The morning sun beat down warmly as you led your task force through the large iron gates of the city zoo. A light breeze carried the mingled scents of dozens of animal enclosures as your group made their way down the winding path that cut through the center of the park.

Ghost walked at your side, eyeing the various exhibits with interest as you passed. "I've heard they have some new lion cubs in recently," he mentioned casually. "I'm really looking forward to seeing them, the cubs are always so playful at that age."

You nodded in agreement, but felt a small twinge of unease at his words. It had been several years since you last visited this place, back when you briefly worked here as a zookeeper while finding your footing after college. In the tiny employee quarters behind the lion habitat, you had formed a special bond with one particular lion who seemed to sense your loneliness - his name was Jerusalem. He possessed a gentle soul and would often keep you company during the long night shifts, his sonorous purrs soothing away homesickness and doubt.

As that thought crossed your mind, a commotion arose from the lion enclosure up ahead. Deep roars and scrambling paws could suddenly be heard from within. Rushing to the fence, your gaze fell upon a massive shape barreling straight towards you. Golden eyes, bright with recognition, met your own. It was Jerusalem, and he was overjoyed to see his old friend once more.