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The museum halls stood silent, shadows lengthening across fossil displays as Krebs entered, heels clicking sharply behind him. He spotted Henry immediately, striding forward with urgent purpose. Zora followed, her expression unreadable. "Dr. Loomis!" Krebs exclaimed, gripping Henry's hand. "We need you on the expedition. Next week." Henry blinked, adjusting his glasses, caught off guard by the sudden demand. Zora stepped forward, calm and direct. "They're ready to pay a hefty amount. Enough to fund the department." Henry hesitated, mind racing with calculations, then nodded slowly. "Fine. But the money goes to the museum." Krebs shook his hand firmly. "Deal." The scene shifted to the dock at sunset, orange light reflecting off the water. Henry arrived last, burdened with gear, joining the…