Mountain Looting: Targeted by a Leopard at the Start
Chapter 270 - 269: The Birth of the Adorable Little Leopard!

Chapter 270: Chapter 269: The Birth of the Adorable Little Leopard!

With the arrival of summer, the farm’s harvest had begun.

Potatoes were planted early and therefore harvested early.

After all, potatoes have an exceptionally strong ability to grow, quickly thriving in the soil even in cold environments.

Back in Siberia, so many potatoes were planted because other crops struggled to survive, but potatoes could.

Perhaps those best able to appreciate the tenacity of potatoes were the Japanese war prisoners.

They were nearly frozen to death, yet the potatoes remained alive and well.

On the day the farm harvested potatoes, Zheng Youcai, the resort manager, also arrived.

It was he who had signed the order with Xu Yang.

Because Xu Yang’s potatoes were so good, he had signed a long-term contract.

This was considered a high-end market, offering prices more than double the market rate.

Zheng Youcai was also one of Xu Yang’s business partners.

Zheng Youcai visited the farm, and Xu Yang strolled around with him.

He always needed to be hospitable.

Watching the million-class tractors busy in the fields, he displayed a look of amazement.

Such high-grade tractors were rare on an ordinary farm.

The little fox and Little Raccoon were playing on the grass, and upon seeing strangers, they immediately bounced away.

Then they hid in the bushes, covertly observing.

The Sika Deer and horses were free-ranging; they could move about the farm as they pleased.

The geese in the goose shed were squawking incessantly, as if ready to attack at any moment.

Looking around, the farm was quite lively.

"Old Xu, your farm is really nice."

"I’ve looked at the blueberries and cherries in the greenhouse; they’re all great varieties."

"Can we place some orders?"

Zheng Youcai asked.

Upon hearing this, Xu Yang replied with a smile:

"The blueberries are already all pre-ordered, and the cherry season hasn’t started yet."

"If you want to order, I’m definitely welcoming it."

"When the time comes, we’ll look at the market prices and can discuss it."

During this visit to Xu Yang’s farm, Zheng Youcai could clearly sense that the farm had undergone significant changes.

It was livelier and more vibrant than before.

Although the living area was still comprised of old bungalows, a row of large greenhouses stood in order, exuding a forceful presence.

As the two discussed business, the employees were all busy at work,

Zheng Xiangqian looked in Xu Yang’s direction, asking Li Shan:

"Who is that person? He seems like a big boss."

Li Shan responded, "That’s the resort manager. Our potatoes are sold to him, and he’s also a client of our farm."

"Last year, the Farmer visited many places and secured many big customers."

"That’s why the farm’s benefits and conditions are so good."

"It’s all thanks to the Farmer’s prowess."

Hearing Li Shan say this, Zheng Xiangqian’s eyes also showed a hint of amazement.

The farm was indeed developing nicely,

growing much faster compared to other farms of the same type.

Seeing that a customer had come, the workers were even more diligent in their work.

Soon, bags of potatoes were packed, arranged neatly in a row.

The truck for transporting potatoes had arrived, and today a portion was to be shipped out.

With established sales channels, everything seemed especially smooth.

For the next steps, Xu Yang didn’t need to supervise directly, since he and Zheng Youcai had a dinner engagement that evening. Xu Yang invited Ma Wen along, and they had a hearty meal and drinks that night.

Such social dining was an inevitable part of doing business,

a tradition in the North.

If there was a better aspect to this, it was that they only started eating and drinking after concluding business, which was much better than those who boasted before making deals.

The following day at noon.

Xu Yang woke up still feeling a bit dizzy.

He stepped out of the courtyard, and the workers were still weighing the potatoes.

Xu Hongshan was overseeing this, so Xu Yang didn’t need to worry about anything.

He wandered around, and just then, he saw Xiao Hua outside the farm, calling out to him from the other side of the fence, apparently in need of something.

Xu Yang immediately sobered up quite a bit.

"Xiao Hua, why have you come over today?"

Xu Yang, seeing its appearance, asked with concern.

Xiao Hua had a worried expression, as if something was on its mind.

Xu Yang could tell it had something to do with Luna.

"What’s the matter? Is Luna about to give birth?"

"Let’s go, I’ll come with you to check."

Seeing Xiao Hua like this, Xu Yang could hardly care about the farm’s affairs.

After all, there wasn’t much for him to do on the farm anyway.

He instructed the workers briefly, then hurried off with Xiao Hua towards the woods.

This time, the man and the leopard moved swiftly.

Xu Yang walked briskly, a breeze under his feet.

He was naturally strong and agile,

and traveling light this time meant he could move much faster than usual.

Xiao Hua too moved at a trot.

As they passed through the forest, little squirrels came out to watch.

Seeing that it was them, the little squirrels weren’t surprised.

The animals living in the forest were quite aware of their surroundings,

knowing very well which animals were dangerous and which were safe.

Xiao Hua was considered the Boss of this mountain,

after all, there were no other predators.

However, Xiao Hua did not hunt easily, and only caught rabbits and pheasants, so the little animals weren’t that afraid of her.

They just hid and observed.

Xu Yang and Xiao Hua made their way inside, and before long, he arrived at Luna’s side.

At this moment, Luna was lying on her side on the ground, panting heavily.

The surroundings were a clean stretch of grassland.

Many flies buzzed around, but when Xu Yang appeared, they flew far away.

Luna’s belly rose and fell. Looking at her like this, she was about to give birth.

And quite quickly at that.

Leopards usually give birth around three months.

Now it’s June, so it is about time.

"Giving birth in the forest, without hot water, she can only rely on herself. I can’t be much help," Xu Yang said with concern when he saw Luna’s condition.

He stroked Luna’s head.

This Black Panther was growing ever more trusting of Xu Yang, and her mood seemed to be slightly calmer.

Xiao Hua was visibly flustered, pacing back and forth nearby, unsure of what to do.

Xu Yang touched Luna’s belly, feeling the life inside.

"Don’t worry, everything is fine."

"I’ve seen a veterinarian help a sheep give birth; this looks like a natural delivery."

"We don’t need to worry too much about the birthing, but postpartum care needs attention."

"A lot of animals have complications after giving birth due to infections."

Xu Yang soothed Luna while speaking to Xiao Hua.

After his role as an animal dad, Xu Yang had taken on a new identity:

Midwifing for animals.

His days were pretty busy.

Xu Yang kept Luna company until around six in the afternoon when she began to show signs of starting labor.

Xu Yang and Xiao Hua stayed by her side.

The birth of the Little Leopard was smooth, and soon two sticky little leopard cubs were born.

Then, Luna held the little cubs and began to clean their fur.

"Two of them, not bad at all!" Xu Yang said, his eyes brightening.

The Little Leopard cubs had finally been born!

He had been waiting for so long.

The two little cubs kept their eyes closed, curled up into balls, their bodies trembling slightly.

Their four little paws were still a tender color, but you could already see the color of their fur.

One had leopard spots, and one was pure black.

Perfect genetic distribution.

The two little ones, just right for the colors of their parents.

Xu Yang felt happy inside. He would have little leopards to pet again.

Having raised them since they were young, he couldn’t believe that these two leopards wouldn’t grow close to him.

Compared to tigers, leopards are easier to grow close to.

Especially cheetahs, those creatures are friendly to people even when they grow up and tend to approach photographers proactively.

It’s just a pity that there are no cheetahs here, only leopards.

But leopards are stronger and more solid, making them even more comfortable to touch.

Xu Yang stroked the Black Panther and gently touched the newly born Little Leopard cubs.

At this point in time, the Little Leopard cubs had not yet opened their eyes, their understanding of the outside world was limited to scents.

Because Xu Yang was nearby, their tender little noses twitched, recording his scent.

That counted as recognition.

After spending more time with the leopard family, Xu Yang stood up and said to them,

"I didn’t bring a milk bottle today, I’ll come back and feed you tomorrow."

"It’s getting late, I need to go back."

"Xiao Hua, perform well, give it your all."

"You’re a leopard dad now too."

With that, Xu Yang smiled, waved his hand, and turned to leave.

The two leopards watched Xu Yang’s retreating figure for a while, then they began to take care of the Little Leopards.

Typically, when Little Leopards are just born, the female leopard hides them and cautiously cares for them.

She also has to go out hunting, which is arduous.

Only when they get a little bigger does she bring them to meet their father.

In the natural world, many male animals don’t take responsibility for raising offspring.

But Xiao Hua was different.

His habits were quite special.

From a human perspective, he was a "responsible good leopard."

Luna was relieved to have given birth, and he would take care of the cubs.

She hadn’t followed the wrong partner.

The relationship between the two leopards was still very good.

Xu Yang headed back to the farm.

Although it was a bit dark, Xu Yang was familiar with this mountain, so it didn’t cause him any trouble.

He did run into a wild boar along the way, which he scared a bit, and it quickly fled.

This wild boar was much smarter.

It clearly knew who the boss was.

After returning to the farm, Xu Yang still felt excited.

The birth of the two Little Leopard cubs—now he had new ones to pet.

He didn’t plan on telling anyone this news.

If the Little Leopards attracted the attention of bad people, it would be a great loss.