The Long Walk Back
It wasn’t easy. The forest was uneven, the terrain rough, and the mother hippo’s size made the journey slow. But step by step, she followed her calf, who never left Julia’s side. The zookeepers moved carefully ahead, ensuring the path was safe.
David stayed close to Julia, whispering encouragement whenever she faltered. Hours felt like days, but at last, the distant sight of the zoo’s fence appeared through the trees. Julia’s chest swelled with relief.
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