On the surface, the rescue crews discussed options. “Could we use nets?” one officer asked. Elena shook her head. “If Nathan is inside, a frightened whale could dive.” Another suggested underwater sound. The captain immediately said, “No. We don’t know what that could do to him.”
“Then what do you suggest?” the officer asked. Elena pointed toward the pod. “We watch first.” The officer looked frustrated. “Every minute matters.” “Exactly,” Elena replied. “Which is why we shouldn’t do something stupid just because we’re scared.”