Fisherman Catches Fish With Wings, Then Finds Out What It Really Is

The third day came. Travis returned early, before sunrise. The lab was quiet. He checked the tank. The fish hovered midwater, wings pulsing like a heartbeat. It glided toward him slowly as he leaned in. He touched the glass with two fingers. The fish pressed back, gently. He smiled. “Time to go home, friend,” he whispered.