Live Cat Appraisal: Starting with a Beast That's Got a Long Prison Record

Chapter 224 The Evolved Little Mimi

"Indeed, if you look closely, it is indeed different from a domestic cat."

"It has a wildness that even domestic cats don't have!"

After unlocking the 'Scottish Wildcat' illustration, cat lovers were immediately drawn to its fate.

"Teacher Chen, how could such a handsome cat become extinct?"

Chen Nian put down the tablet and her gaze fell heavily on the desert cat that was purring comfortably in her arms. Her fingers unconsciously combed its sparse fur.

"The core reason is genetic pollution."

"A large number of stray and free-roaming domestic cats have entered the Scottish wildcat's habitat and interbred with these precious native cats. As a result, the purebred Scottish wildcat's genes have been rapidly 'diluted'!"

"97 years later, the Scottish wildcat shares about 74% of its genes with those of domestic cats."

"This means that there are no longer any Scottish wildcats that can be considered purebred in the wild, and the remaining individuals are almost all hybrid offspring with domestic cats."

“A unique and precious subspecies of feline has thus become ‘extinct’ at the genetic level.”

Chen Nian's voice was filled with deep regret.

He gently scratched the chin of the desert cat in his arms. The little guy stretched his neck comfortably and his hind legs unconsciously began to kick in the air, looking adorable.

"This is the devastating impact of genetic pollution on wild populations."

"Now you understand why I keep emphasizing the importance of protecting habitats and preventing domestic cats from interbreeding with wild cats, right?"

Cat owners then truly realized the seriousness of the problem.

The thought that desert cats also face similar threats is heartbreaking.

Some people thought of Little Grey Wolf.

"Isn't Little Grey just a purebred desert cat? Teacher Chen, why don't you try to get it to have more kittens?"

"Little Grey! The mission of revitalizing our race is entrusted to you!"

"Little Grey: I want to have ten!"

Little Grey, who was catching pikas on the grass not far from the courtyard, suddenly felt a chill on his waist. He quickly raised his head and looked around, his ears perking up alertly.

who? !

Who wants to harm me!

Chen Nian shook her head, both amused and exasperated: "You guys shouldn't even think about torturing Little Grey."

"Avoiding genetic pollution is a systematic project, and it cannot be solved by 'selling' a single cat like Little Grey. It requires scientific protection strategies, strict regulations, and increased public awareness."

"Don't worry, there are already professional teams in China responsible for the relevant protection projects."

"I believe things will definitely get better and better."

After calming down the restless cats, Chen Nian gently placed the female cat, who had finished her massage, on her lap, and then picked up the male cat, who seemed reserved but had actually been gazing longingly for a long time, and began to massage it skillfully.

Some people asked out of curiosity.

"Professor Chen, are there any other felines facing this situation?"

"Yes." Chen Nian nodded.

"And it's a breed of cat I mentioned before, the Blackfoot cat."

(Adult Black-footed Cat)

"what??"

"No way? I absolutely love black-footed cats!"

"Can even the world's cutest little assassins escape genetic pollution?"

Since Chen Nian unlocked the 'Black-footed Cat' encyclopedia, this one of the world's smallest cat species has captured the hearts of many cat lovers.

Upon hearing the devastating news, the live stream chat erupted in wailing.

"Teacher Chen! When are you going to go find the black-footed cat?! Please do a live stream!"

"I wish to see a wild black-footed cat!"

Chen Nian shook her head helplessly: "The situation facing black-footed cats is probably more complicated. Habitat loss and human-wildlife conflict are both problems."

As for when to go...

He couldn't guarantee it either.

Soon, the couple, number 1, were completely relaxed under Chen Nian's professional massage, making satisfied gurgling sounds.

When it was the turn of couple number 2, Chen Nian's technique became even more skillful.

Just then, the little kitten above my head suddenly spoke softly: "A little below the left shoulder blade, meow~"

'Um? '

Chen Nian was slightly surprised.

Then, following instructions, I pressed it on, and sure enough, it immediately made the desert cat meow and whimper in comfort, clearly enhancing the effect.

Xiaomi shook its head contentedly. Chen Nian, while massaging the baby, secretly wondered, 'Xiaomi, you've finally decided to "make a move"?'

The old Mimi wouldn't have acted like this.

Most of the time, it quietly lies on his head or shoulder, neither hindering nor commanding his actions.

This is the first time it has spoken on its own initiative.

Xiao Mi nestled on Chen Nian's head with her paws tucked inside, her fluffy tail gently resting on Chen Nian's ear.

'Relax, meow~ I can grow and improve too, meow~'

According to Xiaomi's explanation.

As Chen Nian rescues more and more cats and her influence expands, the 'cat happiness energy' that gathers from her continues to nourish her.

It is no longer just a projection of nothingness.

Instead, it gradually gained a more tangible 'sense of existence' from a system spirit without emotions, and was able to assist Chen Nian more directly.

She used to help track smells, but gradually became greedy.

And the current massage instruction is a manifestation of this 'evolution'.

Upon learning this, Chen Nian could not hide her excitement.

'So, you'll eventually actually come back to life?'

"Yes, meow~" Xiaomi's voice was also filled with joy and anticipation.

How much longer?

'Probably when you have ten million genuine cat lovers, meow?'

Ten million?!
Upon hearing the number Xiaomi announced, Chen Nian's hand, which was petting the cat, involuntarily stiffened for a moment.

After so much operation and maintenance, and with a group of "national security officers" endorsing Chen Nian, Chen Nian's platform fans have successfully exceeded four million.

While seemingly unrivaled in popularity, its growth has already plateaued.

Chen Nian had also analyzed it privately with Xia Qiyue.

This "Buddhist" approach of not accepting advertisements or engaging in marketing makes it incredibly difficult to reach ten million in a short period of time, comparable to asking Xue Aotian to immediately learn a backflip!

Sensing Chen Nian's sudden anxiety, Xiaomi's soft, sweet voice flowed through his heart like a clear spring.

'Don't rush, meow~ Never forget your original intention, what you started for in the first place, meow~'

A word to wake up the dreamer.

Chen Nian suddenly understood.

Yes!

The number of followers is a result, not an end.

Don't forget your heart, you have to always.

As long as we persist in doing the right thing and spreading the right ideas, what's meant to come will come.

Thank you, Xiaomi!

A gentle yet firm smile returned to Chen Nian's lips.

Little Mimi happily wagged her tail, the little golden bell at the tip of her tail jingling silently with joy.

'Give me a massage sometime when you have time~'

'no problem!'

On the third day after Chen Nian began carefully caring for the Indian civet and the desert cat, Xu Dafei arrived with a professional rescue team.

The goal is to bring these eight large civets back home.

Through the live stream, they saw Chen Nian 'using the cat's power'.

If Xue Aotian continues to be so fierce, they are afraid that the Great Spirit Cats will have mental problems again before their injuries have even healed!
Of course, this is just a joke.

The main reason is that the rehabilitation and rewilding training of civets requires a more professional and systematic environment and methods.

This place is not a professional rescue station, after all.

In order for the civets to recover their health as soon as possible and eventually return to the wild successfully, relocation is the best option.

Chen Nian secretly breathed a sigh of relief at this.

He really couldn't do anything about these large civets.

As for the two pairs of desert cats, they naturally stayed with Chen Nian.

There is no better place for felines to stay than here.

That same night, after sending off the giant civets, Chen Nian received a message from Wuqiong Xiaoliang. It was concise yet made Chen Nian jump up excitedly:
"The documentary is finished!"

(The current Xue Aotian~ Looking for recommendations!)
(End of this chapter)