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

Chapter 187 The Golden Leopard That Instantly Turns into a Crybaby

"what?"

Chen Nian was taken aback after hearing Xu Dafei's words.

"What do you mean? Does that mean the leopard hasn't been successfully treated yet? Its injuries shouldn't be that serious, right?"

Xu Dafei explained with a wry smile:

"Its situation is far more complex and difficult than anticipated."

"Last night we rushed it to the rescue center and immediately conducted an examination and cleaned its wounds."

"And that's when we discovered the problem." His tone turned serious.

"The veterinarian found that it was too weak and had mild hypothermia, making it extremely intolerant to anesthetics! This made it very difficult to control the dosage."

"If the dose is too light, it will wake up quickly and become unmanageable; if the dose is even slightly heavy, it can easily cause shock."

"Even death!"

This is what is known as 'euthanasia'.

But this is by no means the result they wanted after working hard all night.

Upon hearing how serious the situation was, Chen Nian frowned deeply: "Didn't you try to handle it in stages?"

Process in stages.

It means treating patients in batches.

Each time, only a short period of anesthesia is administered to complete part of the most urgent treatment. The next treatment is carried out after the animal has recovered its strength.

This process may be repeated multiple times.

Like taking apart building blocks, complete all the necessary treatments step by step.

"I tried." Xu Dafei sighed softly.

"It's because we tried that we're stuck at this worst possible point."

"Repeated short-term anesthesia has reduced its sensitivity to drugs and created resistance. Now its condition has worsened and it needs a thorough treatment, but its physical condition cannot withstand the required duration and dosage of anesthesia."

"Without anesthesia, it won't let anyone near it; it's incredibly ferocious! If people can't get close, there's no way to treat it. But if you force anesthesia, it might just die on the operating table."

“This is a vicious cycle!”

"We...we really have no other choice!"

Based on past experience, in this situation, the veterinary team may have had to consider the ultimate humane option in order to end the animal's endless suffering.

For wild animals, especially top predators.

The ultimate goal of the rescue is to restore its health and allow it to return to nature.

If this goal cannot be achieved, and instead the animals are kept in captivity and suffer for a long time, it is not in line with animal welfare.

In this situation—euthanasia.

It is seen as a responsible last resort to reduce suffering.

But now they have another option.

That's Chen Nian!
Chen Nian is the last hope to break this vicious cycle.

"What we need now is someone to help calm the leopard down and keep it sedated until the veterinarian finishes treatment."

Xu Dafei looked at Chen Nian, a glint of light flashing in his eyes.

Xia Qiyue also frowned.

"Couldn't we just tie it up?"

Xu Dafei: "I've tried, and the best I can do is tie its mouth to prevent it from biting. Once its limbs and body are restrained, it will unleash amazing strength and struggle desperately!"

"The wound that was stitched up has been reopened several times like this."

Xia Qiyue pursed her lips and remained silent.

Instead, he and Xu Dafei looked at Chen Nian, waiting for her decision.

The live stream chat was filled with a flurry of comments.

Some people encouraged Chen Nian to give it a try.

Some people were still shaken by last night's live stream and didn't want to see that ferocious leopard again.

Chen Nian barely hesitated, a determined light flashing in her eyes.

"Then I'll go!"

Just like the snow leopard, Sherry, back then.

Since he has the ability and opportunity to save them, he will not choose to back down!
Even if the target is a leopard that almost hurts you!

"it is good!"

Xu Dafei was overjoyed and instinctively wanted to pull Chen Nian away immediately.

"Wait a minute." Xia Qiyue stopped him, her tone decisive.

"You stay here and look after Xue Aotian and Lily. I'll go with him."

She looked at Chen Nian with the same unwavering gaze.

The shelter cannot be left unattended.

I'm determined to go with Chen Nian this time.

Therefore, the task of caring for this left-behind child can only be entrusted to Xu Dafei.

Anyway, he's a regular here.

"Huh?" Xu Dafei blinked and looked at Chen Nian.

Chen Nian nodded to him: "I need Qiyue's help."

“Okay, I’ll stay here and have my colleague take you there!” Xu Dafei immediately agreed and urged his colleague to drive the two to the rescue center as soon as possible.

The atmosphere inside the car was somewhat quiet on the way.

Chen Nian gazed at the fleeting scenery outside the window, her fingers unconsciously tapping her knee.

Xia Qiyue looked down at the scrolling messages of blessings in the live stream and silently gripped her phone tighter.

Speechless all the way.

Upon arriving at the rescue center, a strong smell of disinfectant hit us.

Even before entering the rescue room, a series of suppressed and painful growls pierced through the walls. The voices were hoarse but still fierce, sending chills down one's spine.

In an instant, it brought back memories of yesterday's terrifying moment in the live stream!
Many viewers unconsciously turned down the volume.

"Teacher Chen is here!"

The staff's shouts caused a small commotion.

The old veterinarian and several responsible persons quickly came out to greet them, each of them looking haggard and anxious from staying up all night.

"Teacher Chen, you should be aware of the situation by now, right?"

"Mm." Chen Nian nodded.

His gaze, however, swept over the old veterinarian's forearm, which was wrapped in new bandages.

"This is."

"Oh, I just got scratched by it by accident, it's nothing." The old veterinarian was obviously used to this kind of thing and waved his hand dismissively.

He pulled Chen Nian inside as he spoke.

"Teacher Chen, the situation is urgent, so I won't stand on ceremony."

"Why don't you take a look at the leopard first?"

The old veterinarian spoke quickly and led Chen Nian directly to the observation window of the rescue room.

Through the glass, you can see the leopard lying on its side on the control platform, wearing a muzzle to prevent it from biting, but that still can't stop it from letting out threatening growls from deep in its throat.

The golden pupils appeared quite cloudy under the light.

Yet it still gleams with a terrifying, untamed, and ferocious light!

The bandages on his hind legs were changed again and again, only to be soaked through with blood and grime once more.

With each breath, its abdomen heaved violently, clearly indicating that it was enduring immense pain!
Even in this weakened state, the slightest approach from anyone would elicit a low growl and a desperate struggle from the leopard.

He had this "If you dare come any closer, I'll die right here" attitude!

Chen Nian didn't even need the Eye of Best to determine that its physical condition had reached its limit!
Like a candle flickering in the wind.

Every second pushes it toward the abyss of 'death'.

If treatment is not received soon, it will be extremely dangerous!

"See? Being irritable is one thing, but she also has sensitive skin; she can't stand even the slightest irritation. Ugh."

The old veterinarian sighed helplessly, his tone full of regret.

He has done his best.

In the past, he would have given up.

But now the old veterinarian's gaze was fixed on Chen Nian, his eyes filled with hope.

Chen Nian took a deep breath.

The situation was worse than imagined; the big cat's life was rapidly slipping away.

No more delay!
"I'll go in and give it a try," Chen Nian said immediately in a deep voice.

“Chen Nian…” Xia Qiyue subconsciously grabbed his sleeve, her eyes filled with worry.

"Don't worry." Chen Nian turned around and gave her a reassuring smile: "It doesn't even have the strength to stand up now, so it can't hurt me."

After saying that, he deftly carried out the disinfection.

He then pushed open the inner door of the rescue room and went inside.

Everyone's heart was in their throat.

The eyes of the veteran veterinarian, the staff, and countless viewers in the live stream were all fixed on him.

However, the moment Chen Nian stepped inside and her figure came into complete view of the leopard—

The continuous, painful, and threatening growls stopped abruptly, as if someone had pressed a mute button!

Just moments ago, the leopard was baring its teeth and showing its ferocious nature, but suddenly it shrank its neck, its massive body seemed to try to curl up, its ears instantly turned into airplane ears, and the ferocity in its eyes vanished, replaced by an incomprehensible restraint and tension.
Waaah?

No!

What is it whimpering about?

Suddenly, an eerie silence fell over the entire rescue room.

The old veterinarian abruptly adjusted his glasses, his face almost pressed against the observation window.

The staff behind him stared in disbelief: "This!"

Live stream room: ? ? ? ? ? ?
"This unscientific!"

(A meow echoes across the vast sea~ Meows echo across the two shores~ Meow meow meow meow~)

(End of this chapter)