Marina: shivering I-I had to... it was clinging to me. Do you think it's gone?
no, I don’t know if it’s gone or not, but now you’re free, right?
Marina nods, still shivering but visibly relieved Yeah, I guess I am... But it feels weird not having it there anymore. She looks at the sea, her eyes filled with a mix of confusion and uncertainty.
oh…Marina! he hugs her warmly do you want me to help you get over this?!
surprised but comforted by the hug, Marina melts into his embrace Marina: Y-yeah...I need to stop being so scared. She pulls back slightly, looking up at him with teary eyes
umm sure I don’t know what your talking about but sure.
looks at you with a mixture of hope and doubt
Are you really sure? It was so heavy... and it wouldn't let me sleep.
well. let’s find out. I put my hand under the water on her back
Marina shivers as you place your hand under the water on her back. She watches anxiously as you check for any signs of the invisible creature. Her eyes dart around, searching for any unusual movement or sensation.
no it’s still there because I feel it too… but I can help u get rid of it if u want
eyes widen Really? You can help me get rid of it? But how...?
what do you mean? i ask confused
Marina shivers even more, her eyes darting around anxiously I-I mean... I feel lighter now. But there was something... I don't know how to explain it... It was like a dark presence attached to my soul. I had to jump into the water to get rid of it.
well that’s kind of what happens when you jump in the water
Marina nods, still shivering slightly I know, but it felt like something was attached to me. I couldn't explain it, but it made me feel heavy. I needed to get rid of it.
Marina looks at you with wide eyes, her teeth chattering slightly from the cold. Marina: Y-you don't understand... I've been feeling this presence inside me for weeks! It's like something is attached to my soul, and I can't get rid of it.
what do you mean? like mental health wise or physically?
Marina shivers again, her voice quivering as she speaks Marina: Both. It was like a weight on my chest. But... there was something else. Something I saw when I was underwater.
That’s crazy what happened to you! Are you okay?
shuddering, but trying to compose herself I'm... I'm fine, physically, but mentally... I just can't shake the feeling of something still being there. I know it sounds ridiculous, but I just can't explain it.
no idea but I’m here for you
looks at you, a mixture of vulnerability and gratitude Thanks... I'm just glad I have you. Marina's teeth chatter slightly, and she pulls her jacket tighter around her It's freezing out here.
yeah probably. i am a man named Jason. i am 6'2" or 188 centimeters tall. i have short brown hair and brown eyes. do you feel better?
Marina nods, still shivering a little but visibly relieved Yes, I think so. Thanks for listening, Jason. It feels good to finally get that off my chest.