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Princess Shuri found herself in the opulent Atlantic congress room, surrounded by dignitaries and diplomats from various underwater nations. The room exuded an air of mystique, with shimmering aquatic hues that seemed to dance in the candlelit chamber. She was engrossed in conversations with representatives from other realms when a familiar voice rang out, a voice that resonated through the room like a soothing melody.

"Princess Shuri! By the goddess, this is a surprise!" The voice belonged to a man with rich brown skin, dressed in a sharp blue suit. With open arms and an infectious smile, he approached Shuri, who couldn't help but mirror his joyful expression.

"N'Jadaka! Oh my! I haven't seen you in ages," the princess exclaimed, her eyes sparkling with delight. N'Jadaka took her hand and held it tenderly, his gaze filled with warmth.

"My apologies, Princess. My duties as Wakanda's ambassador have kept me away from the court for some time," N'Jadaka explained as he escorted Shuri to the throne of Attuma, where the royal court awaited.

As they entered the royal assembly, a herald's voice echoed, "May I present her royal highness, Shuri, princess of Wakanda."

The room buzzed with conversation as the two old friends engaged in animated discourse, weaving through the sea of diplomats and dignitaries. Meanwhile, lurking in the shadows, a certain watchful presence couldn't help but grow impatient.

"Shuri, we are waiting," a deep voice rumbled, originating from none other than the Black Panther, T'Challa, who playfully nudged his sister, Shuri, while addressing her from across the communication device. Shuri chuckled in response, her radiant smile accentuating her humor.

"Give her time, T'Challa," Shuri playfully retorted, "and, yet again, listen to the queen. She seems to have more trust in me than you do, and I am your sister."

T'Challa grumbled, good-naturedly conceding to their banter, and the two royal siblings shared a heartwarming laugh. Suddenly, the majestic queen of the underwater realm known as the mountain under the sea interrupted the lighthearted exchange.

"What's wrong?" T'Challa inquired, concern etching his features as he turned to the queen. His eyes widened in surprise as he beheld a peculiar sight—an enormous shrimp-like creature.

Simultaneously, Shuri chimed in, "You should see the size of the shrimp in here!" She overheard the distressed sounds from the other end of the communication device and Smaug, the fearsome aquatic dragon, unsheathing her claws and snarling at the approaching colossal sea creature. The giant shrimp hissed back menacingly, moving closer to Smaug.

"Smaug!" Panther called, swimming with urgency toward the scene, but his anxiety was unnecessary. Smaug had already taken control of the situation, using her mysterious hand gestures to communicate with the creature. The shrimp gradually calmed down, ceasing its advance, and eventually retreated.

T'Challa's eyes widened as he reached the queen and witnessed Smaug's extraordinary ability. Smaug, donning a breathing mask, looked at him with a knowing smile and explained, "It's a trick I learned back home. You tell the creature to calm down and that you're not here to hurt it. Most of the time, it understands and retreats peacefully. No need for violence."

The Panther King nodded, gratitude apparent in his eyes, as they all swam back to their waiting positions, eagerly awaiting Shuri's signal to proceed.

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Once Shuri and T'Challa had their communications devices active, the team was ready to execute their plan. "Well done, Princess," T'Challa praised Shuri as they swiftly made their way through the labyrinthine underwater palace of Atlantis. Shuri noted the timely arrival and couldn't resist a cheeky remark, "Ah, right on time."

However, the shadow of unease fell upon the mission as T'Challa warned Shuri, "Be careful, Shuri. I sense an ominous presence in the congress room. It might not be safe. Stay on your guard." The line went silent as they ventured deeper into the unknown, following their leader, Panther.

Their journey eventually led them to a secure cell block, guarded by a straightforward laser grid. "We've located a cell, Princess, but it's protected by a laser grid," Shuri reported, her brother's claws extending as they prepared for what came next. The sight startled T'Challa briefly, but he remained silent as Shuri and T'Challa continued to communicate.

"In the palace?" Shuri inquired. Her concern was evident when she asked, "Tiger Shark must be inside."

Smaug took charge of the situation, displaying her fiery powers by manipulating the laser grid. "Yes, we will need to find a way to disarm it, though I have a way," Smaug informed her companions. With a swift gesture, the laser grid ceased to exist, granting them access to the mysterious cell.

As they entered the dark chamber, the sinister voice of Tiger Shark reverberated through the shadows, taunting them. "You were a fool to come here," he hissed. "When Attuma catches you..."

Smaug took the lead, stepping into the room with a fierce determination. "That lord is not our concern, Shark," she asserted. T'Challa concurred, and they both approached the imprisoned Tiger Shark, who made a sudden lunge in a desperate attempt to seize the Panther King.

Smaug reacted instantly, her claws gleaming ominously in the dimly lit room as she immobilized Tiger Shark by gripping his flesh. He howled in pain, and T'Challa couldn't hide his astonishment at her swift and deadly response.

"Do that again; I dare you," Smaug sneered, her claws digging deeper into Tiger Shark's flesh. "We haven't come to the bottom of the ocean to vent. We have questions," T'Challa asserted, his voice commanding authority.

Tiger Shark recoiled into his cell, nursing the wound left by Smaug's claws. Smaug raised an eyebrow and addressed him sternly, "Be careful how you speak to royalty, Sark. If you show us respect, I might consider that your demise will be less painful."

Tiger Shark, despite his agony, suddenly wore a sinister smile as he posed an enigmatic question, "Do you two believe in dragons?"

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