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The summer storm came from nowhere. Rain beat down and the squalling wind whipped up the waves until they were higher than houses. Out at sea, thirty dolphins followed their leader as he dived underwater. It was a struggle to swim in the churning ocean as they headed for the seabed. Fighting tired muscles, the dolphins battled on until gradually, the ocean’s mighty force lessened. At last the pod reached the bottom where all was calm and dark. For a while they chatted excitedly in whistles and clicks. Then, one by one they began to rest, the youngest first, followed by the adults, swimming together in a slow lazy circle.

Soon only two dolphins were properly awake; Star, a pretty dolphin with dark friendly eyes and Spirit, the leader.

“That was unexpected,” whispered Star, nuzzling at Spirit affectionately.

Spirit nuzzled his wife back.

“There is more to come,” he clicked. “I sense stormy times ahead for our Silver Dolphins.”

“Surely not,” squeaked Star, alarmed.

“Hush,” soothed Spirit. “The Silver Dolphins will ride out the storm just as we do now.”

Star’s eyes were anxious.

“It won’t be easy for them,” she clicked.

“Being a Silver Dolphin is never easy,” Spirit replied. “But the struggle is worthwhile.”

“Can we help them?” asked Star.

“The Silver Dolphins must find their own way,” said Spirit calmly. “But yes, we will be with them on their journey.”