Fisherman Thought He Caught An Orange Shark — Expert Turns Pale When He Notices This

Adrenaline surged through Mike's veins as he clung to the poachers' hull in total darkness. The severed cable dangled uselessly in the water, but his relief was short-lived. Above him, he heard raised voices and the heavy thud of boots on the deck as the poachers barked orders at Robert. Mike remained submerged, his strength draining as he fought to keep his breathing silent through the snorkel. 

Without heavier tools or a weapon, he was utterly helpless in the water. He watched the glowing orange shape of the sedated sturgeon resting quietly on the reef ledge below, knowing that once the poachers forced Robert to yield the location, the magnificent creature would be slaughtered. Losing hope, Mike closed his eyes against the cold sting of the salt water, wondering how much longer his numb limbs could keep him afloat in the pitch-black ocean.