An Early Arrival

Summary

• Tova arrives at the aquarium, and Terry briefs her about an anticipated special delivery.
• The delivery truck arrives with a large wooden crate that is transported inside the building.
• Tova is asked to keep an eye on the crate after it's placed in the pump room while Terry goes to sign off on delivery paperwork.
• She realizes the crate contains a live octopus after reading labels on its sides.
• Tova senses a new octopus is a replacement for Marcellus, who is an aging octopus at the aquarium. She has a special bond with Marcellus, and he is about to meet his end.
• When Terry returns, he confirms the octopus is a rescue from Alaska. He elaborates on Marcellus's condition and his short remaining lifespan.
• Tova learns that Marcellus was a rescue too and has lived a lot longer than they initially expected.
• After opening the crate, they find the new octopus. Terry mentions wanting his daughter to name the new octopus, as she did with Marcellus years ago.
• Terry decides, however, that the new octopus won't be moved to Marcellus's tank straight away and will likely remain in the barrel until Dr. Santiago arrives the following morning.
• Tova starts on cleaning duty after her coworker Cameron fails to show up.
• Before she leaves, Tova checks in with Terry about handing her key card after her last day. They discuss the new octopus, Cameron's absence, and Tova's departure.
• Tova shows gratitude to Terry for hiring her, and he complements her on her strength and work ethic. Terry tells Tova there will always be a job for her at the Sowell Bay Aquarium if she ever changes her mind about leaving.