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

Chapter 278 Collaboration with Nishino's Cat Food
Crunch, crunch.

The crisp sound of chewing came from Xue Aotian's food bowl; it ate without even lifting its head, completely absorbed.

Soon, another slightly hesitant but equally swift 'crunch crunch' sound joined in.

This created a delightful duet.

Nao Nao ultimately couldn't resist the temptation of cat food.

In contrast to Xue Aotian's carefree attitude, it always kept some of its attention on Chen Nian, clearly still wary of him.

Chen Nian could read its little expressions at a glance.

Seeing this, he immediately withdrew his gaze from Nao Nao, no longer making direct eye contact with it, and instead lowered his head, focusing all his attention on stroking Xue Aotian's fur.

This allows Nao Nao to fully immerse herself in cooking.

Nao Nao didn't disappoint Chen Nian.

Or rather, the smell of the kitten food forced Naonao to concentrate.

So delicious!
Before you can even taste it, your throat decides to swallow it down.

By the time I realized it, I had already eaten almost half of it!
Is this okay? !
Nao Nao could no longer afford to be distracted by Chen Nian.

It immediately lowered its head and devoted itself wholeheartedly to the great cause of enjoying the remaining food, eating with even greater focus and concentration than before, and even making satisfied snoring sounds in its throat.

Fresh meat is valuable, but its nutritional value is even higher.

If it's just for cat food, you can throw both away!

Seeing the two snow leopards eating so heartily, the zookeeper outside the window subconsciously touched his own belly, feeling a little hungry.

She is one of the few people who has personally tasted Xiaomi cat food.

That taste.
It smells so good it makes your mouth water!
Otherwise, she wouldn't have let Chen Nian add cat food to the bowl without her worry.

According to analysts, Chen Nian's cat food has extremely high nutritional value and provides comprehensive nutrition without any shortcomings, making it unmatched by any other cat food on the market.

It also has certain medicinal value!
It's much better than the meals they research and prepare themselves in the park.

Thinking of this, the zookeeper couldn't help but ask, with a hint of anticipation and caution.

"Teacher Chen, do you sell your cat food?"

In the past, Chen Nian would most likely have politely declined.

After all, the quantity is really small.

But after such a long period of accumulation, his stock of kitten food has grown quite large, and he could consider taking some out for organizations like Nishino that truly need it and that he trusts.

Chen Nian thought for a moment, then nodded.

“I can sell some cat food to Nishino.”

"As for the specific amount, I'll discuss it with the principal later."

Given the quality of Xiaomi cat food, Chen Nian needs to carefully consider both the price and the quantity sold.

The zookeepers, however, didn't care about all that.

Upon hearing that Chen Nian had actually agreed to sell, his eyes lit up as if he had heard some incredibly good news.

But the light lasted only for a brief moment.

Then it quickly dimmed again.

Chen Nian was wondering why the other person's expression changed so quickly when he heard the young lady give a wry smile.

His voice carried an obvious sense of helplessness and embarrassment.

"Well...Teacher Chen, if we're going to cooperate, it might be better to buy only a small amount first."

Her mind is as clear as a mirror.

Such amazing cat food must have incredibly high research and development and raw material costs, so it must be very expensive!

Nishino's current asset situation pales in comparison.

Almost all the funds have been carefully allocated to improving animal welfare, medical care, and necessary facility maintenance. Even many old facilities that should have been updated long ago are still waiting for funding.

Although the taste of Xiaomi cat food is top-notch.

Ultimately, however, it will likely be categorized as a 'premium snack' or 'nutritional supplement' on the park's procurement list.

Even if he uses the funds to buy snacks, Nishino isn't that 'spendthrift'.

Every penny must be spent wisely!

However, the zookeeper didn't say much.

Instead, she looked at Nao Nao, who had quickly finished his dinner and looked like he hadn't had enough, and softened her gaze, saying gently, "A little is enough." As for the specific cooperation, it still depends on how the principal and Chen Nian negotiate.

This is not something she needs to worry about.

Soon, the pleasant crunching sounds in the activity area were gradually replaced by another kind of noise, a crunching sound with a slight friction.

Chen Nian looked down.

Then you see Xue Aotian, who has already finished eating, holding the empty stainless steel food bowl with his front paws, rubbing the bottom of the bowl with his teeth with a lingering sense of satisfaction.

Her big eyes blinked rapidly, glistening as she looked at Chen Nian.

Clearly, they weren't full yet.

However, Chen Nian did not indulge it this time.

"Okay, you've eaten enough today. You can eat more tomorrow, okay?"

Besides cat food, Xue Aotian also ate several kilograms of specially prepared meat from the park. Even with Xue Aotian's digestive system, eating any more would be excessive.

However, considering that the little guy is still growing, Chen Nian plans to feed it again early tomorrow morning.

Xue Aotian wasn't bothered that his attempts to charm her hadn't produced any cat food.

It put down the food bowl that had been licked until it was shiny, flicked its big tail, and stood up.

After eating and drinking my fill, my energy returned.

Xue Aotian turned around and clung to Nao Nao, who had just finished eating and was licking his paws and cleaning his face, and began to play and frolic around his new friend.

Seeing this, Chen Nian smiled and left the activity area with the zookeeper.

Night falls quickly on the plateau.

The evening is when many felines are most energetic and active.

Chen Nian briefly told Xia Qiyue, who was waiting outside, to go back to her residence and rest first, while she walked alone towards the principal's office.

It's so late, but the light in the principal's office is still on.

Chen Nian gently knocked on the door.

After receiving permission, push the door open and enter.

The principal was hunched over his desk, his brow furrowed as he stared at the computer screen, seemingly deep in thought about some difficult problem.

"Director."

Chen Nian greeted him with a smile.

"Teacher Chen? It's so late, is there something you need?"

The headmaster was somewhat surprised to see Chen Nian and temporarily shifted his attention away from his work.

Chen Nian glanced casually at the page displayed on the principal's computer—

That was Nishino's draft plan for improving the park for the next quarter.

He clearly saw that the facility upgrades and environmental enrichment projects for the feline activity area were prominently listed at the top of the to-do list, followed by many other projects awaiting updates.

This made Chen Nian's smile even wider.

He and Xiaomi were especially happy to be able to contribute to the cats.

Then, Chen Nian directly stated her purpose.

"Director, it's about my cat food. I'm thinking, perhaps we can talk about a collaboration? I can supply the zoo with a portion regularly."

"what?!"

Before Chen Nian could finish speaking, the headmaster jumped up from his chair as if he had a spring in his buttocks.

His face instantly lit up with immense surprise and disbelief.

His voice rose slightly with excitement: "Teacher Chen, you mean you're willing to sell that 'hereditary cat food' to Xiye?!"

After Chen Nian nodded in confirmation again, the principal's face was filled with immense joy.

"Great!"

But this joy lasted for less than three seconds before it quickly faded.

Instead, a mixture of embarrassment, helplessness, and deep regret appeared on the principal's face as she sat back down in her chair, looking worried.

"But... we don't have enough funds."

(Not enough power! It's so restless!)
(End of this chapter)