The First Glimpse
Through a break in the brush, they finally saw movement. A massive gray figure shifted among the shadows, its ears flicking as it raised its head. The mother hippo. She stood still at first, confused and breathing heavily. Julia froze, her hand tightening around David’s.
The zookeepers stepped forward cautiously, signaling everyone to stay quiet. The calf squealed sharply, drawing the mother’s gaze. Her small eyes locked on Julia, then her baby. The tension was unbearable.
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