The Crown Princess is busy fishing

"You were only out for a morning, how did you manage to catch so many?"

“That’s right, Yuge, you went out all by yourself and managed to catch so many fish,” Aunt Wen said from the side.

Lin Yuge thought this was normal, after all, she had gone to the sea to scout the location beforehand.

After thinking for a moment, she replied, "Maybe there are more fish in the area I was looking for!"

After saying that, she looked at the swimming crabs that kept trying to escape and said, "Mother, could you please get me some rope? These crabs need to be tied up, otherwise they'll keep running out."

Xie Jingwan hurriedly went home to get a hemp rope.

She handed the rope to her daughter and watched as her daughter skillfully tied up the menacing swimming crabs one by one.

After watching for a while, she also started to learn how to tie it.

Even after being bound, the swimming crabs struggled unwillingly, trying to break free of the ropes, but to no avail.

Seeing this, the others came over to help.

In no time, the basket of crabs was tied up tightly.

Then everyone helped to pick out all the fish from the fish hold.

Someone noticed the edible coral fish and asked curiously, "Yuge, why are all your fish so colorful?"

Lin Yuge explained with a smile, "Aunt Hua, those are coral fish, an unexpected find from this trip at sea."

"These fish are not easy to catch. They usually live near coral reefs. We were really lucky to catch them this time."

"Moreover, they have high requirements for their living environment, and they are prone to dying if they are away from seawater for too long."

Then she thought for a moment and said, “Mother, I plan to take these fish to Dawankou in a little while, but you have to come with me this time, I can’t carry these fish by myself.”

Xie Jingwan patted her and said with a laugh, "Of course your mother will go with you, otherwise you really think you're made of iron."

To thank those who helped, Lin Yuge brought back a few fish and a few crabs for each person.

The two bid farewell to everyone and hurriedly headed towards the mouth of the bay with their boat full of fish.

This time, Lin Yuge was in charge of the boat. Xie Jingwan watched curiously as she maneuvered the small boat, feeling somewhat eager to try.

Lin Yuge saw through her thoughts and suggested, "Mother, why don't you give it a try?"

"Okay!"

Xie Jingwan excitedly walked to the helm, while Lin Yuge patiently explained the operating techniques.

Xie Jingwan carefully gripped the rudder and tried to turn it, but the small boat suddenly rocked, startling her so much that she quickly let go.

Lin Yuge smiled and comforted her, "Mother, don't be nervous, take your time."

Xie Jingwan took a deep breath and gripped the rudder again.

This time she turned the boat more carefully, and the small boat slowly changed direction.

However, after a short while, she lost control of the boat again, and the small boat began to spin on the water.

Xie Jingwan said somewhat dejectedly, "It seems that sailing a boat is really not an easy task. I really don't have any talent for this."

Lin Yuge smiled and said, "Mother, it's alright, it takes some time and experience. You see, I didn't master it all at once either."

Xie Jingwan nodded, watching her daughter skillfully maneuver the small boat.

He couldn't help but sigh, "Yuge, you've really grown up. You can stand on your own now."

Lin Yuge smiled and began to paint a rosy picture for her.

"Mother, once I've earned some money, I'll hire someone to sail your boat, and then you can go wherever you want!"

"You're becoming less and less like a girl. How will you ever get married?" Xie Jingwan was both happy and worried.

"Mother, there's no rush. Don't forget we're still burdened with guilt. Thinking about that is too far ahead. Let's focus on the present!"

"Yeah, let's not think about that anymore! Where are you planning to sell these fish?"

Lin Yuge thought for a moment and said, "Mother, there are quite a few good ones among these fish. I've decided to ask Brother Lu and the others if they want them first, and then we can deal with the rest."

After the boat docked, I paid the berthing fee.

Lin Yuge spent another three coins to ask the little beggar to help deliver a message to Tingtao Pavilion, and the two of them sat there waiting.

A little while later, Lu Ziheng arrived in a hurry with Uncle Qian, followed by several servants.

Even from a distance, I heard him call out, "Auntie, Lin Xiaomei, is it really you? I thought that kid was lying to me!"

Then he said with a look of surprise, "Little Sister Lin, you've only been back for a little over a day, and you've already caught all these fish."

Lin Yuge could tell he was joking, so she didn't respond.

He said directly, "Brother Lu, take a look at these fish, do you need any?"

Upon hearing this, Lu Ziheng looked into the cabin and his eyes lit up.

He quickly called out to those behind him, "Uncle Qian, come and take a look at these fish!"

Uncle Qian stepped forward and immediately exclaimed, "Young Master, there are so many red fish! And what's that?"

Lu Ziheng looked in the direction he was pointing, somewhat surprised and uncertain.

"Little Sister Lin, is this a sea cucumber? I've never seen such a big sea cucumber before!"

Lin Yuge smiled and nodded, explaining to them, "This is a plum blossom sea cucumber, the largest variety of sea cucumber. The largest can grow to over a meter long!"

"Miss Lin, we've never seen this strange thing before. Can it taste good?"

"Uncle Qian, don't worry! It's definitely edible, and it's a very nourishing food."

"These sea cucumbers are rare in the sea. I was lucky to find one."

"Its meat is delicious and nutritious, and whether it is used to make soup or stew, the flavor is extremely rich."

"Think about it, Brother Lu's restaurant has always attracted customers with its novel and delicious dishes. Once this plum blossom ginseng is launched, it will definitely cause quite a stir."

"Then the business will be even more booming."

Lu Ziheng also thought of this and nodded repeatedly.

"Lin Xiaomei understands me best. Uncle Qian, hurry up and call the others to bring all these fish back to the restaurant."

Lin Yuge quickly stopped him, "Brother Lu, you want all of these? Can your restaurant even use them all?"

"Little Sister Lin, you don't understand! These red fish aren't meant to be eaten right away."

"My restaurant has a chef from Danzhou who can make these fish into dried red fish. Using it to stew meat is the real delicacy!"

After he finished speaking, he kept smacking his lips.

When the name Danzhou red fish was mentioned, Lin Yuge recalled a famous historical figure who had praised it highly, and he began to believe what the man said.

"What about the other fish?"

"Don't worry! These fish are all very fresh, and there are quite a few good ones among them. Our restaurant is really short of these!"

"And these crabs too. It's crab season now, and a lot of people have been asking me for them these past few days. I'll take as many as you have."

Upon hearing this, Xie Jingwan was taken aback and quickly asked him, "Ziheng, are these crabs so popular?"

Lu Ziheng nodded in agreement, "Yes, Auntie, but crabs are only at their fattest during this period, so they can fetch a good price."

Xie Jingwan seemed lost in thought and remained silent.

The servants carried all the fish and crabs off the boat. Lu Ziheng said, "Let's go to my restaurant and have a seat. We can weigh them there."