Mountain Looting: Targeted by a Leopard at the Start
Chapter 180 - 179: Tabby Cat and Little Leopard, Why Do You Call Sang Biao?

Chapter 180: Chapter 179: Tabby Cat and Little Leopard, Why Do You Call Sang Biao?

The weather gradually became cold.

There wasn’t much to do on the farm anymore.

Blueberries were estimated to mature by the end of December, or even into January.

This was already considered fast.

Normally, blueberries need at least eight months to grow and wouldn’t be ready to ship until next February.

However, Xu Yang’s blueberry variety was particularly good and matured quickly, usually in about six or seven months.

So they could go to market quite soon.

The poultry and livestock that were being raised had also grown up, some would be sold, and some would be consumed on the spot.

The fate of poultry and livestock had always been such, raised essentially for consumption.

They would raise some more next year.

The corn issue had temporarily come to a close.

There was no more stir on the internet either.

Xu Yang kept a few subpar ones, originally planning to hang them on keychains, but later found them a bit large.

These things were better suited to being kept in a bag and taken out to play with occasionally.

Xu Yang wasn’t particularly interested in playing with curios.

Some collectors played with them almost every day, not satisfied with just their hands, they even used their faces, which had gradually become bizarre.

But Xu Yang was still quite interested in playing with small animals.

Like the fat birds.

Sometimes two fat birds would fly down, and Xu Yang would hold both in one hand, giving them a little spin, enjoying the pleasant feel.

In the afternoon, Xu Yang, carrying a bag of millet, went to an area outside the farm.

Most of the ice and snow in this area had already melted.

He scattered the millet on the ground casually.

It had been like this for a while.

In the trees behind the hill, a large group of birds eagerly watched.

Winter had come, and it wasn’t easy for the birds to find food, so Xu Yang thought he would help them if he could.

Xu Yang looked at the birds in the trees, sensing that they too had their own information system.

Initially, there weren’t many birds coming to eat, but within a few days, a large crowd had gathered.

The braver ones would fly down to the ground as soon as they saw Xu Yang coming out and would wait nearby.

As soon as Xu Yang scattered a handful of millet, they would hop over and start eating.

Xu Yang also thought about setting up a water bowl to provide the animals with water.

In winter, snow was everywhere, and river surfaces were frozen; technically, this was all water, but animals did not seem to know how to make use of it.

Previously, a farmer abroad had placed a water bowl on a platform, filled it with water, and recorded it.

He discovered that many animals came to drink.

Many birds would jump right in, soaking and even bathing their feathers in it.

Birds bathing looked quite curious, indicating that some birds also like cleanliness.

No wonder they looked so bright.

However, Xu Yang thought better of it.

If it really attracted lynx, Mongolian wildcats, or weasels, the small animals on the farm would suffer.

Xu Yang scattered all the millet on the ground, then calmly turned and walked away.

He had just taken a few steps when he heard the flapping of wings behind him.

He walked another dozen steps forward, then turned around and used his phone to shoot the situation on the ground.

All he saw were countless birds flying down to the ground and pecking at the millet.

During mountain rushes, Xu Yang would think, "Thanks to nature’s bounty."

Perhaps these birds were thinking the same thing at this time.

Some birds even looked at Xu Yang, including those that felt an affinity toward him.

"The birds eating millet seem to have increased again today."

"I usually feed them every couple of days, and some guys have mastered the routine and wait early."

"I don’t know how they notify other birds, but they gradually all come over."

"There are so many birds on Changbai Mountain, but I can only help this small part."

"It still looks quite lively."

Xu Yang narrated while filming the video.

Soon he would simply edit the video and upload it to his own account.

The scene was always lively.

At this time, two fat birds flew over, each landing on one of Xu Yang’s shoulders.

These two were getting rounder by the day, truly living up to their names Tangyuan and Yuanxiao.

They didn’t go for the millet; whenever they were hungry, they would find Xu Yang, and he would feed them fresh berries.

He would crush the fruit a bit and feed them along with the juice.

He also fed them some minced meat.

The two little guys ate happily, so they disdained eating the millet.

That’s the benefit of following their "big brother."

After watching for a while, Xu Yang turned and walked towards the farm.

The little fat birds also flew away.

Turning his head and walking a few steps, at that moment, Xu Yang saw not far ahead, near the edge of the farm fence, the tabby cat Sang Biao sticking his head out, intently watching the birds eating the millet.

Xu Yang paused slightly.

If the number of stray farm cats increased, it would be a disaster for the birds in the forest because cats could easily climb trees and eat bird eggs and young birds.

In Australia, to combat a rat infestation, cats were introduced, and then many birds went extinct as a result.

So it’s better not to interfere too much with the ecosystem.

Of course, with human management, the ecosystem would gradually recover.

"Sang Biao, eat fewer birds!"

"I’ll give you more cat treats!"

Xu Yang shouted to Sang Biao.

Cats were actually very smart, depending on whether they wanted to pay attention to people.

Upon hearing Xu Yang’s shout, Sang Biao, who had been preparing to hunt, instantly relaxed his body into a natural state.

However, his eyes narrowed slightly in a somewhat reluctant manner, and he didn’t even look at Xu Yang.

The cat understood and indeed wasn’t planning on hunting, but he just seemed resentful.

Xu Yang was used to this behavior from him.

However, Sang Biao had been coming less often ever since the leopards were around.

Xu Yang had barely seen it before.

"You haven’t been hanging around outside the farm because you’re afraid to go in, have you?"

"What’s there to be afraid of?"

"Xiao Hua is very gentle."

Realizing something, Xu Yang looked at Sang Biao, feeling both annoyed and amused.

He walked over to the tabby cat, Sang Biao, and directly picked it up.

This time, Sang Biao did not struggle.

Previously, Sang Biao was a stray cat that ruled over the village council area in the village.

Any passing female cat would get slapped twice.

Later, Xu Yang brought him to the farm.

A vast territory, fun grass and livestock areas, sunbathing on top of the greenhouse, and even getting to eat the delicacies Xu Yang fed him.

It was simply like heaven.

It was a bit like when Ergou met Chen Jianghe.

But recently, a Big Leopard had arrived and Sang Biao dared not enter the farm anymore.

He never imagined a cat could grow so big!

It scared him stiff.

Was that even a cat?

It felt somewhat like a primary school bully encountering a mafia boss with tattoos, except with leopard spots.

And that was just the Leopard.

If Sang Biao saw the Northeast Tiger, no one knew what he would think.

He’s not even as big as the Tiger’s paw.

Xu Yang carried Sang Biao back.

By chance, the Leopard was outside playing with Little Black and Maquan.

The Sika Deer was there too.

They were getting along well now, with the Sika Deer even daring to lean against the Leopard.

At that moment, the Leopard noticed Xu Yang right away.

With a swift leap, it ran toward Xu Yang.

Its form was agile and lithe, a fluid motion; in comparison, the two dogs seemed much stiffer.

Sang Biao was a bit nervous for a moment.

When the Leopard reached Xu Yang’s side, it noticed Sang Biao.

It immediately stuck its head out for a look.

The little guy’s eyes were filled with excitement and curiosity.

It was clear he liked Sang Biao very much.

Maybe because they looked somewhat alike, and both had spots.

"Xiao Hua, look, this is Sang Biao, he’s also a feline like you," Xu Yang said with a smile to the little leopard.

The Leopard prodded its head forward, getting closer to Sang Biao, its nose twitching as if sniffing.

It seemed to be saying to Sang Biao:

"Bro, how come you’re so small? Haven’t you eaten well?"

"Why are you called Sang Biao?"

Seeing it stick out its head, Sang Biao tensely raised its front paws.

The paws hung in mid-air, lightly shaking, as if ready to strike the little leopard next second.

"Hey, don’t, Xiao Hua is so friendly."

Xu Yang quickly held down his paws.

Initially, Sang Biao bristled, all four limbs straining, but gradually he calmed down.

Then, Xu Yang took him back to the yard and fed him two cat sticks.

After that, Sang Biao completely settled down.

Xu Yang set Sang Biao on the ground, squeezed out the nutrient paste from the cat sticks, and Sang Biao happily ate with his head tilted back.

The Leopard saw this scene and approached curiously.

Sniffing the smell of the nutrient paste, it looked somewhat expectant.

"Xiao Hua, you’re a wild animal, you eat raw meat; this isn’t suitable for you."

"Besides, one cat stick isn’t even enough to stick between your teeth."

Xu Yang quickly told the little leopard.

Sang Biao watched the Leopard alertly, but after their interaction, he gradually let his guard down.

This big cat, though large, looked rather dopey.

Just a big goof.

Thinking this, Sang Biao instantly regained his aloof and confident demeanor. After finishing the cat sticks, he climbed towards the greenhouse.

Then, he found the familiar tarp of the greenhouse, laid down on his side, and bathed in the sun, comfortably asleep.

Li Shan, who was busy in the greenhouse, looked up and saw the cat on the blue tarp.

"This guy has come back again."

"He just loves to sleep here."

He said with a laugh.

Farm life was relaxed and leisurely.

In the courtyard, the little leopard still wanted a cat stick, constantly watching Xu Yang.

Xu Yang knew exactly what was going through its mind.

He hadn’t planned to give it any, but seeing it keep its gaze on him, he fortunately went back and got two sticks.

"You have to consider what’s appropriate for you; just because little cats eat them doesn’t mean big cats have to as well."

"These cat sticks aren’t even as big as your fangs!"

"And there are no cat sticks made for leopards!"

Xu Yang scolded a bit, meanwhile tearing open a cat stick, squeezing out the nutrient paste, and fed it to him.

The little leopard immediately stretched out its tongue to lick the nutrient paste.

Xu Yang squeezed out half a stick at once.

The little leopard was slightly surprised as it ate the cat stick, feeling indescribable.

Soon, it had finished a whole stick.

But it didn’t react as strongly as Sang Biao, simply finding it a bit tasty.

That was good.

Otherwise, if the leopard kept fussing for cat sticks, Xu Yang couldn’t afford to keep up.