Chapter 963 - 133: Release into the Wild

Zhaxi Cizhu looked at the captured Barbarians, along with a whole host of core members of Hunting Owl, feeling a whirlwind of emotions.

He already knew the course of events.

But when he actually saw this group of scourges that plagued the reserve for over a decade being completely rounded up, he still found it somewhat unbelievable.

Two people, no, to be precise, it should be just Chen Wen alone.

Directly destroyed the entire organization.

Honestly, after hearing this news, Zhaxi Cizhu subconsciously felt a bit useless.

While Zhaxi Cizhu was reflecting, Chen Wen came over.

He discussed the previous events, speaking somewhat helplessly: "But no matter what, one ended up dead, killed instantly, without even a chance for rescue, that person was the second-in-command of Barbarians’ team, and from what the fourth-in-command said, the second-in-command was the closest to Barbarians, he probably knew quite a lot."

"It’s okay, it’s okay, dead is dead."

Zhaxi Cizhu looked at Chen Wen, indicating to him not to worry: "I’ll handle this, rest assured, it won’t involve you."

Chen Wen nodded slightly.

Zhaxi Cizhu didn’t pay much attention to the people of Hunting Owl, and together with Chen Wen, they approached the area protecting the animals.

This time, among the people who came, there were also several veterinarians from the reserve.

Of course, the two inside informers from the reserve had already been captured, those two were originally highly suspected targets of the reserve.

The veterinarians who came now were trustworthy.

The several veterinarians first checked the situation of the Black-necked Cranes, and after confirming that the cranes were just frightened and mostly unharmed,

they treated the external injuries of the Black-necked Cranes, then decided to release them.

In addition, of the two Golden Yaks, the calf was less injured, with almost no wounds on its body.

But the adult wild Golden Yak was more severely injured, after all, its weight was a factor.

During the Impact, it was the one that bore the greatest force.

Moreover, according to one veterinarian, the wild yak’s leg seemed to have been fractured a long time ago, this injury was also quite severe, they plan to transport the wild Golden Yak to the other side of the reserve for treatment.

After treatment, it will be released back into nature.

Soon, the reserve confirmed the date for releasing the animals, just the day before they leave.

...

During the time before the release.

More and more people came to the reserve and began interrogating members of Hunting Owl.

Chen Wen and Vikram found themselves unexpectedly free for a change.

Vikram, due to his profession, preferred not to interact much with official persons.

After simply discussing the situation with the reserve, Vikram left.

With Vikram gone, Chen Wen also felt unwilling to stay here.

After all, there was still some friction between the reserve and him.

Therefore, Chen Wen slipped away as well.

The reserve’s attitude towards these two heroes was naturally friendly, and they didn’t prevent them from leaving.

Of course, no one dared to stop them at this time.

Eventually, Zhaxi Cizhu, as the onsite commander, decided on a mode of interaction with Chen Wen.

Simply put, every morning and afternoon, someone would drive to the valley where Chen Wen and Vikram were stationed, bringing them food, progress updates, and news.

Although Chen Wen and Vikram were in the distant valley, they stayed informed about the situation here.

About two days later, staff from the reserve brought Chen Wen a piece of news.

With Barbarians speaking up, the inside informers in the reserve were also being identified.

The biggest inside informer was a deputy director working at the information center, responsible for delivering some messages and notices, a very crucial person.

Barbarians had always been well-informed about the reserve’s actions, greatly related to this person.

The inside informer was identified, beyond that, Chen Wen didn’t bother to learn more, as it was now the reserve’s business to handle.

...

Upon learning about the inside informer, Zhaxi Cizhu personally visited to tell Chen Wen that the reserve conducted a swift operation, capturing all informers.

He also came to inform Chen Wen that the day for releasing the animals was right around the corner, set for the next day.

As the one who saved these animals, Chen Wen’s presence was indispensable.

The next day.

At the invitation of the reserve, Chen Wen arrived at the scene.

Veterinarians were conducting final checks on the Black-necked Cranes and the calf.

This young male wild Golden Yak calf had reached a point where it could survive independently, so it was included in the release list.

Chen Wen stood afar, watching the animals, deeply moved.

Since his own Snow Leopard was attacked, he had been caught up in this affair until now.

But looking at these rescued animals, Chen Wen felt the hardship of this period had been worthwhile.

Soon, veterinarians gestured with hand signs, indicating that these animals were ready to leave.

Zhaxi Cizhu, as the chief officer present, looked at Chen Wen and said with a smile: "You do it, give the order to release."

Speaking, he handed a wireless radio to Chen Wen.

Chen Wen smiled, wanting to decline, but Zhaxi Cizhu insisted and handed it to him.

Eventually, Chen Wen took the radio in hand.

He paused briefly, then said softly: "Let the animals return to nature!"

As Chen Wen’s voice fell, the veterinarians at the front opened the cages.

The Black-necked Cranes stepped out from the cages that had trapped them for so long, onto the grass outside.

Once out, the Black-necked Cranes were somewhat tense and uneasy.

But as the veterinarians quietly retreated, these Black-necked Cranes slowly calmed down.

They gently spread their wings, sought the wind’s direction, and adjusted their flight postures.

After about tens of seconds.

The Black-necked Cranes determined their direction, ready to take off.

Slender legs rapidly moving across the ground, Black-necked Cranes spread their wings, flapping them while running, searching for a suitable takeoff spot.

During the run-up, the lift generated by their wings gradually overcame gravity, and soon, the Black-necked Cranes’ feet left the ground, successfully taking flight.

Accompanied by incessant calls from the Black-necked Cranes, those which were captured by Hunting Owl broke free of their cages, returned to the sky.

On the ground, Chen Wen watched the Black-necked Cranes from afar, silently wishing them well, hoping they wouldn’t be harmed by malicious humans again.

But at that moment, the Black-necked Cranes seemed to sense something.

Instead of flying away directly, they circled twice overhead Chen Wen.

While circling, the Black-necked Cranes emitted soft yet resonant calls that lasted for several minutes.

Several minutes later, only then did the Black-necked Cranes flap their wings and leave.

However, as they departed, these Black-necked Cranes displayed deep reluctance, with even two cranes constantly turning back after flying tens of meters away.

Seeing this scene, several veterinarians at the reserve couldn’t help but look toward Chen Wen.

They could clearly see that this group of Black-necked Cranes appeared to be expressing goodwill toward Chen Wen.

A member of the Tibetan Race couldn’t help but close his eyes, softly chanting something.

Chen Wen glanced over, with Zhaxi Cizhu beside him saying: "In our traditional beliefs, the Black-necked Crane represents the auspicious divine bird, their actions signify the instructions of the gods; the behavior of the Black-necked Crane just now was rather unusual, so that somewhat superstitious staff member is taking it as divine guidance."

Upon hearing Zhaxi Cizhu’s explanation, Chen Wen nodded slightly.

But Zhaxi Cizhu’s gaze on Chen Wen had changed.

He could sense that those Black-necked Cranes seemed to be thanking Chen Wen!