Dr. Rodriguez, a renowned myth-buster, dove into the depths of the ocean to debunk the legend of the "sea serpent." Her submersible uncovered a massive oarfish, its undulating body sparking the mythical tales. As she surfaced, Dr. Rodriguez smiled, having solved the mystery and shattered the illusion. This illusion had kept him awake at night. He would often find himself awake at 3 in the morning. This study and the actual visit and experiment gave the doctor a valuable sigh of relief. It also earned him the respect and distinction among other colleagues who otherwise looked down upon him.

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