Tiger, I rejected the iron rice bowl.

"The secure jobs have all disappeared into the woods, like goats being dragged along; they're nowhere to be seen!"

"Let's hurry down and prepare to open for business. Today is Lunar New Year's Eve, and there will definitely be many tourists coming to the park."

After saying that, she didn't care whether the two of them could keep up, turned around and ran towards the stairwell, stomping down the stairs.

Watching Tang Li's hurried figure disappear into the distance, Wang Weiguo shook his head helplessly: "That child is still so impetuous and careless, not steady at all, and always rushing around no matter what she does."

Ji Yongjun stood to the side, waving his hand with a smile, and said softly, "Xiao Tang is still young, it's normal for him to be a little impatient!"

"Young people should have this kind of energy!"

"After a few more years, as she experiences more and her temperament is tempered, she will gradually become more mature."

As he spoke, he steadied himself against the railing beside him and said to Wang Weiguo, "Let's hurry down too. Don't let Xiao Tang work alone. Today is New Year's Eve, so let the tourists enjoy watching the tigers and celebrating the New Year in peace."

"Hmm!" Wang Weiguo nodded slightly.

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The midday sun was exceptionally warm. Wang Yuyu was curled up in the cardboard box, fast asleep. Her chubby body was sprawled out, her snow-white belly exposed. One front paw was on her head, while the other paw dangled casually over the edge of the box. She was making even, soft purring sounds from her throat.

Suddenly, the sound of an iron gate opening and closing came from inside. Wang Yuyu's ears perked up instantly, all sleepiness vanished, and he immediately poked his furry tiger head out of the cardboard box, his amber eyes scanning the area warily.

Upon recognizing Tang Li, her tense body instantly relaxed, and the wariness in her eyes faded, leaving only a hint of confusion from just waking up.

He lazily flicked his tail, then slowly pulled his tiger head back into the cardboard box, curled up, and continued to snore, as if his earlier vigilance was just an illusion.

Tang Li tiptoed to the cardboard box and looked at Wang Yuyu, who was sleeping soundly inside, and her playful side was instantly aroused.

Her gaze unconsciously fell on the short patch of tiger fur on Wang Yuyu's hind leg. The fur was light and tender, forming a stark contrast with the fluffy and glossy tiger fur all over its body. It looked like a small, abrupt patch, and the more she looked at it, the cuter it became.

Tang Li suppressed a laugh, a sly glint in her eyes, and quickly reached out her "wicked hands" to gently touch the short, fluffy fur, stroking it tenderly. The touch was soft and smooth, exceptionally comfortable.

"Hmm!"

Wang Yuyu seemed to be electrocuted, her whole body suddenly stiffened, her eyes snapped open, and her hind legs instinctively pulled back.

Immediately afterwards, he jumped out of the cardboard box and landed steadily on the snow. He turned around and glared at Tang Li angrily, his ears pressed tightly against his head.

"Damn it, where are you touching?!" Wang Yuyu roared angrily in his heart, "Is that a place you can touch as you please? That's my forbidden zone!"

"You little scoundrel, that's gone too far!"

The more he thought about it, the angrier he became, and a slight smirk appeared on his lips, revealing his sharp canine teeth.

If it weren't for Tang Li, he would have already slapped her with his tiger paw and beaten her to a pulp.

Seeing Wang Yu's sullen expression, Tang Li couldn't help but laugh out loud. Still smiling, she simply squatted down to be at eye level with Wang Yu and said in a serious tone:

"You have a secure job, but I have something to tell you: starting today, you're free!"

"Freedom?!" Wang Yuyu was stunned for a moment, her amber eyes filled with confusion.

But just a second later, he realized what was happening and shook his head vigorously: "No, no, I don't want freedom!"

"This place is so wonderful! It includes food and lodging, and you groom me and play with me. I don't have to hunt for myself or endure the wind and sun. I don't want to leave!"

"I don't want my freedom anymore, just let me stay!"

Seeing Wang Yuyu's reaction, Tang Li was stunned for a moment, then remembered Wang Yuyu's four previous attempts to "take care" of her. Her face darkened instantly, and her tone was full of anger and helplessness:

"It's no use you taking it! That goat this morning was your last meal here!"

"I'm telling you, your injuries are completely healed. You can return to the wild and be your mountain king again!"

She pointed to her nose and said sternly, "If you insist on not leaving, then you can just wait to starve to death. Don't expect us to feed you another bite!"

"Today is Lunar New Year's Eve. I'm going to have my day off tomorrow and I'm going home for the New Year. I won't have time to take care of you."

Tang Li's tone softened slightly, "Besides me, no one else in the zoo will come to bother you! Nor would they dare to!"

Looking at Tang Li's serious expression, Wang Yu knew she wasn't joking.

He slowly walked forward and gently rubbed Tang Li's cheek with his fluffy tiger head, the movement tender and affectionate, with a hint of coquetry:

"I'm so handsome and so obedient, how could you bear to send me away?"

"Please let me stay! Just let me stay a little longer, okay?"

Tang Li's heart softened instantly at his coquettish and affectionate manner, but she was also helpless. She could only put on a stern face and gently push Wang Yuyu's tiger head away: "Stop rubbing against me, it's useless. I don't want to send you away, but I'm just a small employee, I can't make the decision!"

"It was the director and Uncle Ji who decided to send you back to the wild, and I have no choice but to obey, understand?"

"You're so handsome and cute, and so obedient and sensible. I want to keep you here more than anyone else, to play with you every day, groom you, and buy you delicious food."

Her voice was soft, her eyes filled with reluctance, "But I don't have the power to be the master of the garden. I can only follow the rules and let you return to your home."

Tang Li gently stroked his tiger head, her tone tender and earnest: "Listen to me, let's leave here tonight, okay?"

"I'll bring you some meat this evening so you can eat and drink your fill before you set off in peace, okay?"

Looking at the sincerity and reluctance in Tang Li's eyes, Wang Yu knew that no matter how much she tried to coax her, it would be useless. She could only nod dejectedly, her amber eyes filled with grievance.

His hatred for Wang Weiguo and Ji Yongjun instantly intensified, and he cursed inwardly, "Those two old bastards, I'll remember you!"

"They have repeatedly prevented me from 'entering the system,' ruining my peaceful and comfortable life. I swear I will not rest until I avenge this!"

"When I have time in the future, I definitely won't let you off the hook!"

"Don't give me a chance, or I'll beat the shit out of you and teach you a lesson you won't forget, so you'll know what I'm capable of!"