Becoming a Kindergarten Teacher for S-Class Spirit Beasts – CH48

Chapter 48

At this moment, the Golden Eagle, its spirit power not yet restored, remained trapped in a special cage designed to suppress its spirit energy. It could do nothing but rage impotently against Huo Ranchuan’s bullying!

Wrapped head to toe in thick bandages, the Golden Eagle was kicked around in its cage, rolling across the floor several times, its sinister eyes glaring daggers at Huo Ranchuan.

It was clear that this Golden Eagle, almost entirely consumed by its animal instincts, was trying to figure out a way to kill Huo Ranchuan.

Huo Ranchuan had long grown accustomed to the Golden Eagle’s murderous stares. Seeing it quiet down, he pushed the entire cage, bird and all, back into the room.

The room was empty, save for the enormous iron cage and the bandaged Golden Eagle inside. There was nothing else.

Huo Ranchuan turned and left, paying no further attention to the Golden Eagle.

Although the Golden Eagle was driven by its animal instincts and had lost its connection to its host, it was, after all, just a spirit beast, not a real predator.

A faint trace of consciousness from its host still lingered in its mind, exerting some influence over it.

This was the reason Huo Ranchuan was reluctant to dispose of the Golden Eagle.

Not just for the sake of his brother or to prevent the empire from losing such a war god, but more so because the Golden Eagle was still a living being. Even though it was a spirit entity, as long as it retained some trace of human consciousness, it couldn’t be easily abandoned.

Now that Teacher Bai had already noticed, there was no need to hide it anymore. Huo Ranchuan looked at the badly kicked and battered door, feeling somewhat displeased.

Moreover, he had such a “beastman” locked up in his own home. Who knew what Teacher Bai might think after seeing it?

Bai Nuosi, seeing that Huo Ranchuan had subdued the Golden Eagle and the house was quiet again, spoke with some concern: “Director, with the situation being so complicated, why not send that beastman for medical treatment?”

Bai Nuosi was worried about the safety of having such a volatile and dangerous presence in Huo Ranchuan’s home. Of course, he wasn’t concerned for Huo Ranchuan, who was very capable, but he was worried about the little snake baby.

The cubs weren’t suited to live in such an environment. Bai Nuosi’s heart itched to take the snake baby away!

Huo Ranchuan, noticing Bai Nuosi’s thoughts, knew that the snake baby hadn’t yet recovered its spiritual energy, and its body was still covered in wounds. Its scars were severe, and not a patch of healthy skin remained. If Teacher Bai saw the snake baby in that state, wouldn’t he be frightened?

Pretending not to understand Bai Nuosi’s implied suggestion, Huo Ranchuan seriously explained: “I just brought it back from the hospital this afternoon. The doctors said it’s too violent and prone to attacking others. For safety reasons, it needed to be sent to a special place.”

In reality, they had suggested performing surgery on Chen Min, the host, to destroy his spiritual sea and make the Golden Eagle disappear entirely. But Huo Ranchuan had refused. He still wanted to hold out for a little longer.

Even though he couldn’t see any hope himself.

Huo Ranchuan carefully continued, “But that special place… isn’t very good… So I brought it back here.”

Bai Nuosi immediately understood what Huo Ranchuan meant.

For patients with unstable mental states, doctors usually suggested sending them to psychiatric hospitals or certain special care facilities.

But honestly, no matter how good those places were, the patients there likely wouldn’t have a great experience.

Bai Nuosi showed a sympathetic expression. “Director, is that beastman a good friend of yours? Or a family member?”

Huo Ranchuan’s expression dimmed. “A friend who is as important as family.”

Childhood friend, classmate, comrade—they were the best of friends, close enough that during their time at the military academy, there were even rumors suggesting they were a couple.

At that time, the campus forums were filled with gossip about the “love life” of the academy’s freshman captain and vice-captain.

But in reality, none of it was true.

Huo Ranchuan and Chen Min had become such good friends because they had similar interests and hobbies, not because of romance.

Both of them did like men, but they were both absolute tops, and both preferred the cute, gentle type.

Chen Min had even secretly dated someone during his time at the military academy, but due to family reasons, he had kept the relationship under wraps.

Thinking of these memories, Huo Ranchuan couldn’t help but recall how the Golden Eagle had looked at Teacher Bai earlier—it didn’t seem like an innocent gaze!

“A friend as important as family,” Bai Nuosi repeated to himself, thinking how wonderful that kind of friendship was.

Bai Nuosi envied friendships that could last a long time. He had grown up without family, raised in an orphanage, and later attended a boarding school. He didn’t have childhood friends or any close, inseparable companions. He had always been lonely.

He spoke enviously, “Director Huo, you’re really lucky to have such an important friend. You must take good care of him, and I hope he recovers soon.”

Huo Ranchuan nodded. “Thank you.”

In his golden eyes, there was a trace of regret and sadness.

Teacher Bai still didn’t know that the Golden Eagle was beyond saving. The only reason it was still here was because of Huo Ranchuan’s stubborn insistence.

But even Huo Ranchuan didn’t know how much longer he could keep holding on.

Bai Nuosi glanced at the time and said apologetically, “Director Huo, it’s time for the cubs’ dinner. I’ll prepare their formula and some food here, if that’s okay?”

Once the babies finished eating, he’d take the little panda cub home.

In fact, he could have just taken the little panda cub home for dinner, but he couldn’t stop worrying about the snake baby!

His sixth sense told him that Director Huo probably wasn’t good at preparing meals. If he didn’t step in, Director Huo might just let the snake baby keep sleeping without eating or drinking.

Hmm, Bai Nuosi didn’t mean to doubt Director Huo, but his sixth sense was usually very accurate.

Huo Ranchuan immediately nodded. “Of course, need any help?”

Bai Nuosi shook his head. “No need, Director Huo. You can sit and rest for a bit. I can handle it.”

At that moment, the little panda cub had emerged from under the sofa, clutching the snake baby, and was now sitting on the carpet in front of the couch.

As long as Teacher Bai hadn’t seen it hiding under the sofa out of fear of the Golden Eagle, it could pretend that nothing had happened.

Bai Nuosi walked over and began preparing milk for the two cubs. Since the snake baby was still asleep, he placed the prepared milk in a warmer, then added two spoonfuls of honey to the panda cub’s bowl of milk.

Concerned about the injury on Bai Nuosi’s arm, Huo Ranchuan came over to stand beside him, wanting to see if there was anything he could help with.

As Bai Nuosi prepared the milk, he asked softly, “Director Huo, if I may ask, why is that beastman wrapped up in bandages?”

The snake baby was wrapped in bandages because it had just undergone evolution, and its hardened scales hadn’t grown in yet, so the bandages were there to protect its fragile skin.

But that beastman… wasn’t it a huge eagle?

Could it be injured?

Just how serious must the injury be for it to be wrapped up like a dumpling?

Although Bai Nuosi knew it was inappropriate, he couldn’t help but want to ask.

Huo Ranchuan was stumped by Bai Nuosi’s question.

He was silent for two seconds, then blurted out, “It’s molting.”

Bai Nuosi: “…”

Bai Nuosi turned to look at Huo Ranchuan, utterly confused.

Huo Ranchuan remained calm, glancing at the little panda cub that was sneakily climbing onto the table. “It’s just molting, like the panda cub. All its feathers have fallen off, so we had to wrap it up.”

Huo Ranchuan continued his nonsense with a straight face: “A bird without feathers is like a human without clothes, so…”

He trailed off, unable to continue the fabrication.

When will this ordeal finally end?

Maybe he should just give Teacher Bai a pass to the Beastman Galaxy. Then, he wouldn’t have to keep hiding the truth about spiritual energy and spiritual entities from him anymore.

Huo Ranchuan seriously considered the possibility. However, he quickly realized that if he did, his own spiritual entity would be exposed.

If Teacher Bai found out that the snake baby he cuddled every day was actually Huo Ranchuan’s adult spiritual entity, and not a cub but a fully grown entity for over ten years, would Teacher Bai be upset?

Huo Ranchuan: “…”

Although Bai Nuosi found the molting excuse a bit odd, when he looked at the panda cub’s belly, patchy from shedding, he immediately understood. “I see, that makes sense. It does need to be covered up.”

He placed the prepared milk bowl in front of the panda cub, then carried his own ingredients to the open kitchen.

As he sorted the ingredients, he asked, “Director Huo, do you have any dietary restrictions?”

Huo Ranchuan, glancing at the panda cub slurping up its milk, quickly turned and walked over to where Bai Nuosi was busy in the kitchen. He shook his head, “No restrictions.”

Bai Nuosi smiled. “Great! How about we have buns for dinner tonight?”

Huo Ranchuan had never eaten buns before and assumed it was a dish from Bai Nuosi’s galaxy. But it didn’t matter; he wasn’t picky when it came to food.

Huo Ranchuan wanted to help, but as he watched Bai Nuosi skillfully prepare the ingredients, organize the kitchen, knead dough, and heat the stove, it was clear there was nothing for him to do. His large frame was more of a hindrance in the small employee dormitory, and Bai Nuosi had to squeeze past him several times.

After the second time, Huo Ranchuan awkwardly retreated to the living room, exchanging a long, silent stare with the panda cub, who was licking its empty bowl.

Meanwhile, the Golden Eagle, locked in another room, began screeching again, possibly stirred by the smell of food.

Huo Ranchuan walked to the door, contacted the AI housekeeper robot, and had the damaged door removed. He then went online to order a new one, opting for a metal door with excellent soundproofing and durability. Even if the Golden Eagle tried to kick it down, it would likely take a full day and night of effort.

As soon as Bai Nuosi’s buns were ready, the new door was installed. The sturdy metal door was perfect—completely soundproof and strong enough to withstand even the Golden Eagle’s kicks.

The moment the buns were out of the steamer, the panda cub immediately abandoned its empty bowl, waddled over to the kitchen, and clung to Bai Nuosi’s leg, drooling. “Yummy! Hungry!”

It could already smell the delicious sour bamboo shoots.

Bai Nuosi’s pickled sour bamboo shoots were incredibly tasty, and though the panda cub had only tried them once, it was already addicted.

Bai Nuosi laughed, wiping the panda cub’s face with a napkin. He then filled a clean bowl with four soft, round buns and placed them in front of the cub.

The buns were stuffed with sour bamboo shoots and spicy minced meat—flavors the panda cub loved. Though these flavors were a bit strong for most cubs, they were just right for the panda cub.

“These are called buns. Go ahead, eat them,” Bai Nuosi said to the panda cub.

The panda cub, holding its bowl with both paws, grinned from ear to ear. “Bun! Eat bun!”

Bai Nuosi chuckled and prepared four more buns for the snake baby, filling them with meat and vegetables for a lighter flavor. He set them aside to cool, ready for when the snake baby woke up.

Huo Ranchuan had never tasted buns before, but looking at the round, fluffy buns and smelling the delicious aroma, he suddenly realized he was hungry for the first time all day.

His stomach let out a loud growl right on cue.

Bai Nuosi handed him a spicy minced meat bun. “Director Huo, would you like to try one? Though it might not be to your taste.”

The two galaxies were far apart, and their culinary traditions were quite different.

Huo Ranchuan took the warm bun from Bai Nuosi, watching the smiling, apron-clad teacher, feeling a quiet stir in his heart.

Such a gentle, beautiful, and capable person—he found it hard not to develop feelings for Teacher Bai.

Especially since Bai Nuosi was exactly his type.

Huo Ranchuan took a bite of the bun, and his mouth was immediately filled with a burst of rich flavor. The soft bun and the savory meat inside were delicious. Huo Ranchuan rarely ate food from other galaxies, but this bun completely surprised him.

It was really, really good!

And it wasn’t just him—the panda cub was gobbling up its buns, two bites per bun, without even looking up!

Huo Ranchuan: “…”

Hmm, now I suddenly understand why all these cubs like Teacher Bai so much and never want to leave his side.

Bai Nuosi came out carrying a few bowls of vegetable soup and a plate of stir-fried greens. He glanced at the newly installed metal door, hesitated for a few seconds, and tentatively asked Huo Ranchuan, “Director Huo, shouldn’t we send some food over to your friend as well?”

The other party was a patient. Though irritable and prone to anger, it was currently locked in a cage. If they didn’t send any food or water to the Golden Eagle, it might go without either for a long time.

Even though it wasn’t his concern, Bai Nuosi couldn’t help but think about it since he was here.

Huo Ranchuan nodded, “We should send some.”

He stood up, picked up a plate, placed five buns on it, and headed toward the room where the Golden Eagle was kept.

At the door, he turned to see Bai Nuosi following behind him, somewhat embarrassed, holding a tray with a bowl of soup, a basin of water, and a bowl of chopped fruit.

Huo Ranchuan: “…”

Bai Nuosi quickly explained, “I noticed the room was empty just now, and I was worried it might be thirsty.”

After all, the Golden Eagle had been kicking the door and walls earlier—it was bound to be exhausted, right?

Huo Ranchuan stayed silent for two seconds, then said nothing further. Though spiritual entities were different from humans, who wouldn’t want proper care? To be cared for and loved is a unique experience. Even animals with no higher consciousness crave it, let alone a spiritual entity that still retains some human awareness.

Without another word, Huo Ranchuan opened the door. The Golden Eagle was crouched in its cage, staring intently at the window. Judging by its gaze, it was probably plotting something again.

With a stern expression, Huo Ranchuan placed the plate of buns outside the cage, expressionless. “Time to eat.”

The Golden Eagle: “…”

Its eyes narrowed slightly. Damn, it, a mighty S-class spiritual entity, was now reduced to waiting to be fed like a caged pet bird?

It slowly stood up, its orange-red eyes glaring dangerously at Huo Ranchuan. If it could, it would have lunged at him by now.

Huo Ranchuan sensed the Golden Eagle’s murderous intent. Once the pride of the skies, undefeated in battle, it was now locked in a cage with no freedom, unable even to escape. It was no wonder it felt so frustrated.

The fact that it remained so calm and quiet meant it was holding back. It was smart enough to know that throwing a tantrum wouldn’t help right now.

Huo Ranchuan met the Golden Eagle’s gaze with composure, and the two locked eyes in silence, the tension in the air growing thick.

Meanwhile, outside the door, the panda cub, trembling from the overwhelming pressure, stuffed a bun into its mouth with one hand while holding another. It quickly scurried over to the Teng Snake’s side and lay down.

The Teng Snake had just woken up, roused by the delicious scent in the air. Groggily, it opened its eyes, only to be met with a close-up view of the panda cub’s face, bun still in its mouth, chewing away.

Seeing that the Teng Snake had woken up, the panda cub immediately made a shushing motion and whispered with a mouthful of sour bamboo shoots, “The bird’s awake! Don’t make a sound!”

Teng Snake: “…”

The Teng Snake was speechless. When would this panda cub ever get a bit smarter?

Back inside the room, with the tense standoff between Huo Ranchuan and the Golden Eagle dragging on, Bai Nuosi peeked in from the doorway, wondering why Huo Ranchuan hadn’t come to take his tray. As soon as he did, the Golden Eagle snapped its head around to stare directly at him.

Bai Nuosi: “…”

Now that the Golden Eagle had spotted him, there was no backing out. Nervous and cautious, Bai Nuosi stepped into the room, keeping an eye on the Golden Eagle. “Sorry for disturbing you, I just came to bring you some food. No need to be anxious…”

In truth, he was the one who was anxious, so much so that he started rambling nonsense.

Huo Ranchuan kept a close eye on the Golden Eagle, worried that it might try something. Though the bird was caged, it could still easily harm someone without combat skills if it wanted to.

But the Golden Eagle made no move. It tilted its head, following Bai Nuosi’s every step.

For a moment, even Bai Nuosi thought the Golden Eagle seemed a bit entranced by him.

He didn’t sense any hostility from the bird, nor any aggression. His nerves eased slightly as he cautiously walked over to Huo Ranchuan’s side, placing his tray next to the plate of buns.

The Golden Eagle: “…”

The bird glanced at the buns, then at the tray Bai Nuosi had placed down. After a few seconds, it lifted its head, looking suspiciously at Huo Ranchuan.

With what remained of its human consciousness, the Golden Eagle assumed that the cute, apron-wearing Bai Nuosi must be Huo Ranchuan’s hired cook—or maybe a servant.

If it stayed here with Huo Ranchuan, would it get to see this little cutie every day?

The little cutie would probably bring it food every day, too.

Come to think of it, was the food prepared especially by this little cutie?

The Golden Eagle’s slow-thinking brain started to work, its eyes fixed on Bai Nuosi. The more it looked, the more it found Bai Nuosi pleasing to the eye. Everything about him seemed adorable, even the fragrance coming off him was pleasant and comforting.

The Golden Eagle wondered, could this little cutie lay eggs?

If it built a nest and hid the little cutie inside, would he lay eggs and hatch little birds?

This bird was lecherous!

Huo Ranchuan knew the Golden Eagle too well. Besides, it was easy to understand the mind of a beastly Golden Eagle.

Huo Ranchuan’s face darkened as he glared at the bird, his smile turning sinister. “Eat up, friend. If you don’t, it’ll get cold.”

The golden eagle turned its head and gave Huo Ranchuan an impatient glance, then rolled its eyes and squatted down, clearly having no intention of coming over to eat.

After Bai Nuosi had set the food down, he stood close to Huo Ranchuan and couldn’t help but softly say to the golden eagle, “These buns are from the Blackbird Galaxy. If you’re not used to them, you can have the soup. The vegetable soup is made according to a recipe from your area, and there’s also a fruit platter. I’ve heard that fruits and vegetables are especially beneficial for birds…”

As Bai Nuosi spoke, his voice grew softer and softer because, as soon as he started talking, the golden eagle, who had just rolled its eyes at Huo Ranchuan, swiftly turned its head and locked its sharp gaze back on him.

Bai Nuosi thought he might have said something wrong, so he nervously took a small step back and gave the golden eagle an awkward smile.

The golden eagle: “…”

The golden eagle was instantly stunned!

Who would understand?! The little cutie just smiled at me!