Chapter 3: My Fishing Grounds, My Fish

In fact, during my childhood, it was still possible to see such a starry sky in my hometown during the Qin Dynasty. In those summer nights, when there were no fans or air conditioning at home, the whole family would take small stools and sit with neighbors in the village's threshing ground to enjoy the coolness.

The dizziness and nausea finally began to subside. Qin Shiao slowly opened his eyes while swallowing saliva. As he turned his head, he suddenly became fully alert, with all negative sensations being expelled by a sense of wonder.

Qin Shiyou looked at all of this, feeling a sense of satisfaction in his heart

It is hard to describe the feeling; as the plane accelerated forward, Qin Shimao's heart suddenly raced, pounding fiercely. A strong sense of suffocation filled his chest, causing him to breathe rapidly and his vision to darken. Subsequently, a distorted aerial view appeared in his mind, and the food in his stomach surged towards his throat. He exerted great willpower to suppress the urge to gag.

The flight attendant beside him was still whispering in his ear, softly comforting him, and a faint fragrance wafted into his nose, making him involuntarily recall the locust flowers from his hometown during the Dragon Boat Festival

He has never eaten cod before, and now he is sharpening his knife, planning to catch two cod as soon as he arrives at the fishing grounds, whether it be steamed, braised, or boiled fish, let's go

Hello, are you feeling better?" the flight attendant asked with a smile, gently assisting Qin Shiao to his seat at Auerbach's side, while explaining to the latter, "Would you mind switching seats with this gentleman? He is not suited to sit by the window.

St. John's Airport is approximately 10 kilometers from the city center, and taxis are scarce, unlike domestic airports that are bustling with people. While on the plane, Qin Shiao noticed that this so-called provincial capital city is somewhat small and not very prosperous. Taking a taxi to the downtown area, the spacious and clean streets have only a few pedestrians scattered about.

Originally, this made him overjoyed, as he could witness the magnificent scene of countless lights after the plane took off. However, once the plane ascended, Qin Shiao looked down through the round window, and his expression suddenly changed.

"It's nothing, this gentleman is just a bit afraid of heights, which is quite common." A soft and pleasant voice gradually emerged.

At this moment, the sun is just rising, and a gentle orange hue drifts up from the east, resembling the shy smile of a young girl. Soon, the brilliant morning sun leaps forth, casting myriad rays of light across the surface of the sea, instantly dispelling the last remnants of darkness.

However, Auerbach disagreed; he laughed and said, "The air in Toronto is truly poor. Trust me, young man, once you go to Farewell Town, you will find the air there is sweet"

Upon disembarking during the layover, Qin Shiao was struck with awe at the moment he looked up. The magnificent Milky Way resembled scattered gems on a piece of black satin, with stars of varying sizes, all twinkling with the same brilliant and gentle light

This is the starry sky, a familiar yet unfamiliar starry sky. As he gazes upward, Qin Shihou momentarily feels a sense of solitude standing tall on the vast earth. He wonders if, five thousand years ago, when the ancestors of Yan and Huang first beheld the clear starry sky, they too were as moved as he is now

On the plane, Auerbach took the opportunity to provide him with some knowledge. St. John's is the capital city of the province of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the nearby waters are famous for their cod fishing grounds. The Daqin fishing grounds that he is set to inherit are part of these cod fishing grounds.

His name contains the character "鸥" (seagull), so he has long yearned for this magnificent ocean bird since childhood. Unfortunately, in Haidao City, the coastal environment has been severely damaged, and the seagulls have long since vanished. Now, across the distant ocean, he has finally seen this seabird.

Canada's cod is renowned worldwide. During my middle school geography class, I still remember the textbook's description of the Newfoundland fishing grounds— a prosperous place where one can walk ashore on cod.

They are transiting at Toronto Pearson International Airport. Due to the time difference, Toronto in the Eastern Standard Time Zone is more than twelve hours behind Kyoto in the China Standard Time Zone, and it is still nighttime.

At this moment, sitting in the Auerbach seat is a woman with black hair. Her features are exquisite like porcelain, her cherry-red lips are naturally tinted, and her light blue eyes resemble a clear sky after rain. Unlike the coarse skin typical of many Caucasian women, her skin is smooth and delicate like warm jade, radiating a soft, beautiful glow under the orange light

As soon as he spoke, he heard Auerbach's laughter

Toronto is the largest city in Ontario, and the name Ontario originates from the language of the Indigenous peoples, meaning "sparkling water." True to its name, this place boasts Hudson Bay to the north and the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River to the south, with air renowned for its abundant moisture.

During boarding, there were flight attendants guiding passengers, and naturally, the flight attendants were all blonde-haired and blue-eyed beauties. Qin Shi Ou watched with delight, and upon taking his seat, he discovered that his seat was by the window

"Mom, I feel nauseous!" Qin Shiao desperately imagined himself in the fields of his hometown, and when that melodious voice prompted him to express his feelings, he couldn't help but blurt out this statement

Qin Shiyou was extremely excited as he was about to approach the fishing grounds. He felt a sense of homesickness, even more intense than usual, standing on the deck, being caressed by the brisk sea breeze, to the point that he could hardly feel the chill in the air

Continuing, Qin Shiao felt a small hand on his forehead move to his palm. Someone said: "Relax, sir, take a deep breath. Come, breathe deeply with my rhythm. Imagine that you are sitting at the dining table at home, or in the yard, or in the fields, and your parents are right beside you... Do you see them? They are smiling at you. Is there anything you want to say? Slowly share your thoughts with your parents..."

How many years have passed? He thought he had forgotten that period of time, but now, upon seeing the brilliant starry sky in distant Canada, he realizes that the childhood years carrying his most beautiful memories have never left; they are merely hidden deep within his heart.

Qin Shiyou continuously took deep breaths and said, "The air here is quite good"

The boundless darkness and the ubiquitous starlight compose the main theme of the vast firmament, and standing on the earth, Qin Shimao felt an inexplicable emotion

Moreover, in the Bay Area, rows of colorful wooden buildings are haphazardly constructed, exuding a sense of languid charm

"Could you please take a look at my friend? He seems to be suffering from motion sickness," Auerbach said with a wry smile

The same elegance, the same sweetness

The Boeing 777 flying from Kyoto to Toronto is adorned with cloud patterns, featuring a light blue color scheme. Its length is nearly 70 meters, and its wingspan exceeds 60 meters. The sleek body design gives it an aesthetic appeal, and the colorful livery radiates a dreamlike hue under the night sky, leaving Qin Shiao excited.

This flight is quite long, lasting a total of twelve to thirteen hours. During this time, the flight attendants continuously move about, but the flight attendant who had previously comforted him has not appeared again. Auerbach inquired about the flight attendant distributing the boxed meals and learned that the earlier flight attendant was the chief attendant of this crew

"Your fishing grounds are located to the southeast; it is a fantastic position where the Labrador Current and the Gulf Stream converge within your fishing area," Auerbach said with a smile while standing on the deck

The appearance of seagulls indicates that land is not far away; soon, a small island emerged

"This is what I should do, sir. I wish you a pleasant journey. Goodbye." The flight attendant smiled gently as she reached out to turn off the call button above Qin Shiao's head. Once again, he caught a whiff of the sweet fragrance reminiscent of locust flowers.

As the plane descended, it was precisely dawn. When the aircraft was flying at a relatively low altitude, Qin Shiao could barely accept this height. He looked out of the window, and the first thing that caught his eye was the vast expanse of the deep blue sea.

After the flight attendant glanced at Qin Shiao, she quickly left. Shortly thereafter, Qin Shiao felt a gentle, slightly cool hand touch his forehead

A well-tailored royal blue flight attendant uniform perfectly accentuated her slender figure, while a sweet smile adorned her delicate face as she gently gazed at Qin Shiaoou, creating an illusion for the latter that a fairy had gracefully emerged from a painting.

However, the landscape of this city is beyond words. As soon as one steps off the vehicle, a fresh sea breeze, tinged with a faint briny scent, greets them. Qin Shiao now finds everything novel and intriguing. Upon arriving at the dock and boarding a fishing vessel, he also observes chunks of floating ice swaying gently in the water, carried by the ocean currents.

At this moment, the vast sea seems to transform into the orange juice that Qinshi Ouh loved most in his childhood, as the light of the morning sun pierces through the rippling waves, turning this expanse of ocean into a dreamlike sea

Auerbach smiled and said, "To my utmost pleasure"

Unfortunately, until the plane landed, Qin Shiao did not encounter that understanding flight attendant again

The airplane roared as it began its second ascent, and Auerbach was startled by a deep breath. At this moment, Qin Shiou no longer exhibited the spirited demeanor he had when he first boarded the plane; instead, his face was pale, drenched in cold sweat, and his hands were tightly gripping the co-pilot, appearing as if he were suffering from organ failure.

The flight attendant nodded again, and Qin Shiao hurriedly expressed his gratitude, saying: "Thank you for your understanding, I feel much better now. If it weren't for you, I really wouldn't know what to do on this journey."

The flight attendant with flaxen hair smiled politely at him and said, "It would be better for you to ask her about such matters in person."

What is her name?" Qin Shiao asked

As Qin Shiao took a seat, the flight attendant gently nodded, adjusted her suit, and stood up. Her beautifully curved legs, long and straight, exuded an enchanting ivory hue beneath the covering of flesh-colored crystal stockings

Chirp! Chirp! A few crisp bird calls rang out,迎着海风, four or five snow-white seagulls glided down.

Although it is referred to as a small island, in fact, the island is not small at all. The area of Qinshi O is estimated to be over 400 square kilometers. Upon seeing this island, he felt a surge of excitement, for he had arrived at his fishing grounds

Auerbach calmly grasped his wrist and pressed the call button above his head, and soon a flight attendant dressed in a sky-blue uniform and black high heels approached briskly

In the evening, after playing with friends, Qin Shiao would lie on the warm, smooth threshing ground, foolishly gazing up at the starry sky

Once again boarding the plane, the next destination is St. John's City