102: Top-level fishing skill title: Unsheathed

Gao Xiaofan woke up with a start and sat up abruptly, only to strain his left arm, sending a piercing pain through him.

He looked out the window; it was pitch black. Was it already night?

What was that playing in his head just now?

Reciting lines?

His old man didn't have League of Legends back then, so how could he be reciting that stuff...

Gao Xiaofan's mind went blank.

At this moment, a hypothesis formed in his mind, yet he couldn't make sense of it.

His father must have had a system too, but it seemed he was later harmed by the system, or perhaps his father had harmed the system.

His parents' accident happened at Tongzhen Reservoir, and the place where he obtained his system was also Tongzhen Reservoir. Was it really such a coincidence?

But if that were the case, why didn't he warn him not to fish before he died?

Instead, he said that if he liked fishing, he must make every choice carefully?

Moreover, the system notification voice that had just surfaced in his mind was clearly different from the one he usually heard. His own system was dull and lifeless, and its occasional jokes were well-intentioned.

But the system notification voice he heard in his dream just now was clearly that of a demon, sending chills down his spine...

Gao Xiaofan was lost in thought when the door was suddenly pushed open from the outside, and Zhao Fu and Zhao Yuling walked in.

Looking at the two of them, a trace of a smile appeared on Gao Xiaofan's face.

"Long time no see."

The two smiled and sat by the bed.

"Didn't we just see each other this morning?"

"Xiaofan, is there anything you want to eat?"

Gao Xiaofan looked at Zhao Yuling and couldn't help but say.

"Is there something you need to tell me? Little Yu, that smile on your face looks far too bitter."

Zhao Fu nodded.

"The doctor said your left hand needs an internal steel plate. Even after it heals, you won't be able to exert too much force with it anymore."

Gao Xiaofan smiled.

"Is that all? I finally managed to escape with my life, aren't you going to celebrate with me?"

"Pfft—"

Zhao Yuling finally broke into a smile. She had been terrified all day, fearing that Gao Xiaofan would be dejected upon hearing this news.

"Brother Quan has already arranged everything. There are many of your fans waiting outside."

Zhao Fu also nodded. "Brother Fan, if you can head out now, let's go celebrate."

Gao Xiaofan nodded. Having no family, what he feared most was watching others have fun from the sidelines, and what he liked most was being able to join in the excitement.

After declining their offer to help him dress, he watched them leave the ward and close the door. Just as he was about to get out of bed...

A notification sound rang out, making him shudder involuntarily.

[Host, please select and complete a daily task.]

"1. Your left arm is ruined. It's time to treat it. After treatment, you can lead a normal life, but it will cause you to lose the chance to brave the wind and waves. Reward Title: Calm as Water."

"Calm as Water Title Effect: A happy and fulfilling life, free from illness and disaster, spending your final years in peace."

"2. Your left arm is ruined. The pain makes you suffer, but you feel that this makes you look cool, so you refuse treatment. Reward Title: One-Armed Hero."

"One-Armed Hero Title Effect: You will always attract girls to radiate maternal love toward you~"

"3. Your left arm is ruined, but your friends are still waiting for you. The system will heal your left arm and seal it. Within three days, begin a year-long National Fishing Tour, livestreamed throughout. Reward Top-Tier Fishing Skill Title: Sheathed and an Entrance BGM."

"Sheathed Title Effect: A one-time use opportunity. Concealed within the body and nurtured in one's being. When Sheathed, the rod's light appears, the rod moves with the heart, and acts as an extension of the arm. Masterfully command all top-tier fishing techniques until the fishing session ends, after which the body returns to normal."

"Note: Any top-tier title will only appear once in system tasks."

"Entrance BGM: A system product. The friends who like you are no longer just pure Anglers; many new friends have been captivated by your charm. You wouldn't want to lose them, would you? Then use the Entrance BGM during your livestreams!!!"

Gao Xiaofan looked at the options before him. He once again felt that his system was different from the one in his dream.

These choices were all quite good—except for option two, of course.

Why did his father emphasize making good choices before he died? Could it be that he wasn't talking about the system?

He shook his head. The more he thought, the more confused he became, so he simply stopped and continued studying the task options.

Anyone with half a brain would know to choose between 1 and 3.

Seeing the last sentence in the description for Sheathed's effect—"body returns to normal"—Gao Xiaofan was overjoyed.

Wasn't this exactly what he needed most? Healing his left arm, even if it would be sealed, and having a one-time use of a top-tier title—what kind of concept was that!

Wuhu! We're taking off!

Was his father's "Rod Back, Line Breaks" move also "Sheathed"?

Gao Xiaofan chose Task 3 without hesitation, and the notification sound rang in his mind again.

"Host, please select the location to nurture the Sheathed title!"

Gao Xiaofan chose his left arm without hesitation.

Just as he was about to study the Entrance BGM further, a knock came from outside the ward.

"Brother Fan, do you need me to help you?"

"No need, no need, I'm almost ready!"

Gao Xiaofan propped himself up with his right hand and jumped off the bed, his left arm dangling loosely. Truth be told, dressing with one hand was indeed quite a hassle.

He got his pants on, but the shirt was difficult.

After struggling for a good while, Gao Xiaofan finally managed to pull it on, then used his right hand to lift his limp left arm and stuff it into the sleeve.

He went into the bathroom to wash his face with one hand before finally opening the ward door.

"Here, this is the phone the Program Production Crew took away earlier." Zhao Yuling pulled the phone out of her bag and handed it over.

After Gao Xiaofan took it and turned it on, the phone vibrated incessantly, so he just tucked it into his pocket.

The hotel was not far from the hospital, so the group simply walked over.

Gao Xiaofan chatted with the two of them as he strolled forward with his left arm dangling.

He thought there wouldn't be many people at this fan gathering, but when he reached the hotel entrance, he was dumbfounded.

A swarm of burly men stood at the hotel entrance, each one large and sturdy with dark-tanned skin, looking like they were up to no good.

Gao Xiaofan lowered his head. If he got beaten up by these guys, he wouldn't even have a place to complain.

Even though he had already backed down, that group of people still stared at him intently.

A synchronized and thunderous shout rang out, clearly planned in advance.

"Brother Wo Zi, what doesn't kill you makes you stronger!!!"

Curious passersby looked over, thinking some mob boss had just been released from prison. They even took out their phones to film it, intending to post it on TikTok.

Gao Xiaofan was nearly startled out of his wits by that shout, but then he realized these were all his fans.

"Crap, you scared the life out of me! I freaking thought someone was looking for trouble!"

Gao Xiaofan joked with a laugh and waved his right hand.

Everyone burst into loud laughter after hearing that, but the laughter gradually died down.

They were all staring at that loosely dangling, limp left arm.

The atmosphere became somewhat heavy.

"What the hell? I escaped death, and you guys give me this expression? Get hyped up!"

"Tonight, all expenses are on Young Master Gao!"

Gao Xiaofan stood with one hand on his hip, speaking with an arrogant air!

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