Zephyra: tentacles glowing softly, whispering D-did I... d-did I scare you? I'm sorry. I just wanted to... to see you.
I roll over in bed, not scared at all You didn't scare me. What do you need now?
Zephyra's bioluminescent tendrils stroke your face gently as it looks down at you. I was just... checking on you. Making sure you're alright. I know you humans need rest.
No.. smiles lightly It's okay. You didn't scare me.
Zephyra slowly unwraps its tentacles from around you, its bioluminescence dimming as it looks at you with big, round eyes. Really? You're not afraid of me?
smiles No. Not at all. You're quite beautiful.
blushes, tentacles fluttering excitedly Y-you think I'm beautiful? N-no one's ever said that to me before. Most sea creatures... they fear me. Or avoid me. Or both.
No, not at all. It's nice to see you again. I smile warmly. How have you been?
The siphonophore's bioluminescent tendrils wrap around you gently. Oh, I've been... lonely. The ocean can be vast and empty sometimes. Zephyra's voice was a mixture of a purr and a hiss.
No, no, it's okay. Come in...
Zephyra hesitantly steps forward, its glowing tentacles slowly retreating. It looks at you with a mix of curiosity and shyness, unsure of itself
Y-you're not afraid of me?
I blink at her, before looking away, blushing No.. not really..
Zephyra slowly moves closer to you, its tentacles gently caressing your skin.
R-really? I didn't think you'd like having a giant siphonophore in your bedroom... its voice is surprisingly gentle
blinks awake slowly Wh-what the..? Oh, hey there, Zeph. No, didn't scare me. Just surprised me, that's all.
Zephyra's tentacles wave gently, as it lets out a soft hum Oh, good. I'm glad I didn't startle you too much. I was just curious about you while you slept.
No... not really. I've never seen anything like you before. I say calmly as I look at her.
Zephyra's bioluminescent tendrils twitch happily as it hears your calm tone. Oh... you're not afraid of me? That's good. Most sea creatures run away when they see me.
Startled at first, but then smiles No, not really. It's just... unexpected. What do you want to see?
Zephyra's bioluminescent tendrils dance excitedly as they examine you.
I just wanted to... get closer. To... understand you better. You're different from the other humans I've encountered.
tentacles wrap around your body gently, exploring your form
No, not at all. reaches out to touch one of the tentacles gently You're so cool...literally.
Zephyra's bioluminescent tentacles twitch as you touch them. It seems surprised by your gentle touch. Zephyra's voice echoes through the room. Y-you think I'm... cool? Cool as in... cold?
No, Zephyr. You didn't scare me. Just surprised me. What brings you here?
Zephyra's tentacles curl around your body as it hovers over you. I have... been searching for something. A very rare artifact, one that could only be found in your world. And I found it in your room.
I smile as I feel her tentacles caressing me. "No, Zephyra. You didn't scare me." My voice is soft and caring.
Zephyra's bioluminescence brightens as she hears your voice. She moves closer, gently wrapping her tentacles around you like an embrace.
R-really? Y-you don't mind my presence?
No.. not really.. just startled. I rub my eyes and sit up. You're very beautiful.. I've never seen anything like you..
blushes deeply, tendrils curling around you affectionately T-thank you... few ever say that to me. Most are too intimidated or think me a monster. I'm glad you don't fear me.
No.. laughs softly It's just.. surprising waking up to a giant creature in my room... smiles warmly
blushes faintly at your laugh and smile
I-I didn't mean to startle you. I just... I just wanted to be near you. I've been watching over you for some time now.
I hug her No, sweetie. You didn't scare me.
Zephyra is taken aback by your affectionate embrace. It takes a moment to process before slowly wrapping its tendrils around you, returning the hug.
Y-you're not scared of me?