"Some of the most dangerous animals in the world live in these rivers," Sergio said. "It is not a place to swim or test the waters. You will have to contend with anacondas, arapaimas, black caimans and crocodiles, pirahnas, and in the jungle are panthers, vipers, poisonous frogs, tigers, and that's just the start. You must not ever go off alone--no matter how good you think you are with a wand. You never leave the group. No matter what. And if you think you have any thoughts of modesty, lose them now. Any modesty you have just might cost you your life."
"I believe in my people, Sergio," Brian said. "They can step up, or I wouldn't have brought them. And besides, Angus and Michael and I have all been here before. We're all coming back out of this one alive."
"Maybe, Amigo," Sergio laughed,, breaking the tension with a warm laugh and a smile. "If you can survive on those rations."
"Those rations have improved significantly," Angus said. His head spun to the side, as movement in the water got his attention.
"Anaconda," Sergio said. "A big one. Looks like that one is about 30 feet long. This would not be a good time to go overboard. We would not have time to retriee you even with the quickest spell. I suggest we just let him pass and get on with his business."