After Descending the Mountain, Seven Big Brothers Spoil Me - Chapter 512

Chapter 512: Jinbao: Return to Mother’s Home
One person and one cat, the two dashed forward swiftly. However, upon reaching the corner, a dog suddenly darted out, blocking their path.

Glancing around, there was no trace of Wang Yao.

Zhouzhou furrowed her brow, lamenting her escape once again.

Jinbao twitched his nose, about to dash in a certain direction, when the little black dog barked menacingly and lunged towards them.

Startled, Jinbao’s tail immediately stiffened, his front paws slightly bent, back arched, as he cautiously eyed the little black dog. With a low “meow,” Jinbao extended his claws towards it.

How dare a toothless canine like the little black dog try to intimidate it? Today, Jinbao was determined to show him who’s boss!

But before they could engage, a chubby hand grabbed Jinbao’s tail and pulled him into an embrace, while another hand reached out towards the little black dog.

The little black dog remained wary, but with a slight gesture from Zhouzhou, its hostility dissipated instantly.

Its wary gaze softened as it leaned forward, sniffing her scent. Gradually, its body relaxed, wagging its tail as it licked her hand.

Chuckling at the sensation, Zhouzhou lifted the little black dog into her arms, gently stroking its head.

Qin Lie arrived just in time to witness this scene, momentarily taken aback.

Zhouzhou seemed to have a natural affinity with animals.

Besides her innate charm, she appeared to possess some skill in animal handling.

Ma Hao had mentioned this before.

It was unclear who taught her, as she had no exposure to such things before coming down from the mountain. It was probably one of her senior brothers from the mountain.

Unaware of his thoughts, Zhouzhou, holding both cat and dog, solemnly declared, “You two shall be good friends from now on. Behave yourselves, no fighting. Come, let’s shake hands.”

With that, she reached out, grasping a paw in each hand.

To their surprise, the cat and dog locked eyes and simultaneously bared their teeth.

Fortunately, Zhouzhou was quick to intervene, preventing a potential altercation. Otherwise, the little black dog’s face might have been disfigured by Jinbao’s claws.

Lowering her gaze to Jinbao, Zhouzhou’s tone grew stern. “Jinbao, this behavior is unacceptable.”

It was the first time she had scolded him like this, eliciting a low, plaintive “meow” from Jinbao, who looked at her with reproachful eyes.

Having found a new love, she had forgotten her old one.

Unfaithful girl!

As Zhouzhou reached out to pet him, Jinbao turned his head away and swiftly leaped out of her embrace, darting away on his short legs.

He was heading back to his mother’s home; no amount of treats would lure him back.

Humph!

“Alas…” Zhouzhou called after him a few times, but to no avail. She could only sigh.

Sensing her mood, the little black dog let out a soft “woof,” its round black eyes filled with sympathy as it looked at her.

Zhouzhou’s touch grew gentler as she rubbed its head. Suddenly, she remembered something and quickly placed it on the ground, gently examining its injured leg.

The little black dog winced in pain, letting out a whimper. However, it refrained from biting and obediently lay on its back.

Seeing its docile behavior, Zhouzhou felt a pang of pity. “Don’t worry, I’ll apply some medicine. You’ll feel better soon.”

The little black dog licked her hand in response, as if understanding her words, remaining still.

After a brief examination, Zhouzhou discovered a dislocated bone, broken by brute force.

Realizing this, she frowned and inspected the rest of its body. It hadn’t been a waste of time.

She found cigarette burns on its back, along with bruises. Its teeth had been forcibly removed.

Seeing this, Zhouzhou gasped in shock. Who could have done this?

Too cruel!

Her aura suddenly diminished, noticed immediately by the little black dog, who squirmed uneasily. Meeting her gaze, it seemed to sense her anguish and nuzzled her palm in response.

Suppressing her anger, Zhouzhou gently stroked its head. “I’ll mend your leg first. It might hurt a bit, but don’t be afraid.”

The dog couldn’t understand human language, so it let out a soft “woof” in acknowledgment.

Taking a deep breath, Zhouzhou turned to Qin Lie. “Dad, could you help me hold it steady?”

Resetting a broken bone was painful; she feared it might struggle and cause further damage, necessitating a redo and more suffering.

Qin Lie nodded and approached, his large hand firmly holding the little black dog.

Sensing his imposing presence, the little black dog hesitated, reluctant to move.

Huo Ji’an also stepped forward, speaking softly to the little black dog. Its gaze followed his movements, its eyes seeming to speak volumes, melting hearts.

Now was the time!

With a swift motion, Zhouzhou set the bone.

The little black dog yelped in pain, instinctively wanting to bite, but before it could reach Qin Lie’s hand, it turned and bit its own leg.

The sight was heart-wrenching.

Quickly, Zhouzhou scooped it up in her arms. “There, there, it’s okay now.”

With that said, she took out some medicine and applied it to its wound.

The cool sensation of the medicine seemed to comfort the little black dog. Leaning against Zhouzhou’s arm, it nuzzled her gently and drifted off to sleep, exhausted.

Seeing this, Zhouzhou’s grip relaxed further.

After applying the medicine, Qin Lie glanced at the time. “It’s time for the exam.”

But she couldn’t take the dog with her if she was going to the exam.

Zhouzhou handed the little black dog to him. “Dad, can you hold him for a moment?”

As Qin Lie reached out to take him, the little black dog seemed to sense something. It trembled, its eyes wide with fear as it looked at him.

Qin Lie’s hand hovered in midair.

Sensing this, Zhouzhou quickly interjected, soothingly saying, “Let Uncle Yu hold him for now. Dad, take a break.”

As she spoke, she gently stroked the dog’s head.

Qin Lie’s expression remained unchanged. He had no particular fondness for small animals; it was only because of Zhouzhou that he held it. If it didn’t want to, that was fine too.

Indeed, once in Yu Ze’s arms, the little black dog became much more obedient.

Zhouzhou breathed a sigh of relief, instructing, “Uncle Yu, thank you. Little Black’s leg has just been fixed, so he shouldn’t run around for the next few days. I’ll have to trouble you to hold him for a while longer.”

“Okay.” Yu Ze nodded amicably, cradling the little black dog gently.

Huo Ji’an watched eagerly, reaching out to touch him softly. His eyes widened in amazement.

So soft.

The little black dog allowed him to touch him, behaving exceptionally well, making it hard not to like him.

Unable to contain his excitement, Huo Ji’an exclaimed, “Dad, can we adopt Little Black?”

Yu Ze was taken aback, looking at Huo Ji’an’s hopeful eyes. After a moment’s thought, he said, “If Little Black is willing, then yes.”

Ecstatic, Huo Ji’an declared, “I’ll take good care of Little Black! Whatever I eat, he’ll eat too!”

Zhouzhou nodded vigorously in agreement. Indeed, Little Skinny Pole couldn’t finish his meals alone; he always left some behind. With Little Black, they could split it evenly.