NCCnovel Chapter 423 Is there an Oscar in the fishing world?
Chapter 423 Is there an Oscar in the fishing world?
Chapter 423 Is there an Oscar in the fishing world?
As soon as he started his live stream, the scene in the live stream completely stunned him.
One million online users?!
The barrage of comments was like a flood bursting its banks, so dense and numerous that the content was impossible to read; all that could be seen was a sea of white characters scrolling wildly across the screen.
The gift effects on the screen never stopped from the very first second of the broadcast, with rockets, spaceships, and carnivals—the spectacle was even more lively than a New Year's Eve gala.
[Here he is! The anchor is finally back at work!]
[Host, you still know how to go live?! Don't you know how popular you are right now?!]
Check out the trending topics on Weibo! #LinYuanFightsSeaMonsterBarehands#, #ChineseAnglerBreaksGuinnessWorldRecord#
#A 205kg Deep-Sea Emperor#, you have three of those in the top ten!
YouTube is exploding! Your livestream clip from yesterday got over 10 million views overnight!
[Upload your video, host! I've even thought of a title for you: "Intended to fish in the Arctic, but accidentally broke a world record!"]
[Anzi! Strike while the iron is hot! Quickly edit out a condensed version of yesterday's footage! It would be an injustice not to use this data!]
Lin Yu'an looked at the enthusiastic yet teasing comments and felt both amused and exasperated.
He never expected that yesterday's unexpected fight would escalate into a frenzy that swept the entire internet.
Just then, a huge golden banner with the brand logo suddenly took over the entire screen.
[Guangwei Fishing Tackle is giving away 100 "Super Carnival" items!]
Immediately afterwards, a pinned gold comment appeared:
[Thank you for choosing and trusting the Guangwei brand! Congratulations on successfully catching a giant 68.5kg halibut, setting a new record for the largest halibut caught by the Guangwei brand in a public competition!]
This caused the live stream to completely erupt in excitement.
[Holy crap! Guangwei is so generous! They've given away 500,000 yuan directly?!]
[Hahaha! The boss of Guangwei must have been laughing in his sleep last night! This GG effect is more effective than spending five million to hire a celebrity endorsement!]
[Guys! I'm going to place an order right now! It's the same model used by streamers; even if I can't catch a world record, a reservoir record will do!]
[Hilarious! Guangwei must have been the most bewildered person there. They were just sitting at home when internet traffic came knocking on their door.]
Seeing this lively scene, Lin Yu'an could only smile helplessly: "Thank you for your kindness, boss of Guangwei, and thank you for the support of all the brothers."
He had barely finished speaking, and before he could switch the camera to show the scenery of the fishing spot today, an even more dazzling golden light flashed across the screen!
This time, the name on the banner is a more technologically advanced one, and one that is less familiar to the average person: "Guangwei Composite Materials".
[Guangwei Composite Materials is giving away 10 "Supreme Dragon" toys!]
The Supreme Divine Dragon is the platform's top-tier gift, worth 100,000 RMB each! Ten of them would be worth one million!
Immediately afterwards, a gold-colored pinned comment appeared:
The Board Office of Guangwei Composite Materials (300699.SZ) extends its sincerest congratulations and gratitude to Mr. Lin Yu'an! Your remarkable achievement not only showcases the spirit of Chinese anglers but also proves to the world the superior quality of "Made in China." We look forward to in-depth cooperation with you!
If the 500,000 yuan donation from Guangwei Fishing Tackle was a pleasant surprise, then this additional 1 million yuan donation from the listed company's parent company completely stunned everyone in the live stream!
【Another one? Guangwei Composite Materials? Who is this? Guangwei's big brother?】
[One million?! Holy crap! 1.5 million in tips alone today?! This streamer's set for life!]
[Showcase! See that?! This is the vision of a listed company! The younger brother finishes his donation, and the older brother follows suit!]
[This is hilarious! I can almost hear the conversation inside Guangwei Group: "Xiao Wei, you're going to put in 500,000? What a pathetic guy! Give it to me! I'll put in a million!"]
[Insider information! Guys, you're all wrong! My friend works in the securities department of Guangwei Composite Materials, and he said their company was practically exploding this morning!]
This comment immediately piqued everyone's curiosity.
[This morning at 9:30 AM, as soon as the A-share market opened, Guangwei Composite Materials (300699) stock, without any warning, immediately surged to its 20% daily limit! It was locked at the limit up price!]
The entire company leadership was completely dumbfounded! They called back all the senior executives for an emergency meeting overnight! Everyone thought some department had made headlines with some earth-shattering news!
[Technology Department: It wasn't me! I haven't broken through any new technologies recently!]
[Ministry of Defense Industry: It wasn't me! We haven't signed any major contracts lately!]
[Sales Department: That's not me either! I was just selling fishing rods as usual!]
A group of people spent half a day in the meeting room reviewing the situation, searching through all the internal and external information, but they still couldn't find the reason for the stock price surge!
Finally, a young man who enjoys watching live streams timidly raised his hand and opened a clip of Lin Shen's live stream.
Then, all the executives in the conference room saw Lin Shen use a small fishing rod to catch a fish weighing 68.5 grams.
The image shows a giant creature weighing 1000 kilograms, then fighting a 205.5-kilogram world record sea monster with bare hands —
[It is said that the meeting room was deathly silent until the chairman slammed his fist on the table and yelled at the sales director: "What are you all standing there for? Go and contact them!"]
These vivid and detailed comments, though their veracity was hard to discern, created a dramatic effect that instantly ignited the entire live stream.
[Hahahaha! I can't take it anymore! The imagery is too vivid!]
[Chairman: I've painstakingly developed high-tech carbon fiber, and it turns out I'm not even as successful as someone catching a single fish?!]
[Technical Director: I've studied materials mechanics my whole life, but the strength analysis of someone else's fishing rod is more intuitive than my PowerPoint presentation!]
[Imagine the psychological trauma that young man suffered! He admitted to watching livestreams while slacking off at work in front of a group of big shots, and somehow it turned out to be a meritorious act!]
This wave is something you never know which of your users will bring you a limit-up stock!
Lin Yu'an was both amused and exasperated by the wildly imaginative comments on the screen. He could totally picture the farcical and hilarious scene.
He cleared his throat, faced the camera, and said in an extremely sincere tone, "Ahem, well—"
Thank you again to Guangwei Fishing Tackle and Guangwei Composite Materials for their support.
"However, fellow investors, please invest rationally. Because I don't understand stocks, I don't hold any A-shares."
Before he could finish speaking, the live chat was already flooded with comments:
I won't listen! You are the fundamentals!
[Stop talking, host! I'm going to open a margin trading account right now! I'll go all in tomorrow!]
[Take my advice, Brother An: the stock market is risky; invest with caution.]
Seeing the completely out-of-control situation, Lin Yu'an knew that there was no point in saying anything more.
He could only shake his head helplessly, silently bait the hook with new bait, and cast the fishing line back into the ice cave that had created the miracle.
However, it seems that all the luck from yesterday has been used up today.
All morning, whether Lin Yu'an used a hand line or the Guangwei fishing rod that set a record of 68.5 kilograms, the ice cave was completely quiet, without even a single fish signal.
After watching videos of ice and snow scenery all morning, the viewers in the live stream started to comment in a more "mystical" way.
Brothers, I think I've discovered an incredible pattern.
[Upstairs, are you also thinking of saying that? I already noticed!]
【What? What kind of riddle are you playing?】
Think back carefully, doesn't the streamer have a very strange passive skill—he's guaranteed to catch a fish with every new rod!
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This comment seemed to unlock the floodgates of everyone's memories.
[Holy crap! You know what? It's true! That 68.5kg fish I caught yesterday was caught with a brand new Guangwei fishing rod that I just opened!]
[Further ahead! Along the Labrador coastline, using a newly purchased Shimano rod!]
[Alaskan King Salmon Fishing! The fly rod is brand new! And I caught a migrating kingfish!]
[You guys mentioned that reminds me! When the streamer was living alone in the wilderness, he just picked up a broken branch from the riverbank and caught a huge trout! That was practically a new rod, right?!]
[Hiss—that sends chills down my spine! I don't think I've ever seen a streamer catch such a huge fish twice in a row using the same rod!]
[Case solved! The streamer definitely has some mystical abilities! We suggest all fishing tackle manufacturers just send him a new rod so he can use a new one every time he casts a line!]
Lin Yu'an looked at the increasingly outrageous comments with a sense of helplessness, feeling like he was being portrayed as a model of someone who had no skills and relied purely on luck!
He cleared his throat and said to the camera with a serious expression, "Ahem, it's a rumor! This is absolutely a rumor!"
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"This 'new rod law' is pure coincidence! Fishing relies on skill and understanding of the water conditions, it has nothing to do with whether the rod is new or old!"
"Today, I'll use this Guangwei to pull up another big guy for you, and personally debunk this rumor!"
However, the reality is cruel.
Over the course of the afternoon, Lin Yu'an tried more than a dozen different baits, different fishing depths and techniques. Occasionally, schools of fish would pass by on the sonar screen, but not a single one would bite.
As evening fell, the familiar long whistle of the ship once again echoed through the air, signaling the official end of the two-day Greenland Ice Fishing Open.
Lin Yu'an helplessly reeled in the fishing line and shrugged at the camera: "Uh—it seems this rumor can only be debunked next time—"
In the live stream room, a chorus of gloating "hahahaha" filled the air.
The awards ceremony was held on a temporary ice rink set up in the center of the arena.
When Lin Yu-an's name was called, the entire audience erupted in thunderous applause and cheers.
He won the championship for "heaviest single tail".
He accepted the locally-themed championship trophy, carved from walrus ivory, and the 50000...
The kroner cheque sign stood in front of the microphone.
"Thank you, thank you everyone." Lin Yu-an's acceptance speech was very brief.
"I'm just an ordinary person who loves fishing. It's a great honor to be here and compete with so many top experts."
"As for that record—I think it's more a gift from this magical sea, and—"
A little bit of good luck.
As soon as he finished speaking, Ennis took the microphone with a smile, his eyes sparkling with appreciation and affection for the young man.
"Lin, you're being modest. Luck always favors the prepared mind."
Ennis surveyed the entire arena, his voice amplified through the loudspeakers to every corner of the ice field: "But today, what I want to talk about is not his awe-inspiring power and skill, but his magnanimity and kindness that transcend victory and defeat."
"After making history, he did not choose to possess it, but chose to respect it."
"He allowed the sea god, who had lived for half a century," to return to the sea it guarded, with the reverence of humankind.
"Let us once again give a round of applause to this great guardian!"
The applause was thunderous and prolonged, even more enthusiastic than when the champion was announced.
After the applause subsided, Ennis seemed to suddenly remember something, and a look of "I almost forgot something important" appeared on his face.
He turned around and announced to everyone in an extremely solemn tone, "Oh, right, there's one more thing. I just received a call from headquarters in Florida."
"The chairman of the IGFA (International Angling Federation) annual selection committee watched the entire process of your struggle and release online. He asked me to pass on a message to you."
Ennis paused deliberately, whetting everyone's appetite.
"The judging panel has decided to exceptionally include your 205.5 kg Atlantic halibut in the final shortlist for this year's Outstanding Catch award!"
"Compete for the grand prize alongside the outstanding catches of four other top anglers from around the world!"
This announcement instantly caused a huge stir among the European and American anglers present!
"Directly into the final five? Skipping all preliminary rounds?"
"My God, this is unprecedented!"
Lin Yu'an paused for a moment, somewhat surprised: "This—there's an awards ceremony?"
In his view, fishing is ultimately a relatively niche outdoor sport, and receiving a certificate by mail is already quite a ceremony.
"Of course!" Ennis seemed to have heard something incredible when he heard this. He straightened his chest and his face showed a hint of pride that belonged to someone in the industry.
"Lin, that's no ordinary ceremony. It's the IGFA International Auction and Awards Gala, the grandest annual pilgrimage in our industry!"
"The date has been set for May 10th this year. That's because the weather in Florida is at its best then, and it's also the start of the tuna and swordfish season in the South."
"The world's 'big shots' all gather there."
"If you decide to go, I'll write a recommendation email to the chairman at headquarters right now, and you'll definitely receive a VIP invitation. All itinerary and accommodation will be arranged by the association."
Seeing Lin Yu'an's still somewhat confused expression, Ennis knew that he might not yet fully understand what kind of door his achievements would open for him.
He decided to give this newly minted world record holder a proper education.
"Lin, you have to understand, the people who came to that banquet were no ordinary people." Ennis's tone became serious and solemn.
"First, there are the members of the Hall of Fame. You'll see legendary figures whose names only appear on the covers of fishing magazines and in historical records."
"For example, the descendants of Bill Pie, who invented modern trolling techniques, and Peter B. Wright, who was the first to catch a black marlin weighing over 1000 pounds, are living fossils of this industry."
"Secondly, there are the industry giants. The CEOs of the three giants in the US fishing tackle industry—PureFishing Group, Shimano America, and Daiwa—attend in person every year."
"And the founders of top outdoor brands like YETI and Costa, any brand would be willing to spend a lot of money to sponsor your outfit just to get a chance to show their face at the dinner party."
"And then, the big players all over the world!" A hint of longing flashed in Ennis's eyes.
"Billionaires who own their own custom-built Viking or Hatteras deep-sea fishing boats, Wall Street financiers, and Middle Eastern princes."
"For them, fishing is not just a hobby, but a top-notch social activity. At a dinner party, the purchase contract for a limited-edition yacht might be finalized over a glass of champagne."
"Of course, there are also record holders, outstanding captains, scientists, and ocean conservationists from all over the world, just like you and me."
Ennis paused, then summarized: "So, it was more than just an awards ceremony. It had two main purposes."
"First, it's about recognition. It's about recognizing heroes like you who, in the past year, have challenged the limits of humanity and made history."
"Secondly, and more importantly—one is inheritance and fundraising."
"There will be a grand charity auction during the dinner. The items up for auction are incredibly diverse."
"It could be an antique bamboo fly rod used by President Kennedy, or it could be a dream trip to the Bahamas with a legendary captain to challenge bluefin tuna."
"Last year, a single night's auction raised over one million dollars for IGFA's youth education and marine fish research programs."
"It is a reminder to each of us that we are able to enjoy the thrill of battling giant creatures because of the pioneering efforts of our predecessors and the protection of the ocean."
"And we have a responsibility to carry on this cause."
After listening to Ennis's detailed explanation, Lin Yu'an truly realized that he had broken more than just a number.
He has earned a ticket to the highest level of the world's fishing sport.
There, he will no longer be a lonely challenger; he will meet souls who, like him, are filled with love and awe for the ocean.
"It sounds like—it's definitely not to be missed." A hint of anticipation ignited in Lin Yu'an's eyes. "Thank you, Ennis."
Thunderous applause erupted once again!
In Lin Yu'an's live stream, this message was like a nuclear bomb being detonated, with the density of comments even exceeding that of yesterday's record-breaking moment!
[Holy crap?! Did I hear that right? Does this mean the champion is already decided?!]
[The IGFA Annual Awards Gala! The Oscars of the fishing world?! The one held every year in Miami?]
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[Oh no, oh no, I'm really an international superstar now! I can't call him Anzi anymore, I have to call him God Lin!]
Immediately afterwards, a large group of astute viewers instantly grasped the huge commercial value behind this news, and the style of the comments changed drastically, with everyone frantically tagging a familiar name.
[@Guangwei Fishing Tackle @Guangwei Composite Materials, are you still there?! Can you hear me?! Miami! The ultimate entertainment hub! [i]]
[Guangwei! Wake up! You haven't just signed a spokesperson, you've signed someone who's about to go with Shimano...]
The CEO of Yamato is a world champion, chatting and laughing with ease!
If you don't seize this incredible wealth, I'll truly look down on you! Hurry up, sponsor the clothing!
Equipment! Funding! Get everything arranged!
[Brothers, this is all I can do for you! Whether Chinese brands can rise in Miami depends on your vision! @GuangweiFishingTackle]
Meanwhile, thousands of miles away in Weihai, China.
The headquarters building of Guangwei Group, the marketing department office.
Marketing Director Chen Hai and several subordinates were gathered around a huge screen, nervously watching Lin Yu'an's live broadcast.
When Ennis detailed the scale of the Miami dinner and announced that Lin Yu-an had been invited, the entire office erupted in a chorus of barely suppressed gasps.
"Miami—IGA—" a young employee muttered to himself, "Isn't that an event only top international brands like Pn and Shimano are qualified to attend?"
Chen Hai's breathing became rapid as he stared intently at the young figure standing in the center of the ice rink, the focus of the world's attention.
As a veteran with decades of experience in the industry, he knew better than anyone what that "dinner party" meant.
That was more than just an awards ceremony; it was the ultimate showcase of brand value and industry standing, a veritable battleground for the global fishing tackle industry!
For the past few decades, that stage has been firmly occupied by American and Japanese giants.
Chinese brands have never had the opportunity to stand on such a stage as "champions".
And now, the opportunity has arrived.
A world record set by a Chinese person.
A Chinese face that is about to stand at the top of the world.
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to inextricably link the name Guangwei with world records!
Chen Hai glanced at the barrage of comments in the live stream that were frantically tagging Guangwei, and then at the red-hot K-line chart of the company's stock on his phone.
He knew that this was no longer something he, as the marketing director, could decide.
He slammed his hand on the table, his eyes gleaming with an unprecedented light.
Grabbing his phone and a newly printed file containing Lin Yu'an's information from the table, he yelled at his still-dazed subordinate, "Get the car ready! I'm going to see the chairman!"
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