Chapter 407 Beside the Ruoshui River (2/2)

In actual fact, he could not have been considered weak, but in comparison to the other villagers, his strength was clearly much lesser.

Everyone was afraid that he would encounter some sort of danger since the teenagers would always bring him along to their group activities. Fifteen years passed by in a flash, and Chen Jinchan seemed to have gotten used to these kind of days.

The youths that have scattered were not that far away, and from the distance, they watched Chen Jinchan, worried that the Honourable Witch might reprimand him.

Because he was quiet by nature, Chan Jinchan had a quality unlike them, so he gained quite a bit of popularity.

Having heard the Honourable Witch's question, he softly replied, ”Dear Honourable Witch, I've observed the ants moving their nest countless times, and I noticed that every single time they move from the low ground to higher up, the rain come not long after. I think this is a very curious phenomenon, that is why I was thinking about it.”

The Honourable Witch then said, ”Even the most humble of creatures have perception. Small as these ants may be, the perception they have is particularly heightened. That is why they can predict the dangers that come from the natural world and make preparations to flee and save their lives. You, being able to notice this phenomenon, is no small feat. If you wish to deepen your knowledge, I can be your teacher. Are you willing to learn?”

Chen Jinchan was a bit surprised, as his status was that of an outsider. Furthermore, the Honourable Witch did not accept disciples. He absolutely never would have thought that the opportunity would knock on his door. Even though he never desired for anything, he could not be happier, and immediately nodded with assent.

Faintly came the answer, ”According to etiquette, the apprentice must present something for the master. Go to the Ruoshui River and bring back one fish.”

Chen Jinchan had no reason to disagree, he waved goodbye and left. The other kids quickly surrounded him and he then told them the details, earning the admiration of everyone. However they were worried that something might happen to him at the Ruoshui River, and so they bravely volunteered to help him.

He declined, as he knew that the Honourable Witch would not be very happy if she found out that others had helped him.

After he borrowed a set of fishing gear and a straw rain cape, he quickly set off in the direction of the river. He admitted that he had never read before, but he knew the principle that undue delay may give rise to hitches, hence he departed as soon as he could. But as soon as he reached to the river bank, there was wind and rain. Even though he expected the rain, he did not think that it would come so fast. Fortunately, he was wearing the straw rain cape.Find authorized novels in Webnovel，faster updates, better experience，Please clickfor visiting.

In fact, his quiet demeanor gave him added advantages in fishing, compared to the rest of his friends. Even when he cast the bait into the water, calmly, he could feel the undercurrent below the surface of the water. More than that, he could even picture the fish taking the lure, it was floating clearly in his mind, and this was something he never told anyone.

But that day was odd. Not even a single fish appeared in the river. He then saw something even more incomprehensible, he did not know when, but at some point in time, not far from him, there appeared a delicate young person, who managed to hook a fish and placed it in his own basket. Chen Jinchan's opened his eyes wide and enhanced his perception to its peak, but noticed that the waters were completely empty and devoid of fish.

He thought he was seeing things, but the young person then hooked up a second fish. He look at Chen Jinchan and smiled at him, just like the spring wind and autumn rain, which left Chen Jinchan feeling a sense of familiarity and comfort.