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

Chapter 113 Jellyfish Snow Rabbit~
The fierce winds at an altitude of 4,300 meters howled across the exposed rocky ridges, whipping up fine snowflakes that mercilessly lashed the faces of every member of the infinitesimal team.

The air was as thin as strong liquor diluted with water!

Each breath brought a burning sensation as if my lungs were being squeezed.

Beneath your feet lies a scree slope formed by massive glacial erratics, where only the most resilient life can find a foothold in the crevices.

Low, cushion-like plants cling tightly to the cold ground; the green velvet of creeping lilies, flea-like plants, and snow lingzhi are scattered embellishments on this gray-brown wasteland.

Looking up, the sacred snow-capped peaks seem almost within reach!

Silver light swirled in the ever-changing light of the sky.

Sunlight occasionally tears through the clouds, scorching the rock surface and causing waves of heat to rise.

The next moment, a cold wind carrying snowflakes swept in without warning, making the small snowdrifts that never melt in the shady areas rustle.

Magnificent, yet it exudes a chilling desolation.

This is truly a deserted place!

Even the drone surveillance network created by the forestry bureau couldn't reach them. In the vast expanse of the sky, only this small but tenacious team remained, slowly moving across the scree slope.

"Hang in there, we're almost there."

A tiny amount of sound came through the walkie-talkie, accompanied by the static of panting.

A depression on the mountainside ahead is the planned campsite for shelter from the wind and rain.

The only response he received were a few muffled "hmm"s and heavy breathing.

At this point, communication between the team members decreased even further.

A full day's trek had drained everyone's strength. The curse of the plateau seemed to be slowly creeping around them. The heavy backpack straps dug deep into their shoulders, and every step felt like dragging leaden legs across a gravelly beach.

Communication has become a luxury.

Chen Nian walked at the end of the group, her lips torn and bleeding from the cold wind and dryness.

He adjusted his breathing, trying to fight off the persistent feeling of tightness in his chest.

However, what gave him even more of a headache was the figure beside him who was almost in sync with his steps—Xia Qiyue.

"Well, you really don't need to keep following me. Didn't I already promise you that I wouldn't do anything reckless again? You should go back to studying with Teacher Gu."

He looked at Xia Qiyue with a mixture of amusement and exasperation.

Since the day the accident happened, Xia Qiyue has stayed by his side.

He's keeping up with Linsen even more closely!
Clearly, they were worried about Chen Nian, fearing he might be alone again and cause an accident like last time.

This caused Chen Nian some distress.

He wanted to take advantage of the fact that no one was paying attention to him and examine his new reward!

As a result, no opportunity could be found.

Hearing Chen Nian's words, Xia Qiyue simply shook her head.

The cold winds of the plateau seemed to be exceptionally lenient towards her; her breathing remained steady, and her eyes were clear.
"Teacher Gu said I have great talent and I have almost mastered it. All I need to do is put this experience into practice, so I don't need to follow her around all the time."

"On the contrary, it's you."

She looked up at Chen Nian, then looked away: "I'm worried."

The voice was not loud, but it was filled with unquestionable firmness.

In Xia Qiyue's opinion, even if Chen Nian is very knowledgeable about felines and has even petted a wild Asian golden cat, he himself said that this was just a special case.

He can't be this lucky every time!
You should know that the felines that appear at this altitude are truly big cats!

Leopards, and snow leopards!
If they encountered such a being, no one could escape unscathed, so she was not at all comfortable letting Chen Nian act on her own.

You mean Lin Sen is still around?

That makes me even more worried!
Lin Sen's passion for plants is no less than Chen Nian's passion for felines!
Once he discovered a rare plant, he was even more excited than Chen Nian, probably forgetting even his own name!

How could this put Xia Qiyue at ease!

Therefore, Xia Qiyue decided to protect Chen Nian herself.

Just as she had promised before she set off.

Looking at the girl's profile, slightly flushed by the wind yet filled with stubbornness, Chen Nian helplessly swallowed the rest of her words.

It seems that researching Best's body can only be done when it's late at night.

His gaze shifted downwards, landing on Xia Qiyue's right calf, and his tone softened: "Is your leg really alright?"

Hearing that he would no longer send people away, Xia Qiyue's face instantly lit up with a bright smile, like a snow lotus suddenly blooming in the wilderness.

She patted her calves vigorously and even hopped lightly twice on the spot.

"It's nothing! It's just a minor injury to the cricket!"

"That's good." Chen Nian nodded, looking at the girl who was still full of energy even in the thin air, and couldn't help but sigh softly, "Physical strength really varies from person to person!"

"What are you muttering about? The camera's off-center! The camera's off-center!"

Xia Qiyue offered a timely reminder.

"Oh, oh." Chen Nian quickly straightened her phone, which had slipped off her shoulder strap, and refocused the camera on the majestic snow-capped mountains in the distance.

This generation of cat lovers is very easy to please.

Even without any animals appearing, the magnificent scenery alone kept nearly 1+ netizens glued to the live stream, not wanting to miss a single second.

Just as Chen Nian and Xia Qiyue were chatting casually, trying to dispel the tedium of the journey, Lin Sen's excited, distorted voice suddenly burst from the walkie-talkie, piercing through the howling wind:
"Come on, come on!"

"Look what I found!"

Upon hearing this, the exhausted team was instantly invigorated.

It's important to know that as the population decreases, the probability of rare plants and animals appearing increases!
Anything that can excite Lin Sen like this is definitely a good source of material!

Sure enough, as Chen Nian approached, he saw several fuzzy, snow-white, and crystalline creatures quietly crawling on a gray-brown, cold scree beach.

The cameras had already been set up.

"Jellyfish Snow Rabbit!"

Lin Sen's voice trembled with the excitement of discovering a treasure.

He was almost kneeling on the cold stone, his finger pointing outwards, as if afraid to disturb this spirit of nature:

"Its name comes from its unique appearance. As you can see, its entire plant is covered with thick white or pale yellow fuzz, which looks like a fluffy jellyfish or a ball of cotton from a distance. Hence the name 'Jellyfish Snow Rabbit'."

"Saussurea medusa is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the genus Saussurea in the family Asteraceae."

"A Class II National Protected Plant!"

"They are fearless of severe cold and scorching sun, making them true masters of survival in extreme environments!"

(Jellyfish Snow Rabbit)

"And most importantly, the Saussurea medusa is very sensitive to environmental changes and is an indicator species of the health of alpine ecosystems."

"The presence of Saussurea medusa here indicates that the environmental indicators are very suitable for its growth. This suggests that more rare plants will grow in this area. Brother Liang, we've chosen the right place!"

This news acted like a shot in the arm, dispelling the weariness in everyone's hearts.

The team atmosphere immediately became lively.

Chen Nian zoomed in on the live stream camera at the opportune moment, focusing it on the 'little snow rabbit' that was blooming tenaciously in the desolation.

A series of exclamations rang out in the live stream room.

"My God, it really looks like a huddled-up snow rabbit!"

"It's so fluffy and cute, like a clump of dandelions scattered by the wind!"

"Level II protected? I think I've seen that in my hometown in Qinghai when I was a child! My grandma said it could cure rheumatism." (Qinghai IP address)

"The IP address upstairs is correct! It's very likely real!"

The cat lovers discussed it animatedly.

This is probably the greatest joy of outdoor live streaming—surprises can happen at any time.

After briefly recording this precious moment, I'd like to share it with everyone.

"Alright, baby can't run away!"

"Let's set up camp up ahead and warm up before coming back to take more photos! Don't worry, we have plenty of time to 'make friends' with this land!"

As planned, they will conduct in-depth filming in the surrounding area for 7-11 days.

As for the deeper core of the snow-capped mountains.

The district needs to conduct a careful evaluation before making a decision.

"Great!" The crowd's response was noticeably more enthusiastic.

After battling the thin air and steep terrain for nearly ten minutes, the team finally arrived at the designated campsite halfway up the mountain, panting heavily.

This is a relatively sheltered depression.

Looking up, you can catch a glimpse of the magnificent valley below, offering a very wide view!
As soon as everyone took off their heavy backpacks, before they even had a chance to rub their sore shoulders, Gesang, who had been silently observing his surroundings, suddenly turned grim.

He crouched down, picked up a small handful of ash mixed with gravel and thin snow with his fingers, and carefully moved aside a few stones to reveal traces of charcoal that had been deliberately buried underneath.

"Someone has camped here!"

(And what do you do for a living, Mr. Cat?)
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