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Chapter 27

Author: Helix
last update publish date: 2026-04-29 23:02:02

Jaxon

As the day winds down, I guide them to the aquarium's crown jewel, straight up to the 270-degree circular shark tunnel. I'd called ahead, made special arrangements with the staff. The tunnel simulates moon phases through its lighting system, and as closing time approaches, we have the entire space to ourselves.

Sharks glide overhead like phantoms while silver-blue light dances across Natalie's face.

Harry presses himself against the curved glass, counting fins with the kind of excitemen
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