By his side were two large dogs, one black and one yellow. They were well-built, with sleek, muscular lines.
They faced the approaching search and rescue team, letting out low, warning barks.
"Uncle Cai!"
Qiao Fei's eyes lit up as she was the first to call out a greeting.
"Uncle Cai, long time no see."
Yang Qi also took a step forward, a smile on his face.
This Uncle Cai was one of the most senior Forest Patrol Officers in the Cangshan area. In his youth, he had been a renowned hunter and knew every blade of grass, every nook and cranny of Cangshan like the back of his hand.
The first time Yang Qi had gone into the mountains to search for clouded leopards, Uncle Cai had been his guide.
The two hounds by his side, Big Black and Dahuang, were officially designated "Forest Patrol Dogs" and on the public payroll.
"Big Black, Dahuang, hello you two." Yang Qi crouched down, holding out his hands.
