Leisurely Traveler with Check-in System

At the moment Li Younan achieved the feat of shooting two fish with one arrow, a system task completion notification appeared: Congratulations on completing the clock-in task. Reward received: [Painting Skill +1].

Following this was the most extravagant skill synergy Li Younan had experienced since acquiring the system.

[Since the host possesses photography, carving, and makeup skills, the painting skill has laid the foundation for these skills]

[Photography Skill +2, Carving Skill +2, Makeup Skill +2]

The dazzling skill synergies left Li Younan momentarily stunned.

After a brief moment of surprise, Li Younan gradually calmed down, reflecting that it seemed quite reasonable — the painting skill could indeed serve as a foundation for the other three skills.

Previously, these skills existed independently, without much mutual influence. But with the painting skill, they transformed as if infused with a soul.

The only thing that puzzled him was that these three skills did not seem to enhance the painting skill, which remained at Level 1.

Next, Li Younan reviewed the four new skill descriptions.

[Painting Skill Level 1: Regardless of subject, style, or painting technique (such as sketching, color, realism, abstraction, etc.), can expertly wield, precisely present, and form complete artworks upon pen to paper, with no skill-based shortcomings or obstacles.]

Not excessively overpowered.

Impressive, but still within the realm of Li Younan’s understanding.

What’s exaggerated are the descriptions of the next three skills.

[Photography Skill Level 3: You have surpassed all limitations of equipment, scene, and subject—whether capturing moments, sculpting light, or expressing emotion, you achieve ”soul-defining” shots. If you devote time and energy wholeheartedly into creation, your work has a certain chance of being not just visual documentation but becoming a timeless classic that defines the aesthetic of an era, pioneering photographic genres. Your creative paradigm might be revered as an unsurpassable industry benchmark by future generations.]

[Makeup Skill Level 3: You have long transcended the realms of ”embellishment” and ”imitation,” truly ”crafting souls with makeup.” From ultra-realistic special effects makeup to imaginative artistic looks, all can be precisely realized. If you invest wholeheartedly in creation, there’s a chance to produce works carrying deep cultural and emotional core, while redefining the boundaries of makeup as art. Your creative philosophy and techniques can shape the future direction of the makeup industry.]

[Carving Skill Level 3: Reaching ultimate mastery of any material (stone, wood, metal, jade, etc.) to ”merge material and human in unity,” breathing life and thought into cold substances. When you devote yourself fully to creation, there’s a chance the carving not only achieves flawlessness in craft but becomes a time-transcending cultural symbol; the carving styles or techniques you innovate might become the ultimate models revered and studied by countless practitioners, even advancing the progress of carving art history.]

After reading the descriptions of the three skills, Li Younan was completely dumbfounded.

He had previously speculated that reaching Level 3 would be quite extraordinary, but never anticipated the extent would be this extravagant.

The skill descriptions all mentioned influencing future generations, pioneering genres—these are terms synonymous with the ranks of artists like Van Gogh and Da Vinci, spanning hundreds or even thousands of years!

Although the skills emphasize two critical elements: one being wholehearted investment in creation, another being a certain chance.

But even the great artists who influenced generations didn’t create masterpieces with every work.

Li Younan realized that should he wish, any of these three paths alone could guarantee him a comfortable life.

But after a brief surprise, Li Younan gradually calmed down.

He now became curious about what he could achieve by continuously clocking in and unlocking more skills.

He could now genuinely introduce himself as: a photographer, sculptor, archer, mountaineer, painter, handsome guy...

Although Li Younan’s mind was bustling with activity, only a few seconds had passed in reality.

He Gang still had his phone camera pointed at Li Younan, noticing him looking dazed now that the fish was pulled up, couldn’t help but ask, ”What’s up?”

Li Younan snapped back to reality, blinked and smiled, saying, ”Nothing, just feeling a bit... a bit surprised.”

Li Younan held the two fish in his hand — though pierced by an arrow, they were strung with fishing lines and still thrashing about alive.

Li Younan knew very well that the fresher the fish, the better the flavor, so he said, ”The best ingredients often don’t require complex cooking. You guys wait here a moment; I’ll take care of these two fish first.”

He Gang handed the phone back to Li Younan, who casually forwarded it to JK Long.

Having done this, Li Younan smiled and looked at Liu Yu, saying, ”Buddy, if nothing else let’s eat first; we can fish slowly after eating.”

Liu Yu huffed heavily through his nose, neither speaking nor acknowledging Li Younan.

Today, he was determined not to be swayed.

He Gang ambled over, glanced at the water’s commotion, and briefly wore an amused expression, saying, ”Do you want me to share some of my experiences?”

Liu Yu stubbornly shook his head, saying, ”Not necessary. I’m just having a bit of bad luck today.”

He Gang did want to say that fishing truly doesn’t rely on luck, but seeing Liu Yu’s stubborn demeanor, he really didn’t want to say any more.

Compared to Liu Yu, he naturally preferred Li Younan, especially after witnessing Li Younan’s impressive archery display, which truly captivated him.

At this moment, Li Younan was by the car handling the fish, prompting He Gang to excitedly go over and watch him cook.

In his car, Li Younan had self-heating rice on hand, so after dealing with the fish, it would pair perfectly with white rice.

Li Younan seemed very experienced in handling this kind of fish, and his cooking technique also surprised He Gang.

After some thought, he said, ”Why don’t I make this into a video too?”

Li Younan thought it was a good idea, so he let He Gang help with the filming.

By this time, Li Younan and He Gang had finished cooking the fish, but Liu Yu was stuck on his fishing box, unwilling to come and eat until he caught the next fish.

Li Younan called him twice, but he said, ”You guys eat first,” so Li Younan didn’t bother him anymore—everyone’s adults, missing a meal won’t kill anyone.

Li Younan and He Gang comfortably ate freshly fried fish, paired with white rice and soda.

After they were full, He Gang suggested that Li Younan try his hand at fishing.

Li Younan no longer had any tasks to finish, so he agreed, and they cleaned up their mess before following He Gang to his fishing spot.

He Gang originally intended to teach Li Younan how to use the fishing gear, but he was stunned when Li Younan directly opened the gear and started mixing bait.

He could see that Li Younan was obviously not a beginner; at this moment, he suddenly realized that Li Younan had never said he couldn’t fish, so he wisely didn’t offer any advice.

The bait Li Younan mixed was roughly similar to He Gang’s plan, but the proportions were a bit different.

This fragrant bait is not only attractive to big fish, but even more so to small fish. Li Younan smiled and explained, ”If you attract small fish, you can also draw types like bucktooth and redtail fish.” As he spoke, he replenished the bait and confidently cast his line.

He Gang stayed silent beside him, continuing to use his phone to film Li Younan.

Not far away, sitting on the fishing box, Liu Yu naturally noticed the commotion near Li Younan.

He glanced at Li Younan and snorted softly.

Just as he snorted, the rod moved, and a slight vibration transferred to his hand, bringing joy to his eyes—after sitting so long, his back ached, but the wait finally paid off!

He forcibly suppressed his excitement and stayed calm, guiding the fish in the water slowly.

Judging by the movement, it didn’t seem like a small fish.

Finally, the timing was right.

Lift the rod!

He was initially delighted, then frowned slightly, feeling a bit disappointed—he was delighted a fish was caught at last, and it wasn’t small; disappointed, however, because it was another crucian carp.

But having been empty-handed for so long, catching a crucian carp wasn’t bad.

He removed the fish, throwing it casually into the nearby fish basket.

Then, Liu Yu casually glanced towards Li Younan, and the next moment, his eyes widened, and his facial muscles slightly twitched.

He saw Li Younan quietly catching a fish too.

What Liu Yu couldn’t accept was that the fish Li Younan caught was not only bigger but a bucktooth fish!

Li Younan, smiling broadly, removed the struggling fish from the hook and tossed it into the basket.

At this time, Liu Yu noticed Li Younan seemed about to turn his face, so he quickly turned his gaze to the lake, pretending he hadn’t seen Li Younan’s catch moment.

However, Li Younan didn’t intend to let Liu Yu off, smiling as he shouted, ”Liu Yu, I just caught a bucktooth fish; did you have any luck over there?”

Liu Yu stared at his fish basket for a moment, gritting his teeth, ”You’re pretty lucky.”

Li Younan shouted back, ”What? What did you say? I didn’t hear it clearly.”

Liu Yu sighed deeply, calming his expression before turning to say to Li Younan, ”I said congratulations.”

Li Younan chuckled, ”You need to keep at it too.”

As he spoke, Li Younan cast his line again.

Liu Yu took a deep breath, silently telling himself to stay calm; that guy is just lucky, and besides, the fishing master named He Gang indeed knows a thing or two about bait placement.

Don’t lose your cool now.

Catching big fish means either several hours with no catch or a series of catches.

He baited the hook again and dropped it, but he immediately heard Li Younan making a commotion over there, ”Whoa, another bite! Another bite!”

Liu Yu’s palm trembled instantly, and at the same time, his stomach growled.