Baskets were being weighed one after another, with onlookers craning their necks, eager to see if there were any other treasures among the goods.
However, they were bound to be disappointed, for what followed were only some common items.
But the sight of the large catfish weighing over 55 pounds sparked lively discussion amongst them.
After settling the paperwork, the family of three cheerfully made their way home.
They planned to return to the dock later when A-Cai called to say a buyer had arrived.
As they walked, they discussed how much they should sell the fish for.
Ye Yaodong couldn't be certain about the fish's price at the moment, so he decided to play it by ear.
"Right now, we're just talking; once the buyer arrives, we can see what he offers and decide whether to push for more," he said.
"True, we don’t even know how much to ask."
"We're counting on the fish maw from this one."
The family continued their conversation as a light rain fell, making their way home...
By the time they reached their doorstep, the rain had stopped, and the previously dark sky was now clear.
The sky, washed clean by the rain, looked exceptionally blue and pure, as if all gloom had been washed away.
Due to the heavy rain, work at the construction site had paused temporarily.