Crossing the famine to find the white moonlight

Chapter 206: First Catch

As time passed, life in the valley gradually settled into normalcy. Farmland flourished with lush greenery thanks to the irrigation system. And the fish farm, under the meticulous care of Ye Wan and Xie Linchuan, quietly prospered. The fry swam and grew in the clear water, which remained consistently fresh. It felt as if this valley was isolated from the world, peaceful, and full of hope.

After a period of observation, Ye Wan and Xie Linchuan both felt that the ecological environment of the fish farm had stabilized and the fish population was growing faster than they had expected. To test all their efforts, Ye Wan decided to lead everyone in their first catch today.

Preparation for fishing

The morning air was a bit chilly, but the sunlight filtered through the treetops onto the ground, casting a golden glow over the entire valley, casting a blanket of warmth. Ye Wan walked to the edge of the fishing grounds, looking down at the ripples on the water, her heart filled with anticipation.

"Today, let's check the harvest of the fish farm." She said to Xie Linchuan with a smile.

Xie Linchuan nodded, his eyes cast into the water, "Looking at the fish on the surface, it should be time for the first catch."

Following Ye Wan's instructions, the team members arrived at the fishing grounds one after another, each with excitement on their faces. After all, this was the first reward for their hard work and dedication, and everyone was looking forward to reaping the rewards.

"Have you prepared the fishing net?" Ye Wan asked.

"We're ready, Sister Ye." Wang Rui and Li Xue came over with fishing tools, holding a number of trimmed fishing nets in their hands. The mesh size was just right, which could effectively catch mature fish.

Everyone worked in an orderly and clear division of labor. Several team members were responsible for pulling the nets, while others prepared the bamboo rafts to ensure the catch could be quickly transferred after landing. Ye Wan and Xie Linchuan stood by, observing the situation at the fishing grounds and directing everyone's actions.

Casting the Net and Harvesting

"Let's get started." Ye Wan gave the order, and the team members quickly got to work. Several fishing nets were thrown into the water, and ripples immediately appeared on the surface.

"Look everyone, the fish are responding!" Li Xue shouted happily, pointing at the water surface.

On the surface, schools of fish swam around the fishing net like shadows. As the net slowly drew closer, the fish, bewildered, leaped up one after another, trying to break free from the mesh. Ye Wan could sense that after such a long period of nurturing and waiting, today's harvest would surely be bountiful.

"Keep steady, don't rush, keep the rhythm." Xie Linchuan whispered, with a gleam in his eyes that could not be ignored.

As the nets were gradually tightened, more and more fish appeared in the water. The joyful sounds of their leaping bodies blended with the waves on the surface, creating a vibrant scene. The team members were all beaming with excitement. Although the fish were small, their energy and vigor touched everyone's heart.

After a while, the fishing net was finally pulled up completely, and the team members quickly took out the fish in the net one by one and put them into the bamboo baskets prepared in advance.

"There are too many! These fish are so lively and much bigger than we expected." Wang Rui shouted loudly, his excited voice almost drowning out the waves on the water.

Ye Wan and Xie Linchuan smiled at each other, their hearts filled with satisfaction and a sense of accomplishment as they watched everyone busy at work. The fishery's first catch meant their efforts had finally paid off, and it also marked a solid step forward for the team on the road to self-sufficiency.

A bumper harvest of fish

As net after net was pulled up, bamboo baskets filled with leaping fish. Although the scale of this catch was not large, each fish symbolized the team's hard work and dedication over the past few months.

"These fish look very healthy. The water quality is well maintained." Xie Linchuan nodded as he checked the fish's condition. "I didn't find anything unusual. It seems our fishery is running quite smoothly."

Ye Wan walked over to him with a smile and whispered, "Yes, our fish farm has been successful in its first step. As these fish continue to reproduce, the fish farm's output will increase."

The fishing team gradually brought their catch to the shore, eager to see the fish. Their scales gleamed in the sunlight, and water droplets slid down their bodies, creating beautiful arcs.

"Great! We can finally taste self-sufficient fish!" Li Xue said excitedly.

Everyone gathered together, their faces filled with satisfied smiles. Although these fish were only a temporary, initial harvest, they meant that their future would no longer depend on external resources, but would rely on their own labor and wisdom to make a living.

The joy of the team

After the fishing was successfully completed, the team members gathered around the bamboo baskets to discuss the distribution of the catch. They decided to keep most of the fish and catch more when the team needed food.

"Everyone has worked hard today. Our fishery has achieved initial results. Next, we must continue to maintain this ecosystem so that it can operate sustainably and stably." Ye Wan said with emotion as she looked at the fish in her hand.

"Yes, Sister Ye, we did it!" Wang Rui's voice was filled with pride. "I feel that we are no longer wanderers relying on the outside world, but people who can take root in this valley."

Xie Linchuan stood aside, his gaze gently sweeping over each team member, a hint of pride in his silence. "Everyone's hard work has finally paid off. The success of the fishery is our shared achievement."

Ye Wan looked at Xie Linchuan with a smile, her heart filled with gratitude. "Yes, all of this is our joint achievement. Next, we must continue to work hard to make this land and this body of water our true home."

As the sun slowly sets, the surface of the fishing grounds shimmers in the golden afterglow, and the fish swim happily, as if telling the future of this valley. The team members sit together, sharing this hard-earned joy, their hearts filled with confidence and anticipation for the future.