Interstellar Zoo No. 1

Mu Ling, who lived on a rural planet, inherited a zoo from her great-aunt whom she had never met. – In this interstellar era, mutant beasts run rampant. War beasts left disabled or severely injured after fighting against these creatures are sent to willing zoos to live out their remaining days, unable to find peace elsewhere. Looking at the zoo full of old, weak, sick, and injured beasts, Mu Ling couldn’t imagine how much money she’d need to make to support this large family! To promote the zoo, Mu Ling created a StarNet account, posting photos of the animals in hopes of attracting visitors. Soon after, a video of a high-risk retired S-class war beast, the Ripper Tiger, calmly allowing its claws to be trimmed went viral on StarNet! Then more shocking videos surfaced… An S-Class Swiftfire Leopard, completely unfazed even when its tail was pulled! An S-Class Silver Snow Bear submitting to a bath without any resistance! An S-Class Dark Snow Wolf, voluntarily bringing its cubs to the zookeeper to be raised. Netizens: ???? Is this a sci-fi movie? What? These once-fierce, terrifying retired S-class war beasts—known for becoming increasingly antisocial, paranoid, and even biting their own masters after injury—can now be viewed by the public? No, no, no, zookeeper, wake up! Injured war beasts are mentally unstable and can go berserk at any moment! Don’t gamble with visitors’ lives!! – The galaxy’s first zoo, capable of calming the mental energy of injured war beasts and giving them a peaceful, happy life in their twilight years, has appeared. In disbelief, Federation officials from various departments rushed to investigate. The entire research team from the Imperial Military Beast Department came for a team-building excursion. Professors and outstanding students from the five major Beast Taming Academies uniformly arranged an autumn field trip. Officials from the Healing Beast Supply Center hurried over to learn. The principal of the Search and Rescue Beast Training Academy came to work part-time at his own expense. Even the President and the First Lady personally visited for an inspection tour. Mu Ling, now rolling in money: …I feel like I could open branch zoos! Ps: The female protagonist has a hidden identity; there’s a reason why animals are drawn to her. – One-sentence summary: I run a zoo in the Interstellar era. Theme: Self-reliance and self-improvement _ Translator’s Note: I moved this series from wook’s Teahouse to Shanghai Fantasy.. you can continue to read it there.

Original Publisher

jjwxc

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Interstellar Zoo No. 1 "Interstellar Zoo No. 1" promised a heartwarming blend of sci-fi and animal rearing, and for the most part, it delivered. I dove in expecting a light, fluffy read, and that's largely what I got, though with a few caveats along the way. ### First Impressions The initial chapters hooked me with the adorable animals and the charming protagonist, Mu Ling. The premise of an interstellar zoo is inherently appealing, and the early interactions between Mu Ling and her first animal companions were genuinely delightful. I was ready for a long, happy journey. ### What Works Well What truly shines in this novel is the unique personalities of the animals. The author does a fantastic job of making each creature memorable, ensuring they're not just generic "cute" additions. I also appreciated Mu Ling's character. She's sweet and caring, but not a pushover, and her growth throughout the story is satisfying. The slow-burn romance, while not the main focus, is a sweet addition, and the male lead is likable and supportive. The comedic elements are well-placed, preventing the story from becoming too saccharine. For a lighthearted read, it hits the mark! ### Areas of Concern While I enjoyed the overall experience, some aspects felt underdeveloped. The central plot surrounding Mu Ling's origins and the virus felt somewhat unresolved, leaving me with unanswered questions. I also felt that some of the side characters were a bit forgettable, and certain plot points, like the animal school, felt a little forced. The ending, while not terrible, could have been more fleshed out, providing a stronger sense of closure. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Several readers noted that the explanation of Mu Ling's special identity is not properly addressed. Her life would be in danger if anyone finds out about it, and quite a lot of people did. No solution is given at the end. Also, there is no family reunion between Mu Ling and her adopted family or her real family. They were just mentioned and forgotten. ### Final Verdict Despite some shortcomings in plot resolution and character development, "Interstellar Zoo No. 1" is an enjoyable and heartwarming read, especially if you're a fan of animal-rearing stories with a touch of sci-fi romance. It's a perfect choice when you're looking for something light, cute, and easy to get lost in. I'd still recommend giving it a try, just be aware that some plot threads might not be fully tied up.