Even if you find their sect, it's difficult to gain entry."

"Indeed, recently the Five Elements Sect has completely vanished, not even their ordinary members have been seen. Who knows what they're up to..."

Yi Feng nodded.

Dragons are seen but their tails remain hidden. It seemed finding these divination masters would take some time.

Since he had already crossed the island master, his chances of seeking death were quite high. He decided to put aside those thoughts for now and continued gathering information about the island master.

"Do you know when your island master will come out of seclusion?"

Xu Baichuan thought for a moment. "Island Master Sa went into seclusion immediately after returning from Black Island. It must have been a sudden decision, likely preparing for a breakthrough. He should emerge in a few days. Sir, you must be careful."

In a few days, he would face the strongest being on the island.

Yi Feng felt that his hopes for life were high.

This time, it was a sure thing.

As the saying goes, good news lifts the spirits.

Looking at the fish in the pond, Yi Feng suddenly felt a strong appetite.

"Mmm."

"We've been busy for a while, caught so many fish. Let's cook a few and taste them. No point in all this effort going to waste!"

The two were delighted and immediately ordered someone to bring exquisite knives, ready to prepare the Dao Transformation Sturgeon and taste the legendary treasure.

Yi Feng was even quicker, already pulling out a fire starter!

"Later, I'll grill a few fish for you. I guarantee you'll love it!"

The two sect leaders felt a pang in their hearts!

Using the Dao Transformation Sturgeon, such a treasure, for grilling?

Wasn't this a waste of a precious resource?

But having witnessed Yi Feng's profound skills, they didn't dare to voice their objections.

Besides, these Dao Transformation Sturgeons were caught by Yi Feng. If he wanted to waste a few, as long as he was happy, what did it matter?

Damn it!

Today, they would indulge in extravagance!

Looking at the pond full of Dao Transformation Sturgeons, the two gritted their teeth. One went to find spirit wood, while the other started fishing. In no time, they were bustling with activity.

Before long.

Chef Yi had already gutted a few fresh fish and was slowly grilling them over the embers. The two obediently sat by his side. Perhaps it was psychological, but they felt an enticing aroma wafting through the air, incredibly alluring!

Just as the three were eagerly watching, Bao Congxin hurried over.

"Benefactor, sect leaders!"

"There are many, many people at the gate asking to see you!"