Ning Fei navigated deeper into the dense forest, pointing out various wild Ganoderma lucidum growing at the base of trees.
"These are common wild Ganoderma lucidum. They're nutritious, but not particularly valuable," he explained. His calm and composed demeanor set a tranquil tone for the stream.
"When exploring the forest, safety is the priority. While danger isn't common, there are signals to watch out for—like large puddles of urine or significant animal droppings. These could mean a large animal is nearby."
His soothing voice, clear articulation, and unhurried pace kept the audience engaged.
"The anchor is so knowledgeable!"
"He's got brains, looks, and charm—unfair!"
"This is why the Watch Master is unstoppable in the wilderness."
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By mid-morning, the live-stream's popularity had surged to 450,000 viewers. But Ning Fei suddenly paused, his gaze fixating on the ground.
"Not again," he muttered under his breath, stepping toward a large tree.
Underneath it was a massive pile of fresh animal droppings. The drone hovered above him, capturing the scene.
"Look at this," Ning Fei said, pointing to the evidence. "This belongs to a large wild animal, and it's fresh. That means the animal is nearby. We need to leave this area—carefully."
The audience erupted in the chat.
"Oh no, this doesn't look good!"
"Anchor, be careful!"
"This is making me nervous!"
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Suddenly, a shadow emerged in the background, caught by the drone's camera.
Behind Ning Fei stood a massive black bear.
The chat exploded:
"RUN!"
"Behind you!"
"Watch Master, turn around carefully!"
Ning Fei heard the rustling and turned his head to see the bear—towering and majestic, standing just meters away. His pupils shrank as he muttered, "It's a black bear."
He remained composed. Running was not an option; black bears could sprint faster than Olympic athletes. Playing dead or climbing a tree wouldn't help either, as black bears would attack or follow.
The only choice was a slow, cautious retreat.
Step by step, Ning Fei backed away, maintaining eye contact with the bear. His every movement was deliberate. The audience was on edge, holding their breath, fists clenched.
Finally, after retreating far enough, Ning Fei disappeared from the bear's sight. Only then did he break into a run, leaving the area completely.
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Once safe, Ning Fei wiped the sweat from his brow.
"That was intense," he said, catching his breath. "Encounters like this remind us to respect the wilderness."
The audience sighed in relief before the chat became lively again:
"Anchor, you're amazing!"
"That was terrifying—and awesome!"
"Back then, I killed a Siberian tiger with just a shovel, no big deal."
Gifts poured into the live-stream as viewers showed their appreciation.
"[Dung Sea Crazy Maggot] sent a rocket!"
Ning Fei paused at the unusual username but thanked the viewer earnestly.
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Just as he resumed his journey, Ning Fei's eyes lit up. He approached a large rock with an expression of awe.
The chat buzzed with curiosity:
"What did you find, Watch Master?"
"Is it another rare treasure?"
"He looks just like he did when he found the white jade Ganoderma!"
Crouching near the rock, Ning Fei spoke with excitement:
"As the saying goes, after surviving a catastrophe, good fortune follows. I believe I've found a true treasure—this appears to be a blood jade Ganoderma lucidum."
The chat erupted in disbelief and awe.
"A blood jade Ganoderma?! Isn't that priceless?"
"Anchor, you're the luckiest treasure hunter alive!"
"We need a close-up of this legendary find!"
Ning Fei carefully examined the vibrant Ganoderma, its surface glimmering like polished jade. His calm yet thrilled expression left the audience in awe of both his luck and his expertise.
With one danger narrowly avoided and an extraordinary treasure discovered, the adventure continued.
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