The shark was an apex predator, a glistening engine of muscle and teeth, but it was clearly in distress. A large, hard bulge protruded from its midsection, distorting its sleek silhouette. The animal seemed unable to dive, caught in a cycle of erratic, painful movements.
While some of the crew argued that they should let nature take its course, Harry couldn’t ignore the creature’s suffering. He made the call to bring in a specialist.