The kids nodded eagerly at my suggestion, their excitement brimming. Aoi's tail swayed under her clothes happily as she clutched my hand tighter.
"Reptiles first, then the king of the jungle!" he declared, leading the charge toward the reptile house.
The path to the reptile exhibit was lined with trees that provided much-needed shade from the warm sun. Families strolled past, some pushing strollers, others holding children's hands as they chatted about their favorite animals. The air buzzed with the sounds of birds chirping and the occasional distant roar of a big cat.
As we entered the reptile house, the temperature dropped noticeably. The dim lighting made the glowing glass tanks stand out, each one housing fascinating creatures. A small crowd gathered around the first tank, which contained a massive green anaconda coiled lazily in its enclosure.
