Yang Qi chose his words carefully. "I hope the three of you can keep this confidential and not mention it to the public. Currently, the only people who know about the clouded leopards in Cangshan are our Zoo staff, the Forestry Department, and the police. The outside world is still unaware of this."
"Clouded leopards are a top-level nationally protected species. They're critically endangered and extremely elusive. Premature or excessive public attention, especially from those with ill intentions, could easily disturb their peaceful lives and even put them in danger."
"Sometimes, the best way to protect them is 'to not know.' Letting them live quietly in the mountains is the greatest form of respect and protection we can give them."
Upon hearing this, Professor Yu was taken aback for a moment before a look of realization and admiration spread across his face.
