Looking at the two completely subdued animals.

Chen Wen nodded in satisfaction, "Since you've chosen to hang out with me, we're all family here. Among family members, no fighting is allowed. If I find out, you'll be severely punished!"

"Little Eagle, you're free to roam today, go wherever you want, and stay safe."

After instructing the Golden Eagle, Chen Wen turned to the Canadian lynx, "You take a rest in the shelter first. Once you're in better shape, we'll hunt together."

Having said that, Chen Wen no longer concerned himself with the two animals.

Harmonious cohabitation isn't just about talking.

It also requires a long time, there's no rush.

After Chen Wen left, the Golden Eagle shot a wary glance at the lynx and flew away.

And as the lynx watched the Golden Eagle's departing figure, a hint of ferocity flickered in its eyes.

A life-and-death feud, perhaps can only be resolved with life and death.

...

Morning.

Chen Wen and Hua Yun were still busy with the camp chores together.

But it's worth mentioning that Chen Wen's nets had caught something.

A plump river bass was scooped up by Hua Yun.

"Wow, this big?"

Looking at the river bass, Chen Wen's eyes nearly popped out.

This river bass was almost fifty centimeters in length, estimated to weigh about eight pounds!

Although you often see exaggeratedly large river bass, those are exceptions.

Most river bass reaching 30 centimeters are considered mature individuals.

This big guy reaching fifty centimeters.

Truly an outstanding specimen.

Hua Yun nodded, equally surprised, "The river bass I saw was only about thirty centimeters, really didn't expect such a large one was hiding in the deep waters, we're in for a treat this time."

"Absolutely, river bass has tender flesh with few bones, and it's said to be very delicious. If we make a soup with it, it would be perfect."

Chen Wen recalled some of the information he'd read, then added, "Moreover, the liver of a river bass is very large, and I've heard it tastes superb."

"I'll ponder over it at noon, see if I can make some fried fish liver."

Listening to Chen Wen's description, Hua Yun quietly swallowed.

Having eaten smoked jerky for several days, it had become a bit tiresome.

The lynx, beside them, saw the big fish and its mouth watered even more desperately.

It's only natural for a cat to eat fish.

After all, the lynx is a member of the cat family.

Round it off, and it's still a cat.

Seeing the lynx's greedy look, Chen Wen laughed, "Look, we haven't even started cooking, and you're already drooling, don't worry, you'll get your share."

Upon hearing this, the lynx immediately started jumping with joy.

Hua Yun, observing the lynx, remarked in surprise, "This guy really has some spirit to it, how long are you planning to keep it on the leash?"

Chen Wen replied, in a voice only Hua Yun could hear, "Just for the next two days. Once it can follow a certain set of commands, I'll let it go."

Hua Yun nodded slightly.

Little did they know, the lynx's tufted ears twitched, having heard Chen Wen's words clearly.

With freedom in sight, the lynx's mood improved even more.

...

Noon.

With the Golden Eagle returning with a dead American beaver.

Lunch officially began.

Chen Wen, according to the Golden Eagle's appetite, made a platter of its favorite bighorn sheep meat and bear meat.

The Golden Eagle looked at the strips of meat in front of it, brimming with excitement.

The lynx, on the other hand, was given all the internal organs except for the fish liver and half of the fish tail.

This allocation was based on a three-meal-a-day plan, ensuring both animals were as full as possible.

However, the lynx's appetite was evidently larger than Chen Wen had thought.

After finishing its own meat, it seemed clearly unsatisfied.

At that moment, Chen Wen was busy cooking, while Hua Yun was dealing with the grouse.

Neither of them noticed what was happening nearby.

The lynx's eyes shifted cunningly, glancing at the Golden Eagle's meat.

It could smell that in the Golden Eagle's food, there was a type of good meat it hadn't tasted before.

Seizing the moment when the Golden Eagle wasn't watching, the lynx swiftly stretched out its paw to snatch the Golden Eagle's food.

Both Chen Wen and the Golden Eagle were stunned.

Neither had expected the greedy lynx to outright ignore Chen Wen's warning.

After the initial shock, the Golden Eagle's heart surged with fury.

It flapped its wings fiercely, kicking up dust.

As Chen Wen and Hua Yun were just starting to notice the commotion, the Golden Eagle extended its sharp claws to strike at the lynx's back.

Not to be outdone, the lynx roared, preparing to tear the Golden Eagle apart with its front claws.

But the title of king of the raptors wasn't just for show.

As the lynx raised its claws, the Golden Eagle beat its wings to adjust its position, successfully soaring over the lynx's head.

Its claws tore into flesh and blood.

The rage poured out.

The lynx shrieked, its fur bristling, trying to claw at the Golden Eagle's belly in retaliation.

Seeing the lynx going for the kill.

The Golden Eagle's pupils flickered, and its heart turned fierce as well.

Its second claw aimed straight for the lynx's eyes.

If it landed, the lynx's eyes would definitely be ruined!

But Chen Wen couldn't allow this scene to unfold.

The moment the two animals began fighting, Chen Wen quickly rushed forward.

He reached out, grabbing the lynx by the scruff and pulling it out of the Golden Eagle's reach.

The Golden Eagle's claw struck air, poised for another attack.

But Chen Wen grabbed the Golden Eagle by the leg, causing it to lose balance.

The Golden Eagle, slightly panicked, tumbled down.

Chen Wen caught the Golden Eagle, preventing it from actually hitting the ground.

The lynx was also held aloft by Chen Wen, struggling with all four legs flailing.

Holding both animals like that.

Chen Wen waited until they both calmed down.

He glanced at Hua Yun, remaining silent, and handed the Golden Eagle over to her.

After spending many days together, the Golden Eagle had also accepted Hua Yun.

It nestled in Hua Yun's arms, quietly sulking.

Chen Wen sighed, leaving the recording and filming equipment in the shelter, and led the lynx into the woods.

He had ignored the inherent competition instincts in these creatures.

Chen Wen thought helplessly.

The start given by the crested owls and bobcats had made him believe that special animals could overcome their instincts.

But now it seemed, that wasn't necessarily true.

Arriving deep in the forest.

Chen Wen walked in silence all along, making the lynx anxious.

Yet the expected punishment did not come.

Chen Wen simply released the lynx, even untying its leash.

He looked into the lynx's eyes and asked, "Why provoke the Golden Eagle?"

"Not full."

The lynx replied pitifully, "I know I was wrong."

Just because it wasn't full?

Chen Wen found it hard to believe, "That simple?"

However, after voicing it, Chen Wen realized, "No, not simple. Not being full is a huge deal for all creatures."

Chen Wen didn't say more but offered the lynx two choices, "Choose, first, I'll treat you but you need to leave here..."

"I choose the second one."

The lynx decisively replied.

In just a morning and night, the lynx felt it could not leave these two humans.

Is there a happier place in the world?

Chen Wen paused, a bit surprised by how quickly the lynx agreed.

He said, "If you choose the second option, you must follow the rules. If something like this ever happens again, I'll have Hua Yun, my partner, shoot you dead immediately!"

"But from now on, I won't restrict your freedom anymore. If you're not full, you can always tell me. There's enough food, but you must adhere to the distribution and not fight for the others' food."

The lynx nodded repeatedly, "Okay."

Chen Wen brought the lynx back.

Seeing Chen Wen had already let the lynx go, Hua Yun seemed confused.

Wasn't it agreed to wait till it follows commands before restoring its freedom?

Why restore it right after it snatched food?

Chen Wen didn't explain much, instead, he took the Golden Eagle back from Hua Yun.

"Keep an eye on the lynx, give it some more food, build that rapport, I'll go calm down the Golden Eagle."

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