Rebirth: Slice-of-life Cultivation Chapter 1819 - 1000: Passing Glances

Wang Yan Yan swiftly offered comfort, "Oh Jiaojiao, you are currently building muscle, so gaining a bit of weight is expected. The upside is that increased muscle boosts your metabolism, leading to quicker slimming!"

After considerable coaxing, she managed to soothe Pang Jiao.

Zhang Chi cast a mocking glance her way, a smile playing on his lips that nearly reignited Pang Jiao's ire.

Li Shengnan and Zhang Yifei eyed him with mischievous intent before conspiring with Wang Yan Yan and Pang Jiao.

Unconcerned, Zhang Chi confidently declared, "Tianpeng, I've heard the back rows offer the most excitement. Care to ride with me?"

For reasons unknown, Yan Tianpeng suddenly experienced a premonition of disaster. "Never mind, never mind!"

Just as Zhang Chi was about to make a random selection, Chai Wei, who had remained silent for a considerable time in class 8, stepped forward. "I'll go."

Compared to the previous year, Chai Wei had noticeably matured, his schemes now deeply concealed, rendering him rather enigmatic.

That evening, gazing into the mirror, Chai Wei felt an increasing resemblance to a grandmaster orchestrating a global game.

True stillness is not mere inactivity, but a prelude to grander designs!

One day, all that was lost would be reclaimed and held within his grasp.

Zhang Chi called out, "Yo, Ah Wei, got it!"

Chai Wei offered a faint smile.

Zhang Chi reciprocated the smile.

It truly presented the image of gentlemen setting aside past quarrels with a shared laugh.

Li Shengnan glanced back at Chai Wei. The Four Golden Flowers, who typically dominated class 8, had made one critical error: nearly succumbing to Chai Wei's cunning stratagems!

Indeed, a meeting between old adversaries often stirs profound resentment!

Wang Yan Yan issued instructions, "Execute the plan as decided."

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"Jiang Ning, Jiang Ning, why is the red panda called a 'lesser panda'?"

"Because it resembles a small bear," Chen Siyu responded.

Bai Yuxia added her insight, "Initially, the red panda was simply called a panda. However, the subsequent discovery of the giant panda led to the name 'panda' being appropriated by the larger species."

Chen Siyu remarked, "That's truly unfortunate."

Jiang Ning posed a question, "What's the underlying lesson in this story?"

Xue Yuantong declared with solemnity, "When one is weak, even one's name can be usurped and exploited!"

Chen Siyu countered, "No one can exploit me because I am fundamentally useless."

Bai Yuxia chimed in, "You are truly invincible."

As they entered the red panda enclosure, Xue Yuantong was instantly captivated by the sight of these creatures.

Two red pandas ambled along a wooden railing, roughly the size of small dogs. Their plump bodies appeared exceedingly cuddly and endearing, adorned with fur of a reddish-brown hue.

"They are so adorable!" Chen Siyu exclaimed, pulling out her phone to snap pictures.

The red pandas continuously scurried about, making it challenging for Chen Siyu to capture a clear shot.

Jiang Ning advised, "Try taking candid photos instead."

Chen Siyu lamented, "I can't get a good shot; they're constantly on the move."

Jiang Ning stepped forward and gently took hold of a red panda, saying, "Here, try taking your picture now."

Bai Yuxia couldn't help but chuckle, "Now that's what I call capturing a candid moment."

The red panda emitted soft cries as it was held, and Jiang Ning quickly released it before any staff members could notice.

Chen Siyu inquired, "How much does one cost? Could I possibly purchase one to bring home?"

The staff member smiled, replying, "They are approximately fifty thousand yuan each, but private ownership is strictly prohibited."

"That's incredibly expensive!"

In reality, the current pricing was quite reasonable; a decade later, a red panda could easily fetch hundreds of thousands of yuan.

After concluding their visit to the red panda exhibit, they proceeded to the adjacent otter enclosure.

A number of familiar faces were present; Ma Shicheng and Wang Longlong were observing the otters, and new classmates Xiao Shaoxiong and Zhang Zhaodi were also in attendance.

Zhang Zhaodi was engaged in a video call with her boyfriend from the town's middle school, enthusiastically recounting her zoo experiences and detailing various animal behaviors.

Her boyfriend on the screen clearly struggled to keep up with the conversation. Students in the town, largely unaccustomed to such worldly spectacles, found themselves on the receiving end of Zhang Zhaodi's one-sided narration.

However, such extensive sharing often serves as a subtle form of self-display.

Xiao Shaoxiong approached, beaming amicably as he declared, "Don't you worry, old chap, I'll look after your girlfriend exceptionally well!"

Zhang Zhaodi's boyfriend's expression visibly soured; he sensed that ever since his girlfriend began attending Fourth Middle School, their connection had begun to fray.

Ma Shicheng was listening intently to the otters' vocalizations, taking out his phone to record the scene. "This little fellow exhibits quite remarkable behavior."

Bai Yuxia purchased several portions of feeding fish, sharing them with Jiang Ning and the others. With some portions remaining, she opted to present one each to Ma Shicheng and Wang Longlong.

Wang Longlong was overjoyed. "Thank you, Sister Xia! Mighty Sister Xia!"

Ma Shicheng offered his praise, "Sister Xia is truly generous."

Bai Yuxia smiled, faint dimples appearing on her fair cheeks, lending her a remarkably pretty appearance.

Ma Shicheng mused internally, 'Quanzi, you truly are not worthy.'

Bai Yuxia, with two portions of fish food still in hand, noticed Zhang Zhaodi glancing her way. She offered one, saying, "Give it a try; feeding them is quite an interesting experience."

A flicker of surprise crossed Zhang Zhaodi's face before she quickly replied, "Thank you so much!"

As Bai Yuxia turned to walk toward Jiang Ning, Zhang Zhaodi looked down at the box of fish food, a strange warmth filling her heart.

She had seen firsthand how Bai Yuxia had purchased the snacks without a second thought, spending a considerable one hundred yuan.

'Her family's circumstances must be quite affluent...' For Zhang Zhaodi, a hundred yuan represented several days of her entire living expenses.

Despite this, when faced with someone like Bai Yuxia, she found herself incapable of feeling even a trace of envy.

Xue Yuantong was crouched by the stone enclosure, her small face peeking through, eyes wide with fascination as she watched the otters in the water.

At this moment, the otters gathered along the bank, eagerly anticipating the visitors who would offer them food. One otter even seemed to wave, doing its utmost to capture attention.

Both Xue Yuantong and Bai Yuxia had taken turns feeding this particular otter.

A park staff member on patrol issued a gentle warning, "Everyone, please be cautious. Otters have sharp teeth and claws. While our otters are well-trained, please refrain from provoking them, and also..."

The staff member paused, recalling a negative incident, and added another reminder, "Please do not throw cigarettes to them."

"This little creature is truly that dangerous?" Xue Yuantong gazed at the otter in front of her, which expressed itself with an endearing chirrup, questioning its supposed ferocity.