Working in a Zoo with Beast Taming System

Yang Qi called Jiang Kai and briefly explained the situation.

Jiang Kai was audibly shocked on the other end, finally saying in a rush,

"Okay, okay, I'll arrange it right away. After you enter the main gate, drive straight to the Veterinary Station. I'll have the veterinarians get ready."

"Understood."

Hanging up, Yang Qi put away his phone and continued driving.

He arrived at the Zoo and drove through the main gate—

[Detected Host has brought back an untamed Profound Ice Jade Lion cub, strengthening the sect's foundation. Contribution Points +875]

'875 contribution points?'

'Not bad, not bad at all.'

Yang Qi nodded in satisfaction and drove straight to the Veterinary Station.

Jiang Kai, Veterinarian Zhang, and the others were already waiting in the courtyard, every one of them looking both nervous and excited.

After all, a lion cub that got lost on the highway and needed rescuing was a big deal, even for the Zoo.

As soon as Yang Qi's car came to a stop, Jiang Kai hurried forward.

Seeing Yang Qi get out of the car holding a fluffy, soundly sleeping lion cub, everyone unconsciously held their breath.

"It really is a lion…" a young veterinarian murmured.

"It's so small. It looks so pitiful," a female staff member whispered.

"Judging by its build, it's an Asiatic lion."

...

Startled awake by the surrounding commotion and unfamiliar smells, the little lion cub groggily opened its eyes. Finding itself in a strange environment surrounded by many Two-legged Beasts, it immediately grew tense. A wary growl rumbled in its throat as it dug its four paws tightly into Yang Qi's clothes, shrinking back into his arms.

"It's okay, it's okay. Don't be scared."

Yang Qi quickly soothed it.

Perhaps it was the sound of Yang Qi's voice, or perhaps it was just too exhausted, but the little cub's low growl gradually subsided. However, it still surveyed its surroundings warily, refusing to leave Yang Qi's arms.

"Xiao Yang, thanks for your hard work."

Jiang Kai looked at the way the little lion cub completely relied on Yang Qi, feeling both surprised and relieved. "The office is already handling the paperwork with the provincial bureau and Qingyuan. First, let's give it a full check-up. Dr. Zhang…"

Dr. Zhang was already prepared, signaling an assistant to wheel over a mobile stretcher bed lined with a soft cushion.

"Brother Qi, please put it up here. We need to do a detailed examination—blood work, X-rays, and so on."

Yang Qi nodded and tried to place the little lion cub on the stretcher bed.

But the little lion cub immediately started to struggle, letting out a displeased whimper. Its claws hooked into Yang Qi's clothes, refusing to let go, its big eyes filled with a look that screamed, "Don't abandon me!"

"It won't leave Brother Qi," Dr. Zhang said, not knowing whether to laugh or cry.

"How about... Xiao Yang, you stay with it during the exam?"

Jiang Kai suggested, "With you here, it should be more cooperative."

"Alright."

Yang Qi didn't refuse.

Holding the little lion cub, he followed Dr. Zhang and the others into the examination room.

The examination room was specially built, with protective barriers and an observation window.

Yang Qi held the little lion cub, following Dr. Zhang's instructions to help complete the various checks.

When it was time to draw blood, the little lion was afraid of the needle and only managed to stay still thanks to Yang Qi's comforting.

When it was time for the X-ray, it would only lie obediently on the machine because Yang Qi, wearing a protective suit, stayed by its side.

Throughout the entire process, the little lion cub's reliance on Yang Qi was plain to see.

It would only accept being touched and soothed by Yang Qi. It remained wary of Dr. Zhang and the other veterinarians' actions, but as long as Yang Qi was there, it could barely tolerate them.

This peculiar phenomenon of the animal bonding so completely with one person had the veterinarians marveling.

The results of the comprehensive examination were basically consistent with Veterinarian Zhou from Qingyuan's assessment.

Minor sprains and abrasions, malnutrition, dehydration, and parasites, but no serious illnesses or internal injuries.

Approximately three months old, a male Asiatic lion cub.

The blood test also ruled out several common virulent infectious diseases.

"Its basic constitution is decent. The main issues are shock and malnutrition from being a stray for a while. With proper care, nutritional supplements, and a few days of quiet rest, it should recover quickly."

Dr. Zhang concluded, looking at the examination report.

Next was the issue of housing.

"Let's put it in the quarantine area for now. A single, quiet room."

Jiang Kai discussed with Dr. Zhang, "Until its origin and ownership are confirmed, it must be quarantined under the highest standards. Xiao Yang, I'm afraid we'll have to trouble you again. In the beginning, you'll need to come and spend time with it, help it adapt to the new environment, and also show the keepers how to care for it."

"It only trusts you. If anyone else gets close, it probably won't eat or drink."

"No problem," Yang Qi agreed readily.

He glanced at the little lion cub in his arms, which was starting to doze off again. The little guy seemed to know it was in a safe place and had completely relaxed, its small head bobbing.

The quarantine area was behind the veterinary hospital, consisting of a row of independent enclosures with outdoor activity yards, specifically used for the isolated observation of newly introduced or sick animals.

The room arranged for the little lion cub was quite spacious. Inside, there was a soft hay bed, a heat lamp, a water bowl, and several enrichment toys.

The outdoor activity yard was also sheltered and relatively private.

Yang Qi personally carried the little lion cub inside and placed it on the hay bed.

The little lion cub sniffed at the bed, seemed to feel safe, and curled up, but it kept its eyes open, watching Yang Qi, refusing to sleep.

"Don't be afraid. For now, this is your home. I'll come to see you often and bring you tasty things to eat. It's very safe here; no one will hurt you."

Yang Qi squatted beside it and used the Basic Spirit Communication Technique, saying gently, "Get a good sleep first. I'll come back to see you this evening."

The little lion cub let out a low whimper and reached out its paw toward Yang Qi.

[Don't go]

"I won't go far. I'll be nearby."

Yang Qi reassured it.

"When you wake up, I'll be back."

Yang Qi held the little lion cub's fluffy paw, giving it a gentle squeeze, then ruffled its little head.