Intruder

 

 Everyone was sound asleep, minding their own business, when it happened.

The quiet neighborhood erupted in blinding light and the raucous cacophony of powerful motors.

Diving for safety, the residents slowly and cautiously emerged, barely peeking out to see what was going on.

There was a crash, and all but the unlucky one disappeared again into the protection of the water.

On board the boat, the zoologist held up the gasping young gator to the camera, pointing out the reptile’s ancient attributes and congratulating himself for remaining safe yet victorious in this “gator-infested swamp”.

Also known as “their living room”.