CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND EIGHTY THREE: MISSED WORLD

The following weekend, Jonathan and Ariana decided to take Oliver on a surprise trip to the zoo. They woke him up early, his sleepy face lighting up with excitement when they told him the plan. “A zoo day?” Oliver exclaimed, bouncing on his bed. “This is going to be awesome!” They packed a bag with snacks, water, and sunscreen, and set off on their adventure. The drive to the zoo was filled with Oliver’s excited chatter, and Jonathan and Ariana couldn’t help but smile at their son’s enthusiasm. When they arrived, they were greeted by the sounds of exotic animals and the cheerful buzz of families enjoying their day out. They started their visit with the big cats, marveling at the grace and power of the lions and tigers. Oliver’s eyes widened as he watched a lioness stretch lazily in the sun, her golden fur glistening. “She’s so beautiful,” Oliver whispered, his voice filled with awe. They moved on to the primate exhibit, where they watched playful monkeys swing from branches and cu