Am I destined to be cannon fodder? Unlock the system and lead the motherland

Chapter 71 Cute Pet Promotion
The little cat's eyes rolled around, and his mind was calculating: "These two grandparents have kind faces and gentle expressions. Most importantly, they have more dried fish than they can eat at home. This business is a sure win!"
So, the future little bully of the family did not hesitate. He kicked his legs and the furry ball rolled directly into the warm embrace of the old couple.

It looked at the old couple seriously: "Deal, oh no, it's a 'meow' deal! Grandpa and grandma, it's a deal! From today on, I will be your most loyal and well-organized little cat! From now on, please give me your guidance. My career as your little henchman has officially begun!"
Thinking about their future life, their home would be full of excitement! The raccoon cat would jump onto the sofa, then onto the desk, making the old couple laugh. They felt like they had returned to their youth, full of vigor and energy.

The funniest one is the fat orange dog who loves to eat. Among a bunch of cute little guys rolling around, this guy successfully stands out from the "army of cute pets" with his round and chubby body. The fat orange dog even successfully captured the heart of a retired cadre.

The old cadre is a man who has seen a lot of ups and downs. When he was young, he would not even blink an eye at a tiger, but now he is "conquered" by a chubby orange cat.

The old man looked at the fat orange cat's round and chubby appearance and was immediately melted by its cuteness.

He hugged the fat orange boy in his arms, as if he were holding a little grandson.

"Oh, little one, you're so adorable with all that fat on you! Don't worry, I have a generous pension here. I guarantee you'll have plenty of food to eat every day. I'll even have a little stash for you so you can buy whatever snacks you want!"

When the fat orange cat heard this, he meowed triumphantly, "Meow, meow, I finally found the organization! Now I can eat as much as I want without any worries! I won't be afraid of no one wanting me even if I eat myself into a ball!"

It also did not forget to rub against the old cadre's arms.

My previous owner disliked my fatness, but my current owner has way more money than my previous owner! Haha, I guess I've successfully 'changed jobs'!

This old and the young, one willing to pamper, the other happy to eat, are a perfect match.

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Some of the little guys didn't understand. They watched their companions leave the cage one by one, their furry little bodies trembling and the tips of their tails shaking.

However, the staff here are not ordinary "workers". They are the "Freud" of the animal world and the "chicken soup for the soul master" - "animal psychology SPA master"!
"Little ones, today we're at the 'Warm Home Search Center'! Don't worry, we're busy finding new homes for you all, ensuring that every little one can live a happy life like 'cats have fish to eat, dogs have meat to gnaw on.'"

Then another caring person cast a look at a certain little cutie that said, "We've confirmed through eye contact that we've met the right person," and expressed his willingness to adopt the little cutie.

The staff came running over and instantly turned on "super salesman" mode. Their eloquence was better than that of the rising stars of the talk show world and even better than that of Wang Po, the melon seller:
"Come, come, look at this little warrior—Comrade Little Black Dog. Even though he's encountered some setbacks before, and his eyes still have that little 'world is so big, I'm a little scared' look, he's a strong little guy who's weathered all the storms!"

"Oh? Black isn't your thing? No problem, we have so many styles here, there's bound to be one that will impress you! Look at this little dotted thing, it's like a vibrant little sun, so endearing, as if the world has lost its color without you. Bring it home, and life will be filled with color, sweeter than rainbow candy!"

This sales pitch is the "master of cuteness" in the sales world! A combination of mind reader and emotional expert, they can not only exaggerate the cuteness of small animals, but also accurately tug at the heartstrings of each potential adopter.

It would be a bit unreasonable not to adopt one!

A young and beautiful white-collar lady stopped for a long time and was attracted by a melancholy little white dog.

The staff kept their eyes and ears open and immediately switched to sales mode. Their voice drifted over:

"Hey, beautiful lady, look at this little melancholy creature's eyes. All it wants is a simple safe haven. I think, with your gentle temperament that can melt glaciers, it will definitely become the little cotton-padded jacket in your life that's more caring than a hot pack!"

A peculiar little black dog caught Yun Ximo's attention.

This fellow, unlike other puppies that jump around, is very leisurely, with an expression of "I have seen through the world". He curls up in a small corner of the cage, and uses his big watery eyes that can read "One Hundred Years of Solitude" to quietly scan every passerby, making people feel embarrassed not to say hello.

Its fur might be described as "natural and unrestrained," but its eyes, so clear they could serve as a mirror, are a true master of "killing glances." Seeing this, Yun Ximo immediately squatted down, patted the cage, and teased, "Hey, little guy, are you thinking about your life as a dog? Or are you daydreaming about a warm home?"

When the puppy heard the word "home," its tail wagged from side to side. Then, it slowly approached Yun Ximo's outstretched finger, gently nudged it with its nose, and said, "Because I was dressed in black, people disliked me. They said I was unlucky, so I was thrown far, far away. I couldn't find my way home. It wasn't until the heroes at the shelter showed up that I finally had a shelter from the wind and rain."
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After hearing this, Yun Ximo immediately transformed into a "spiritual mentor" and protected her child: "What's wrong with black? Who says black is a disaster color? Black is the same cool color as Batman! Who says you are unlucky? Those are all nonsense from people with no taste! Our little black is sleek and handsome! Don't doubt yourself, you are the most handsome boy!"

When the little black dog heard himself being praised, his head tilted and his eyes flickered with a look of "Really? Did I hear that right?"
[Am I really this good-looking? And also this… cute?]

Just as Yun Ximo was about to continue instilling the art of self-confidence into the little black dog, her sleeve was suddenly grabbed by a force that was neither too strong nor too weak.

She turned around and saw a little girl with a bow on her head, about ten years old, looking at her pitifully with her big eyes. She whispered, "Sister, I want to adopt the little black dog, but my family hasn't arrived yet and they're on the way. Can you...can you choose another dog first?"
Yun Ximo was puzzled and almost shouted, "Ah?"

What? Little girl, did you misunderstand something? You thought I was here to snatch the little black dog from her!
She smiled, squatted down, and had a serious talk with the little girl about the "business of raising a dog."

"Are you planning on taking the little black dog home as your little brother? This is a huge deal! You have to make sure every member of the family, from grandpa to grandma, from you to the potted plants, says 'welcome' to the little ones. And, oh, adoption isn't like playing house. Once you decide, it's a lifelong commitment. You have to be responsible until the end, understand? Responsibility is no joke."

When the little girl heard this, she nodded her head like a chicken pecking at rice. Her seriousness made Yun Ximo mutter to herself, "This little black dog, even the flowers of the motherland are smitten by its dog-like charm!"

The little girl was like a little sun, continuing to emit her speech waves.

"Sister, our home is like a small zoo, but they are all miniature versions! There is the goldfish Youyou, the hamster Qiuqiu, and a cat named Niuniu who always loves to play hide-and-seek. Now that the little black dog is here, our 'zoo' has officially been upgraded to the 'Four Divine Beasts Alliance'! I promise that the little black dog will definitely become our group's favorite, and his status will be even higher than mine at home, just a little bit!" "I will go with mom to buy dog ​​food for it, and we will also buy it a small nest. The little black dog's fur color is really unique and looks very cool. Its eyes can speak. I fell in love with it the first time I saw it."

Yun Ximo smiled and rubbed the little girl's cute "mushroom bow" and said gently, "Okay, okay, little friend and little adult, I will help you look after this little black dog first. When your family arrives, we will go through the adoption process."

When the little girl heard this, her eyes curved into crescents. "Sister! My name is Lele. Yes, the Lele who is so silly and cheerful all day long that even the neighbor's dog would wag its tail!"

Yun Ximo was also infected by the joyful atmosphere, and the corners of her mouth curled up: "Le Le, this name is very fitting. Such a lovely girl, how many jelly beans and rainbows must have been woven into it?"

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Lele took out a piece of chicken jerky from her pocket and said, "This is a snack for my cat. I'm sure the little black dog will like it too!"

Yun Ximo looked at the jerky and remembered that the owner of the little black dog had fed it chicken jerky before it became a stray. "Little black dog, it likes to eat chicken jerky. You have to be careful with it, otherwise the little black dog will change from 'Little Black' to 'Little Fatty Black'. Then, it might have to be renamed 'Black Ball'! Other people walk their dogs with a Greyhound, but you go out with Black Ball, and you're sure to get a lot of attention."

When Lele heard this, his eyes widened like two shining black pearls. He stood at attention like a little general and promised with a serious yet cute face: "I, Lele, will be the most responsible little owner and protect the healthy diet of the little black dog!"

So, the two stood in front of the cage, and Lele's little hand was like a small crane, reaching into the cage from time to time to give the little black dog some chicken jerky. The little black dog was still very hesitant at first, curling up in the corner like a shy kid, with an attitude of "I don't care".

But when the aroma of chicken jerky wafted over, it immediately perked up and stood up. Its big, clear eyes said, "Are you the angel who will take me home?"
It opened its mouth carefully, afraid that its fangs would accidentally touch Lele's tender little hand.

This scene amused the surrounding volunteers. They smiled as if their own children had finally found a good home.

As for the little black dog, his tail was wagging in a cheerful "tail-wagging song": [La la la, am I about to have a warm home and lots of love? Happiness comes too fast like a tornado.]
Then, the little black dog really lay down with its legs spread out, still wagging its tail.

Time passed by minute by minute, and every beat seemed to tug at Lele's anxious and expectant heartstrings.

Finally, Lele's mother slowly came into sight.

Lele's reaction was like a spark being ignited. She waved her hands and shouted happily: "Mom, Mom, you're here! You're really here!"

Lele's mother's eyes first stayed on Lele's face for a moment, and then turned to the unique little black dog in the cage.

This little black dog may be just one of thousands of pets in the eyes of outsiders, but Lele's mother knows what it means to Lele.

She squatted down and confirmed with Lele in a serious tone: "Lele, have you really thought about it and decided to adopt this unique little black dog? It's not as eye-catching as those colorful, lively and cute ones."

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Lele answered without hesitation. She nodded vigorously, her bright eyes flashing with unprecedented seriousness. "Yes, Mom, I want this little black dog. Its eyes tell me that it is special and that it is my friend. I believe that there is a special fate between us. I will take good care of it and let the little black dog feel that there is happiness in this world."

After listening to Lele's words full of sincerity and expectation, Lele's mother smiled gently, and her eyes flashed with recognition and encouragement for her daughter's innocence and kindness.

She nodded and said, "Okay, Lele, let's go and complete the adoption procedures. From now on, this little black dog will become an indispensable partner in your life, accompanying you through every happy moment."

When Lele heard this, she felt like she was illuminated by the sunshine of happiness, and little stars twinkled in her eyes.

She excitedly held her mother's hand, and every step she took was filled with anticipation and excitement for having a new friend.

The mother and daughter went straight to the staff to get the adoption application form, and even the wind in the air was filled with a bit of eagerness and joy.

As for the procedures, they were naturally smooth sailing, and it was done in an instant, just like eating a lightning biscuit.

The entire adoption process was filled with a fragrance called "warmth + happiness", which made people want to take a deep breath and inhale a few more times.

Finally, the exciting moment arrived. Lele's heart almost jumped out of her chest, and she held her mother's hand tightly.

As soon as the staff opened the cage, the little black dog rushed out like a little rocket, wagging its tail faster than an electric fan. Every movement was shouting: "New home, here I come!"

Lele squatted down and stroked the black dog's fur, which was as soft as clouds. "Xiao Heidou, no, Hei Niu! From today on, we are a family. Let's go home."

After saying that, Lele gave Heinu a "kiss on the forehead".

(End of this chapter)