Back in the cabin, Lin Feng closed all the doors and windows.

He gently placed the net on the ground, and then slowly and carefully untied the rope at the opening of the net.

As soon as the network port was released, the "Phantom" shot out from inside like an arrow!

The space inside the log cabin is, after all, limited.

It panicked and scurried around in the cramped space, nearly crashing into the walls and furniture several times.

Its beautiful blue-purple fur stood on end due to tension, it hissed threateningly, and its crimson eyes stared intently at Lin Feng and Wangcai, filled with hostility.

Lin Feng did not rush to approach, but stood quietly in place, letting it vent its fear.

Following Lin Feng's signal, Wangcai quietly lay down at the doorway, blocking the only exit, but did not make any aggressive gestures.

After a while, "Phantom" was also tired from bumping around. It curled up in a corner of the wooden house, its body trembling slightly, watching Lin Feng warily.

Lin Feng slowly squatted down, took out a small piece of fresh "wild spice" root from his pocket, and slowly handed it to "Phantom".

"Don't be afraid, little one."

He tried to keep his voice as gentle as possible: "Look, this is your favorite food."

"Phantom" looked at the piece of "wild spice," then at Lin Feng, her eyes still full of vigilance, but she unconsciously made a soft swallowing sound.

The delicious temptation and the fear of the unknown were locked in a fierce battle in its little head.

Lin Feng maintained the gesture of offering the "wild spice," a gentle smile on his face, patiently waiting.

He knew that it would probably take a long time for this wild little guy to accept him.

But today, he successfully brought it back to the cabin, which was the most difficult and important step he had taken.

The sunlight streaming through the window fell on the "Phantom's" blue-purple fur, reflecting dappled patterns of light.

Lin Feng looked at this beautiful yet wary little life, his heart filled with anticipation.

He believed that one day, the little guy would understand his kindness and become his true companion in the wilderness.

After the initial excitement of capturing "Phantom" subsided, Lin Feng calmed down and began to seriously consider how to settle this beautiful but irritable little creature.

The space inside the wooden house was undoubtedly oppressive and dangerous for it.

Its incredible speed and jumping ability make it extremely vulnerable to injury in confined indoor spaces, and it may also damage Lin Feng's belongings.

A sturdy, comfortable cage that can restrict its movement is what we urgently need right now.

Lin Feng's first thought was bamboo.

This forest is rich in bamboo, which grows rapidly, is tough yet lightweight, making it an ideal choice for making cages.

He spent an entire day venturing deep into the bamboo forest, carefully selecting a dozen or so mature bamboo stalks of suitable thickness and age.

These bamboos are straight and upright, with symmetrical joints. When tapped, they produce a crisp sound, demonstrating good elasticity and hardness.

He then cut down some thinner, more resilient green bamboo, intending to use it to weave some of the details of the cage.

After binding the bamboo with "tough vines" and laboriously transporting it back to the wooden house, Lin Feng did not immediately begin work.

He sat in front of the wooden house, carefully planning the design of the cage.

This cage must be sturdy enough to prevent the "Phantom" from breaking through and escaping using its strength and claws; it must also ensure good ventilation and a certain amount of space to move around so that it does not feel too cramped; at the same time, feeding and cleaning must be convenient.

He recalled the various birdcages and animal cages he had seen in his previous life, and combined them with the "Phantom's" size and habits—it was not large, but had amazing jumping ability and seemed to like climbing—Lin Feng decided to make a vertical, multi-layered bamboo cage.

The cage is expected to be about 1.5 meters high, and about 80 centimeters wide and deep. Inside, there can be some staggered bamboo perches to mimic tree branches, providing a place for the "phantom" to jump and perch.

After five days of hard work, a sturdy and beautiful bamboo cage was finally presented to Lin Feng.

To increase the comfort of the cage, Lin Feng also laid a thick layer of dry grass at the bottom of the cage and built a small rain shelter on the top of the cage using animal hides and large leaves. Although "Phantom" will be placed under the eaves of the wooden house, it is always good to have an extra layer of protection.

He patted the cage with satisfaction, making a solid "bang bang" sound.

Next, the task is to move the "Phantom" to its new home. This is another considerable challenge.

"Phantom" remains trapped in the "Resilient Vine" net. Although Lin Feng feeds it fresh "Wild Spices" and water every day, its hostility towards Lin Feng has not diminished at all.

Whenever Lin Feng gets close, it hisses threateningly, its crimson eyes filled with vigilance and unease.

Lin Feng first moved the newly made bamboo cage to the outside of the wooden house and opened the cage door.

Then, he carefully lifted the net bag containing "Phantom" and went to the cage door. He took a deep breath and slowly untied the ropes of the net bag.

The moment the network port was released, the "Phantom" burst out like a spring compressed to its limit!

But this time, it couldn't escape far. Lin Feng was prepared. He quickly used a thick piece of animal hide to shield himself, while slightly turning his body to the side, letting the "Phantom" sweep past him and rush straight toward... the open cage door.

Perhaps out of panic, or perhaps because the dim environment inside the cage made it feel like it could hide, "Phantom" plunged headfirst into the bamboo cage.

Lin Feng reacted quickly, immediately stepping forward and slamming the cage door shut with a "snap," then swiftly locking it in.

"call!"

He let out a long breath, feeling more exhausted than if he had fought a fierce battle.

The "Phantom" began to rampage wildly in its cage, scratching at the bamboo strips with its claws and slamming its body against the cage walls, producing muffled thuds and sharp cries.

Its beautiful blue-purple fur appeared somewhat disheveled due to its excitement.

Lin Feng didn't disturb it, but simply stood quietly outside the cage observing. He knew that it needed an adjustment period.

In the days that followed, Lin Feng began a long and patient attempt to tame the creature.

He feeds "Phantom" at the same time every day. The food is still its favorite fresh "wild spice" roots and stems, and sometimes it is also given some wild fruits that it can accept.

There was always an ample supply of clean water. At first, "Phantom" was very resistant. Even when hungry, it would wait until Lin Feng left before cautiously going over to eat a few bites.

Lin Feng was not discouraged. Every time he fed "Phantom," he would speak softly to it, trying to be as gentle as possible.

He never actively touched "Phantom," but simply stayed quietly near the cage while it ate, allowing it to gradually get used to his presence.

Sometimes, he would play a simple bamboo flute, the out-of-tune music echoing through the forest. The "phantom" would temporarily stop its restlessness, prick up its long ears, and tilt its head, as if listening to this unfamiliar sound.

Wangcai also became a member of Lin Feng's taming plan.

Lin Feng would let Wangcai lie near the cage, but forbade it from showing any threat to "Phantom".

Gradually, "Phantom" became less wary of Wangcai, and sometimes even looked at Wangcai curiously through the cage.

This process is slow and full of setbacks.

Several times, "Phantom" went on a hunger strike due to agitation, and Lin Feng was so anxious that he could only try his best to soothe her.

Sometimes, "Phantom" would suddenly become extremely aggressive, baring its teeth at Lin Feng through the cage.

But Lin Feng never thought of giving up.

He was deeply attracted by the Phantom's unique charm, and he firmly believed that as long as he had enough patience and sincerity, this spirit from the wilderness would one day open its heart to him.

During this time, Lin Feng did not neglect other matters. Food supplies, tool repairs, and exploration of the surrounding environment remained his daily routine.

In particular, the use of fishing nets allowed him to obtain fish resources in the stream more reliably.