The Leopard Brothers were slightly injured and began to "whimper," but fell silent after smelling the scent of blood and medicine.
The four clouded leopards that followed did not enter the campsite; instead, they found two trees nearby and settled down.
Concerned for the two leopards, they prepared to take turns standing vigil to prevent any sudden attacks on the injured.
Chen Ying had brought a lot of supplies, including several non-woven fabric animal bed sheets and pee pads, which proved to be very useful.
The night was cold, and he worried the large clouded leopard might catch a chill and worsen its injuries, so he placed it in his own tent.
He didn't dare close the tent door, fearing that the little cubs might become agitated if they couldn't see their mother.
Another concern was the giant panda that might come to the campsite to sleep at night; in case of a conflict, the clouded leopards might not be able to handle the meat-eating bear.