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

Chapter 311 A false alarm~
The atmosphere inside the carriage was slightly more relaxed.

Only Chen Nian's fingertips unconsciously traced the phone screen repeatedly.

"The quantities don't match!"

The photo was too blurry.

Even if Chen Nian activated Best's Eye, she couldn't provide the Desert Cat with any more specific information.

The unknown is often the most agonizing.

A deep sense of worry churned within Chen Nian, and her mind couldn't help but contemplate the worst possible outcome.

The more I think about it, the deeper my thoughts sink!
I became somewhat anxious and restless.

Just then, a cool and soft little hand gently, yet with firm strength, covered Chen Nian's hand, which was trembling slightly from tension.

It's Xia Qiyue.

Chen Nian looked up at her.

His face appeared pale and unsightly in the flickering light and shadows outside the car window.

Xia Qiyue remained silent.

She simply gazed at him quietly with her clear, bright eyes, her gaze filled with silent concern, inquiry, and support.

The headmistress also noticed Chen Nian's unusual expression and asked with concern:
"Teacher Chen, have you discovered something?"

"Nothing, nothing."

Chen Nian took a deep breath, shook her head, and indicated that she was fine.

He forced himself to calm down.

Panic won't solve anything; it will only impair your judgment.

Moreover, the current speed has already reached its limit, and urging it on will not help. Safety should always be the top priority.

Everything will have to wait until they arrive safely.

Chen Nian slowly handed the phone back to the kindergarten director.

This time, his movements were much more stable.

Then he reached out his other hand and patted Xia Qiyue's small hand, smiling at her.

"It's okay."

Xia Qiyue then withdrew her hand.

But she wasn't completely at ease. For the rest of the journey, she kept her attention on Chen Nian, constantly monitoring his condition.

For the rest of the journey, the atmosphere inside the carriage became even more somber and oppressive.

Everyone was preoccupied with their own thoughts.

The scenery rushing past the window couldn't attract their attention.

The principal then spoke up, "Don't put too much pressure on yourself. No one can guarantee what the final outcome will be. All we can do is try our best!"

This was said to Chen Nian.

The principal's extensive rescue experience kept her calm and composed.

Whether the rescue is successful or not, they just need to have a clear conscience.

"Um"

Chen Nian nodded.

The atmosphere became less serious and more relaxed.

Outside the car, the engine roared continuously, the tires creaked as they rolled over the road, and the car maintained a high speed as it continued forward.

Fortunately, the road leading to the Qilian Mountains has relatively low traffic and a simple route, almost a straight line, so you can just focus on driving forward.

This may be the most important part of this long-distance rescue operation.
The only thing to be thankful for.

Everyone silently prayed that this good fortune would continue, and that the little lives on the mountain would bravely wait for their arrival.

Two hours later, the car finally came to a stop.

look up.

This is the entrance marker of Qilian Mountain National Park!
"arrive!"

An incredibly beautiful scene suddenly unfolded before Chen Nian and Xia Qiyue as they stepped off the bus.

The majestic Qilian Mountains take on a deep, dark blue hue in the twilight, like the spine of a giant dragon winding towards the horizon. The snow-capped peaks gleam with a faint, beautiful pinkish-purple luster under the sunlight.

The nearby spruce forest undulated in the wind, rustling like whispers. A clear stream meandered out of the valley.

Like a shimmering silver ribbon.

The sky was high and clear, with a few wisps of thin clouds tinged with warm orange light. Several birds returning to their nests flew across the sky, leaving long silhouettes!
(It's definitely worth a visit!!)
The awe-inspiring natural scenery temporarily washed away the fatigue and anxiety of the journey.

Everyone took a deep breath in unison.

It's like they're storing up energy for the next move.

After enjoying the scenery for a short while, Chen Nian and Xia Qiyue heard hurried footsteps and shouts coming from ahead.

"Director! You've finally arrived!"

At the boundary marker, two middle-aged men dressed in outdoor gear and wearing eye-catching "Reserve Area Staff" armbands were seen walking briskly up from the trail behind the boundary marker.

Their faces showed obvious signs of fatigue.

But more than anything, it was a feeling of eagerness and relief at seeing reinforcements arrive.

The two are members of a local conservation organization.

"Hey! It's coming, it's coming!"

The headmaster quickly led his people to greet them.

After a brief handshake and eye contact, without even a chance for pleasantries, one of the staff members, who had dark skin and looked quite composed, got straight to the point in a hurried tone: "The situation is urgent, let's talk as we walk!"

"it is good!"

The group was guided onto a gravel path leading into the mountains.

Chen Nian stayed close to the headmaster, her lips moving slightly as if she wanted to say something but hesitated.

The discrepancy between the numbers was like a fishbone stuck in his throat, making him feel compelled to speak out, yet he was also afraid to hear the worst possible answer.

That would be the reality he least wanted to face!
Fortunately, the composed staff member quickly led the way while explaining the current situation.

His voice was filled with apology and helplessness.

"terribly sorry."

"So far, we have only successfully located the largest female desert cat, which is the mother cat."

"When we found it, it had a head injury and was very weak, but it was still conscious. We have already cleaned and bandaged its wounds and used some hemostatic and anti-inflammatory drugs. At present, its vital signs have basically stabilized and there are no signs of further deterioration."

"But we couldn't find the other desert cats. They're really too hard to find!"

Upon hearing this, everyone visibly breathed a sigh of relief.

Especially Chen Nian.

He almost subconsciously exhaled a breath of stale air that he had been holding for a long time, and his tense shoulders relaxed as a result.

Very good!
The mother cat is alive and in stable condition!

The staff member's words immediately ruled out the worst-case scenario for him!

It turns out that the four targets required by the mission were not because one of them had met with misfortune, but because the mother cat had been successfully rescued and removed from the list of the most dangerous cats that needed to be found and rescued!

A false alarm!
Chen Nian felt relieved and regained her composure.

The zoo director then asked, "What about the desert cat? Has it been transferred to the rescue center?"

"not yet."

The other person gave a wry smile.

“We just did emergency treatment and put it in a transport cage.”

"The original plan was to wait until the four kittens were found, and then escort them all down the mountain together. This would be more efficient and would also reduce the stress on the mother cat from multiple transfers."

"Unfortunately, we haven't been able to find it yet; it's probably hidden."

"Um"

Everyone nodded in silence, indicating their understanding.

Finding four small, deliberately hidden felines in the vast mountains is as difficult as finding a needle in a haystack.

Just then, Chen Nian suddenly spoke up.

"Excuse me, could you take me to see the rescued desert cat mother first? I'd like to check on her condition myself."

(Since things have come to this, I'll just take a nap now, meow~)

(End of this chapter)