Chapter 23: Desperate, this face-seeking world!

"Good morning everyone, I am the Director!"

Fang Ye couldn't help but yawn.

"Good morning, Director!"

"Director, why do you have dark circles under your eyes? Are you still yawning?"

"I have a bold guess..."

"Don't guess, the Director must have gone for a late-night workout."

"I can only say, take care of yourself!"

"Ah, what are you talking about? Why can't I understand?"

A few black lines appeared on Fang Ye's head: "It's not what you think!"

Then, he deliberately said in a mysterious tone: "Yesterday, our zoo welcomed a new member. I didn't sleep well at night, just to take care of it. Hint: this animal is very rare!"

New member? Very rare?

Netizens started to speculate.

Elephants, giraffes, snow leopards, crested ibis, and even dolphins were among the guesses.

Fang Ye shook his head: "No one guessed it, but some of them are getting close to the correct answer!"

Professional cat lover: "Is it a white tiger?"

Fang Ye snapped his fingers and smiled at the corners of his mouth: "Bingo! It's the white tiger."

Netizens were shocked!

"Fogweed, did I hear correctly? The director just said it's a white tiger, not a white fox?"

"It turned out to be a white tiger? That's amazing!"

"Director, are you joking?"

"Isn't a white tiger an albino tiger? Albinos are not uncommon in nature. What's so exciting?"

Professional cat lover: "Correcting the argument of the friend above. The white tiger is not an albino tiger but a genetically mutated tiger. There are only about a hundred in the world. Do you still think it's not rare?"

"Haha, the keyboard warrior got a reality check!"

Fang Ye continued: "In fact, there are many historical records related to white tigers. For example, it was mentioned in "The History of the Huayang Kingdom·Bazhi": 'During the time of King Qin Zhao, the white tiger was harmed by Qian, Shu, Yi, and Han, suffering... White tigers often follow the group of tigers.' "Han Shu · Jiao Si Zhi" records: 'At that time, Nanjun received a white tiger, presented its skin, teeth, and claws, and placed it in an ancestral temple.' There is also a passage in "Tiger Hui": 'In the western Fangling, there is a White Tiger God who can drink human blood, and his followers will kill and make sacrifices for him.'

These records about the white tiger are a mix of fact and legend, and they can't be verified today. It wasn't until the last century in India that a local king discovered and captured a wild Bengal white tiger named "Mohan." People then realized that the white tiger is not a myth but a real animal. The white tigers in the world today are descendants of Mohan.

White tigers result from genetic mutations, not albinism. Due to their conspicuous coat color and lack of protective camouflage, they cannot easily catch prey in the wild and are likely to starve. Therefore, white tigers can only be seen in zoos."

Netizens were amazed.

"Director, where do you find all this information?"

"I only knew that white tigers were fierce predators. In ancient times, the image of the white tiger was often carved on soldiers' talismans when they went to war."

"Friends with knowledge, you should share it on the public screen!"

"Learned!"

"Learned +1!"

"It's really enlightening today."

"Too bad there are no white tigers native to our land!"

"Indeed."

"Principal, you've been talking for a while; can we see the little white tiger?"

Some impatient netizens inquired.

Fang Ye put a finger to his lips, signaling for quiet. "Our baby white tiger is still asleep. So please be quiet."

Then, he smiled and added, "In fact, the little tiger is a very sound sleeper, and typical movements won't wake it up. Even if it does wake up, it will go back to sleep soon."

In wooden crates,

Under the camera, Xiao Baihu was lying on a towel, resting one of its paws, sleeping peacefully and sweetly.

Its mouth was slightly open, and it occasionally licked its lips, as if it was dreaming of nursing.

The barrage exploded!

"What a beautiful little white tiger!"

"No wonder the white tiger is revered as a majestic creature; its black and white fur is so handsome!"

"Aww, look at that sleepy face; it's too cute, I'm melting!"

"I declare that from now on, I'm the most loyal fan of Xiao Baihu!"

"Remember you! Weren't you just claiming to be the biggest fan of Silver Fox?"

"Brother, you're too limiting. Love can be boundless!"

"Ah, its paw moved!"

"Yakage Koihime" sent a plane emoji: Such a beautiful little white tiger; I love it!

"Single Man" sent a rocket emoji: Congratulations, principal! With this little white tiger, Linhai Zoo's promotion to one of the four major zoos in the country is almost guaranteed! (✔)

"Kirin 2" sent a rocket emoji: I want to know if Xiao Baihu has a name. When can I come to visit?

Fang Ye was taken aback by the sudden wave of rewards.

Just a moment ago, he quoted classics, provided detailed information, and received little recognition. But now, people are showering rewards for Xiao Baihu just showing its sleeping face.

Why does this little white tiger, who has only shown its sleeping face, receive so much excitement and attention from netizens?

It's a world that seeks superficial appearances.

"Xiao Baihu doesn't have a name yet! Do any of you have good suggestions? If you want to visit, it will take at least two months for it to grow a bit bigger. But don't worry; I'll be broadcasting often, so you won't miss seeing Xiao Baihu!"

"It's a deal; I won't watch if there's no Xiao Baihu!"

"What's a good name?"

"God of War! Invincible! White Demon!"

"You've been reading too many fantasy novels! How about naming it Jian Jia? It sounds beautiful!"

"Uh, it's a male tiger! Have you seen its male parts?"

"In my opinion, Dabai is a simple and clear name!"

Fang Ye couldn't help but feel a bit envious of the enthusiasm people were showing toward Xiao Baihu.

He reached out his hand, gently picked up Xiao Baihu, scratched its neck, and then kissed its cheek!

He chuckled inwardly: "Little Baihu, I can touch and kiss you whenever I want, but you can only watch!"

Xiao Baihu didn't know what was happening, and slowly opened its eyes.

"Hey, why do Xiao Baihu's eyes look a little hazy? Is it sick?"

"The little white tiger was born less than ten days ago and just opened its eyes. This is a normal phenomenon. Currently, its eyesight has not fully developed, and it may take about 20 days for its eyes to become clearer!"

Fang Ye explained

  as he placed Xiao Baihu on the ground. A gymnastics mat was spread out, and a soft towel was laid on top.

Xiao Baihu struggled to support its body.

Its legs were not fully straight yet, almost touching the ground as it crawled forward.

It moved as if it were intoxicated, taking slow and unsteady steps.

Two steps, three steps.

Then, it suddenly lost its balance; the energy in its legs had been exhausted in those few steps.

It stumbled and fell onto the gym mat.