Reborn as a tiger, he was chosen by the nation as its guardian beast.

The next morning.

Wang Hu yawned, stood up, quietly stretched, and began to wait for his breakfast.

Not long after, a familiar figure appeared.

It was Zhang Desheng, the zoo director.

He was still wearing simple work clothes today. His hair was thinning due to years of hard work, making him look older than his actual age, which is why he was nicknamed "Bald Old Zhang".

"Big cat, you're awake? I made you some stewed beef brisket today, eat more so you can grow strong."

Zhang Desheng carried a huge thermos, a kind fatherly smile on his face.

He was truly good to Wang Hu; otherwise, Wang Hu wouldn't have grown into this kind of person in just one year.

Upon hearing that today's dish was braised beef brisket, Wang Hu immediately perked up and nuzzled his leg with his big head.

This is my long-term meal ticket, so I have to take good care of it.

Zhang Desheng stumbled as he was bumped, laughing and scolding, "You're getting stronger and stronger. In another two years, my old bones won't be able to take your abuse anymore."

As he spoke, he poured the beef brisket from the large bucket he was carrying into the food bowl.

The aroma of meat filled the air.

Wang Hu buried his head and devoured his food.

Zhang Desheng squatted to the side, watching him eat with satisfaction, occasionally reaching out to stroke his smooth fur.

"Sigh, if only there were more tourists."

"You eat more and more every day, I'm really afraid I won't be able to support you anymore."

A soft sigh was heard.

Wang Hu paused for a moment while eating the meat.

He looked up and saw a deep, unyielding sorrow on Zhang Desheng's face.

He was actually very clear about the zoo's operating conditions.

They're definitely living beyond their means, living off their savings.

Even now, a large portion of the visitors to the zoo come specifically for him. Although he spends all his time lying down and sleeping, he is the true number one star tiger at Hwaseong Zoo. His large group of followers, whom he just took in last night, all depend on him for food.

Even so, it was barely enough to make ends meet, and Zhang Desheng even had to supplement his savings every month.

But how long can this last?

Judging from Lao Zhang's appearance, his savings are probably running out.

If the zoo goes out of business, wouldn't I really have to wander in the mountains and fend for myself?

That won't do.

Wang Hu narrowed his tiger eyes.

His mind started racing.

I have to find a way to solve this problem for my meal ticket.

Is there a way to make money while still being able to lie down and do nothing?

To be honest, if it were yesterday, Wang Hu really wouldn't have had any good ideas unless he put in more effort and showed more of his supernatural abilities, but he didn't want to attract too much attention.

But today is different. His Tiger Might talent, which awakened on his first birthday, gave him an idea quickly. He decided to make his underlings work even harder.

The next day at 2 PM was the peak time for tourists.

A group of people stood around the enclosure of the tiger enclosure, pointing and commenting on the large golden tiger inside that lay motionless, only occasionally swishing its tail.

"Why is this tiger sleeping again? This is the third time I've come, and it's been sleeping every time." A young girl muttered with some disappointment.

Her boyfriend immediately comforted her, saying, "That's how tigers are; they're lazy during the day and active at night. But you know what, this tiger is really beautiful. Its fur is golden, like silk."

"She's pretty, but she's too lazy; there's absolutely no interaction."

The surrounding tourists also chimed in.

"Exactly, it's a bit of a waste to pay money to come in and see it sleeping."

"I heard this zoo is about to go out of business. They probably can't even feed them enough meat, so how can they have the strength to move around?"

The murmurs weren't loud, but with Wang Hu's current hearing, he heard every single word.

He sneered inwardly.

Foolish humans, I'm just enjoying life, understand?

Just then, an exceptionally noisy voice squeezed in.

"Come on, everyone, let's put the camera on our prized possession at Hwaseong Zoo, the Siberian tiger that went viral a while ago."

A young man, dressed in a flamboyant manner and holding a selfie stick, squeezed to the front.

The young man shouted into his phone screen, "My name is Zhang Qiang. New family members can call me Brother Qiang. Today, Brother Qiang is bringing everyone to this zoo, which is known as the most 'rip-off' zoo in Huacheng!"

"Family members, look! This is their star attraction, a lazy, fat tiger! I bet it sleeps for 20 out of 24 hours a day!"

Zhang Qiang's words were highly inflammatory, and the live stream chat instantly erupted with comments.

[Brother Qiang is awesome! He dares to say that right from the start?]

Haha, this tiger is indeed quite fat; looks like it's been well-fed.

[What treasure of the garden? I think it's more like a fat otaku!]

Wang Hu lifted his eyelids and glanced indifferently at the young man named Zhang Qiang.

Another clown who'll say anything to grab attention.

However, this is a good opportunity.

Free publicity delivered to our doorstep—why not take it?

Seeing that he had successfully attracted the attention of the surrounding tourists, Zhang Qiang became even more enthusiastic.

He even pulled out a small Bluetooth speaker and started playing jarring electronic music in an attempt to provoke Wang Hu.

"Move a little, Fat Cat! Turn over for your family in the live stream, and Brother Qiang will send you a rocket!"

Zhang Qiang yelled strangely and even imitated a tiger's roar, "Awoo!" twice, which drew laughter from those around him.

Hearing the commotion, Principal Zhang Desheng rushed out of his office. Upon seeing the scene, he turned pale with anger.

"What are you doing! Turn off the music right now! Don't disturb the animals!"

When Zhang Qiang saw Zhang Desheng, instead of restraining himself, he pointed the camera at him.

"Look, everyone! The zoo director is here! Let's ask him what's going on with this tiger!"

"Old man, did you give your tiger sleeping pills? Why isn't it moving? Are you abusing it?"

Zhang Qiang's words were extremely malicious and completely distorted the truth.

"You...you're talking nonsense!"

Zhang Desheng was trembling with anger: "We treat the big cat very well! This is just its nature! If you don't leave, I'll call the police!"

"Scream! Scream!"

Zhang Qiang said nonchalantly, "I'm just keeping an eye on you on behalf of all the tourists! My friends, don't you think I'm doing the right thing?"

The live stream chat was filled with cheers, and various gifts began to flood the screen.

Zhang Desheng, an honest man, was no match for these online thugs and was so angry that he couldn't speak.

Wang Hu watched from the side and shook his head.

He's too honest with his own meal ticket.

Very well, it's time to let these ignorant humans see what a true "king" is.

He remained lying in the same spot, without even changing his posture.

However, an invisible pressure spread silently from him.