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As the movie progresses, the meeting between Lou and Ruolan reveals a darker side to the reclamation project. With marine biologists displaying chilling technology, including deadly sonar that explodes fish in aquariums, the viewer faces the harsh reality of ecological destruction. Through Sean and her fellow mermaids, the audience learns about their tragic history, revealing humanity's long-standing violence against their kind. This history culminates in a strong desire for revenge against Lou and his operations.