I have a wildlife zoo

Chapter 239 Giving Oneself a Leave

The National Day holiday buzzed on by just like that!

After the holiday, the number of visitors to the zoo decreased significantly, even quieter than usual.

Those who wanted to visit the zoo had taken full advantage of the break to have their fun, and now it was back to work for some and school for others.

The animal keepers relaxed quite a bit, usually finding time for half an hour or an hour of explaining a day, but during the busy holiday, they had to explain in the morning and afternoon, which was pretty tiring after a week.

Fang Ye also granted his staff time off, generally paying salaries on the 15th, but this month he considerately paid early, including the holiday overtime bonuses, so the employees could go out and have fun or shop without feeling embarrassed about being short on money.

However, the animals needed daily care and feeding, so the holidays were staggered in small batches to not affect the regular work.

The same approach applied to regular weekends, with some staff resting one day while others took their rest during normal working days.

Lü Jiamu, holding the hand of a four or five-year-old girl, entered the office in a good mood, "Director, I'm asking for leave!"Nôv(el)B\\jnn

The little girl, holding his hand and nestling against Lü Jiamu, looked affectionate.

Fang Ye, looking at the exquisitely cute little girl, asked in surprise, "Oh, Brother Lü, is this your daughter?"

"Yep, she's my little cotton-padded jacket," said Lü Jiamu, gazing at the little girl with tender affection.

Fang Ye smiled warmly, bending down, "Oh my, what a lovely young lady. You're in kindergarten, right?"

Lan Li also peeked out from behind the computer to look at the little girl, her face showing fondness.

She picked up a piece of candy and walked over, candy left over from the last Mid-Autumn festival event, which sat on the table Fang Ye wasn't particularly interested in but Lan Li would eat a piece or two each day.

Crouching down, she offered the candy to the little girl in a gentle voice, "Here, little one, have a piece of candy~"

"Take it," said Lü Jiamu.

"Thank you, big sister!"

After thanking for the candy, the little girl with round eyes looked at Fang Ye and said in a soft voice, "Are you the 'King of All Beasts'? Daddy says even the lions and tigers listen to you."

Suddenly realizing she'd written "Want to discuss love with the Director" as the reason for leave in her excitement.

She quickly folded it up and secretively hid it under the desk. "Director, could you give me another one? I messed up this one!"

Fang Ye shook his head, "Hey, just cross it out if it's wrong. I'll write it for you!" Your journey continues on empire

He swiftly began to write, "I, Lan Li, assistant to the Director, am usually gentle and attentive, skilled at calming crying children, always appropriately offering candies, following behind the Director to live stream, helping the Director gather materials, write announcements, post on social media, continually giving my all! I want to relax a bit!"

He approved, "Agreed, you've worked hard!"

Smiling at Lan Li, he said, "Okay! Shall we head out this afternoon then?"

"Yeah, sure!"

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When they left the zoo that afternoon, Lan Li wore a light green youthful and cute top, while Fang Ye, unusually for him, had changed out of his director's uniform into a black lion T-shirt.

Passing by, some people recognized them, like an aunt carrying a bag of vegetables in one hand and a bag of eggs in the other, apparently just back from shopping.

After examining them for a while, she greeted them cheerfully, "Director Fang, hi there! Had I not paid attention, I almost wouldn't have recognized you in different clothes! Are you on a date with your girlfriend?"

Concerned Lan Li might feel uncomfortable, Fang Ye quickly corrected, "She's not my girlfriend, we are just platonic friends!"

The aunt glanced at a shy Lan Li and thought to herself, Who would believe that? Just friends, yet the girl's face is blushing that much.

She gave a knowing look, "Mmm, I see, ahaha!"

"Hahaha!" Fang Ye joined in with the awkward laughter.

"Hey, Director Fang, when is your zoo going to bring in bears? My kid really loves 'Boonie Bears' and keeps nagging to see Briar, it's driving me crazy."

"Oh, our zoo already has bears, but they are currently in quarantine. As soon as the quarantine is over, they'll be on exhibit! It'll be pretty soon, you can follow our social media for updates, we'll notify when it's ready!"

"Alright, thank you, Director Fang. I won't keep you any longer!" The aunt walked away smiling and before she left, gave him a thumbs up and a wink.

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