Zhang Yang carefully weighed his options in his mind for at least ten seconds before slowly saying, "If someone else asked me this question, I would definitely discourage them.
But if it's you, I think from both personal qualities and material foundation perspectives, you have a certain chance in competitive fishing!"
Hearing that Zhang Yang seriously considered and agreed with his idea, Meng Fan was a bit excited, his eyes shining.
"Yes, there is a chance!
However, your understanding of systematic knowledge in competitive fishing is lacking. It's best to find a team or a reliable mentor to refine your skills for a few years!
Once your basic skills and systematic knowledge are fully developed, as long as you're not too unlucky, you could achieve results in at most two years."
"Uh, do you have someone suitable in mind? Since you say this, it can't just be empty talk.
By the way, didn't you mention that you have a relative or a friend who also competes? Could you help arrange something for me?"
When Zhang Yang first opened his shop, he did make such comments to endorse his products, but he stopped mentioning it after his products gained some recognition. He didn't expect Meng Fan to remember it!
"That friend of mine isn't a big deal, won't be much help to your situation.
If you want to achieve results, the best option is to find a mature competitive team, mix into the circle. With your aptitude and cleverness, you'll fit in quickly.
Although the competitive matches seem like individual competitions in terms of rules, in the current overall environment, they are actually team games!
Going solo won't win you any benefits!"
"Then who do you think is suitable? Do you have connections or acquaintances you can talk to? Help arrange something for me.
Don't worry, even if I become a Grandmaster, I'll always be an employee of our company, I, Meng Fan, guarantee that!"
Meng Fan thought deeply, even considering various scenarios after becoming famous, patting his chest and assuring Zhang Yang.
If it's about learning skills or asking about specific fishing techniques, Zhang Yang can absolutely teach them clearly. But recommending a team or place for Meng Fan to verify is beyond his reach.
Throughout his life, Zhang Yang might have run a successful company and stream with flourish, but he's never participated in a proper national competition, meaning he has no friends in the competitive circle.
Feeling a bit awkward, Zhang Yang scratched his head, "You know my situation too, I might know a bit about the competitive circle but when it comes to connections, I truly have no reliable friends!
Currently, the competitive circle mainly comprises a few big teams, I'll briefly mention them to you.
Later, let Old Zhao help you inquire, he communicates with agents frequently, some agents are descendants of big figures in the competitive teams.
Currently, in the domestic competitive circle, there are many small competitors, let's focus on the large-scale established teams.
First, Wuhan Tianyuan, led by Deng Gang, Teacher Deng's team, comprehensive in technology, very united, with a very comprehensive tactical style and technical approach.
Second, the Hua Clan team. Old Master Hua is also highly prestigious, they regularly host fishing school admissions annually. Many fishing champions have emerged, frequently winning awards in various big competitions.
Third, the Zhongsheng Team, the comprehensive reputation of fishing champion Lv Zhongsheng might be slightly inferior, but in terms of team capabilities and influence in the circle, they are no less than the previous two, with the top anglers having incredibly impressive fighting power!
These three teams have numerous disciples due to the founders' personal influence or the commercial allure of their fishing tackle companies.
If you want to find a strong connection, I suggest looking among these three, though there are other small teams and top anglers, I wouldn't recommend them due to their unsatisfactory atmosphere!"
The big names Zhang Yang mentioned, Meng Fan had heard of them too, except perhaps the Zhongsheng team was a bit unfamiliar, but he himself used some fishing products from the Hua Clan and Tianyuan.
"So... could you ask President Zhao to inquire for me?"
Fully understanding Zhang Yang's temperament, Meng Fan made his request straightforwardly without beating around the bush.
"Alright, I'll give you a response by tomorrow at the latest!"
"If I really go chase the competition, what about your stream? Do you want me to find someone for you?" Meng Fan asked about the streaming issue after Zhang Yang agreed.
Zhang Yang grinned, "Don't worry, I'll bring over Han Qiang or Zhou Chu, personnel won't be an issue! Let's wait for the news, I'll give you a response after I ask tomorrow!"
"Alright then! I'll head out now! Once I become a Fishing King, I'll cut your endorsement fee in half!"
"Get lost, drive safely on the way!"
Watching Meng Fan drive away, Zhang Yang stood staring at the increasingly distant silhouette, slightly lost in thought.
If back then I had the material conditions like Meng Fan, perhaps I could have achieved results even earlier?
I wouldn't have had to dip into the family savings to chase competitions, and maybe my father's illness could have been managed until a special drug came out.
In a quiet moment, Zhang Yang, slightly tipsy, felt a complex mix of emotions in his heart.
With great execution, Zhang Yang found Old Zhao the next morning to inquire about connections in the major teams.
As it happened, a major distributor of Zhongsheng Fishing Tackle had a good relationship with Old Zhao. A simple inquiry, and the other party agreed to drop a word with Old Lv, allowing Meng Fan to apprentice under him.
As long as Meng Fan's performance is satisfactory after he goes, and he passes the assessments in all respects, he can directly apprentice under the fishing king Lv Zhongsheng, officially gaining credentials as a disciple of the school.