In this chapter, the protagonist is introduced to the characters of the novel. He is introduced as a young man who has just come from the countryside. He has come to help his friend Luyan win a fishing competition. He tells Luyan that he has an idea that will help him win the competition. Luyan tells the protagonist that there is no selling fish market in the countryside, and that someone is trying to lead them to the beach. The protagonist is impressed by Luyan's ability to catch fish with his bare hands, and he is so in love with him that he wants to vote for him in the competition