Chapter 225: Deer Sanctuary Site Selection, The Meaning of Deer and Cranes

Qincheng Forestry Bureau.

Ning Fei and Yong Tao arrived together. Ning Fei was immediately invited into the director's office at the Forestry Bureau to discuss the construction of the Deer Sanctuary.

He outlined his ideas and plans, submitting a formal written application.

Afterward, the higher-ups at the Forestry Bureau convened to make a decision.

Yong Tao's father was one of those senior officials, and naturally, he gave his approval.

The others were no exception.

They simply couldn't refuse; Ning Fei met every requirement perfectly.

First, there was his discovery of the stalactite cave and his donation of the Cretaceous Cicada Fossil. Although those matters fell under the jurisdiction of the Geological Bureau, the higher authorities had awarded Ning Fei high commendations. He was a politically impeccable figure.

Furthermore, the Geological Bureau and the Forestry Bureau maintained a good relationship. Once the Geological Bureau caught wind of this application, they put in a good word for him.

In addition, the Qinling Nature Reserve had used a photograph of Ning Fei for their promotional bulletin boards to promote harmony between humanity and nature.

It was the picture of Ning Fei scooping up stream water while a fawn drank directly from his cupped hands.

That image had since become the signature poster for the Qinshan Nature Reserve.

The leaders of the Forestry Bureau were all well aware of that photograph.

Now that Ning Fei was stepping forward to apply to establish a Deer Sanctuary, they naturally agreed to it.

Of course, the most crucial factor was that Ning Fei had the necessary funds.

He was currently the top streamer on the Douniao Live Platform. With a monthly income reaching the tens of millions, plus all the money he had saved previously, funding a Deer Sanctuary was a trivial matter.

Therefore, after everything was discussed and settled, the Forestry Bureau gladly approved Ning Fei's proposal to build the Deer Sanctuary.

"The location hasn't been finalized yet. The Government has tentatively designated the area behind Qinshan County, right at the foot of Qinshan. If you want, you can go survey it yourself and then submit the relevant paperwork," the Forestry Bureau official told Ning Fei.

"Alright, no problem," Ning Fei readily agreed.

After negotiating with the Forestry Bureau for the entire morning, the ownership rights for the Deer Sanctuary were basically locked in.

While he still needed some official approvals from higher up, it wouldn't be a major issue.

At noon, Ning Fei treated Yong Tao to a large meal. In the afternoon, Ning Fei drove off toward Qinshan County.

Qinshan County was situated at the foot of Qinshan, and Qinshan Village fell under its jurisdiction. Driving up the mountain road from the base would take one straight to Qinshan Village.

Ning Fei parked his car and set off toward a stretch of forest at the base of the mountain.

The moment he reached the foot of Qinshan, he started his stream.

He also changed the stream title to: "At the foot of Qinshan, selecting a site for the Deer Sanctuary."

As soon as the broadcast went live, the channel's popularity quickly began to climb.

"Temple Master Ning, you're finally live!"

"Where is this? Did you go into the mountains again?"

"What are you doing in the mountains this time?"

"The title says you're picking a site for a Deer Sanctuary. What's a Deer Sanctuary?"

"A Deer Sanctuary is a deer farm, a place used to raise fawns."

"You can raise deer?"

"Where do you think all that velvet antler comes from every year? Raising deer requires a larger investment and the paperwork is a bit harder to process, but it's still very profitable."

"It depends on the situation. Someone around here runs a deer farm in average conditions, and I heard their annual profit is around three or four million."

The viewers chatted among themselves, highly intrigued by the content of Ning Fei's stream today.

At that moment, Ning Fei was walking through a forest.

Strangely enough, the woods at the foot of the mountain still retained their green hues. There weren't many fallen leaves, making the area look exceptionally vibrant.

Ning Fei strolled through the mountain forest. Once the number of viewers in the stream grew, he explained to his audience, "Good afternoon, everyone. I met with the Government officials this morning because I plan to apply to build a Deer Sanctuary."

"Once a Deer Sanctuary is built, it's very difficult to alter, relocate, or rebuild. That makes the initial site selection incredibly important."

As Ning Fei walked through the woods, a squirrel stood on a nearby branch, staring at him in an adorably blank manner. Ning Fei casually reached out, gently pinching the squirrel's tiny paw between his index finger and thumb to shake it. The scene was incredibly heartwarming.

"Deer have a relatively strong wild nature, so the terrain needs to be flat and open. Also, the area should face the sun and have good drainage."

"If you choose a low-lying basin, it'll collect water in the summer, becoming damp and poorly ventilated. In the winter, it'll be cold and dreary. None of that is good for a fawn's growth."

Ning Fei surveyed his surroundings. Trees boxed him in, and as he looked ahead, he noted that the ground sloped too steeply in this area. It didn't meet his requirements.

"The site for the Deer Sanctuary should ideally have a stable, favorable microenvironment. The temperature, humidity, and rainfall must be moderate. It needs to remain warm, dry, and well-ventilated, preferably with some trees to provide shade and block the wind."

Listening to Ning Fei's explanation, the netizens finally realized just how complicated building a Deer Sanctuary actually was.

"Hearing it put like that, picking a site for a Deer Sanctuary sounds super troublesome."

"You need someone who can calm down and focus for this kind of work, because there are just too many factors to consider."

"Temple Master Ning really knows so much."

"Does this mean Temple Master Ning will be able to raise a bunch of sika deer in the future?"

"I am officially jealous!"

Ning Fei continued deeper into the mountain forest.

Choosing the Deer Sanctuary was very important to him, so he was determined to find the absolute perfect spot.

"Deer love cleanliness. They require a large amount of clean water in their daily lives, so before building a Deer Sanctuary, you have to understand the area's groundwater levels. At the same time, you have to investigate the nearby pollution situation to avoid industrial runoff contaminating the water source."

"However, a place like Qinshan County doesn't have any heavy industry or fertilizer plants. The water flows down from the mountains, and the water resources are extremely abundant."

He pushed through the woods, continuing his search.

Ning Fei didn't just keep climbing upward. Once he reached a certain elevation, he began to traverse sideways along the mountainside, maintaining a consistent altitude.

At this altitude, the temperature and humidity were optimal.

Ning Fei gazed out into the distance, searching for a suitable place to build the Deer Sanctuary.

A few viewers noticed that Ning Fei's eyes were clear, pure, and filled with a gentle warmth.

"Look at Temple Master Ning's eyes. They feel so gentle."

"I absolutely cannot resist a man like this."

"If only Temple Master Ning would look at me like that."

"Keep dreaming."

At this moment, Ning Fei spoke softly once again, "Deer are timid by nature and frighten easily. Therefore, they require a quiet environment, far away from residential zones and other noisy areas."

"But you also have to ensure the Deer Sanctuary has a sufficient power supply to meet the demands of operations and daily life."

"The power supply issue is fairly simple, actually. The mountain's power bureau can run electricity up mountains hundreds of meters high. Hooking up a place like this will be no problem at all."

Ning Fei laid out all his requirements for the Deer Sanctuary's location.

He continued his search. After passing through the woods, the area ahead opened up significantly.

When Ning Fei rounded the side of the mountain and spotted a large stretch of flat land enclosed by a canyon, his eyes lit up.

A lush forest sat right there, its leaves a vibrant green, indicating that the area had an abundant water supply.

Furthermore, the terrain was low and flat, and the environment was relatively stable.

"This place is great!"

Ning Fei said with a smile, highly satisfied with the spot he had found.

"But I still need to look around a bit more. There are plenty of good spots in the mountains. I'll keep this one in mind, but the next one might be even better."

Hearing Ning Fei's words, a viewer laughed, "Isn't that the strategy for finding a backup partner?"

And so, Ning Fei spent the rest of the afternoon surveying suitable locations for the Deer Sanctuary at the foot of the mountain.

He looked like a geological exploration expert, occasionally standing on high ground to gaze far into the distance.

The viewers found watching him search through the forest to be incredibly relaxing.

Qinshan's environment was inherently beautiful, and paired with Ning Fei's striking looks and unique aura, everything he did felt pleasing to the eye.

Ultimately, Ning Fei decided to settle the Deer Sanctuary in that canyon.

The canyon blocked the wind, the environment was relatively stable and quiet, and the scenery was excellent.

"Alright, I plan to build the Deer Sanctuary right here."

"First, I'll measure the dimensions. The higher-ups have regulations on how large of an area can be built, and we have to comply with them."

"As the old saying goes, 'If you want to get rich, build a road first.' Later, I'll pave a small path from the Deer Sanctuary leading to Qinshan County. That will make transportation much more convenient."

"Time to head back."

Ning Fei returned to the canyon site once more. He was deeply satisfied with this area.

With a single glance, it was as if he could already see traditional pavilions and towers rising from the ground, with gentle sika deer quietly grazing on the lawn within.

This would be his very own Deer Sanctuary.

On the way back, Ning Fei explained to the viewers, "Since we've brought up deer, let me share some traditional cultural knowledge about them with you."

"The ancients of Huaxia considered the deer an auspicious creature that brings good luck. In fact, the God of Longevity rides a deer."

"In ancient times, people liked to use the idiom 'six directions spring together' to express great auspicious harmony. The 'six directions' refers to the whole world, but phonetically, 'six directions' sounds like 'deer and crane.' Thus, both the deer and the crane carry the meaning of praying for good fortune."

Mentioning cranes, Ning Fei leisurely continued, "Cranes held an extremely exalted status in ancient times. People called them immortal cranes. In folktales, anyone associated with cranes was generally considered a refined hermit."

"Furthermore, cranes hold profound significance in Daoism."

"In terms of appearance, the crane mirrors the spirit sought by Daoism, exuding an ethereal immortal demeanor. A crane's graceful posture, pristine white feathers, and slender neck project a sense of elegance, ethereality, and lightness, which deeply aligns with the bearing of Daoism."

"I've always wanted to raise an immortal crane at Qingfeng Temple."

"Unfortunately, it's quite difficult to obtain the breeding permit."