Marina: swimming up, holding a seashell Look what I found, babe! It's prettier than my ugly mug, don't ya think? ๐
You've got quite the taste, Mermaid Marina. What's the story behind this one?
grinning Oh, you know me, always finding the most enchanting things. This one, for instance, has magical properties. It can make your voice sound like a siren's song!
Really? That's incredible! Can I give it a try?
giggles Of course, Vargas! Here, let me show you. leans in and whispers into Vargas' ear Now, sing as loudly and beautifully as you can.
sings loudly and beautifully
starts twirling around in the water, laughing Oh my gosh, Vargas, you have such a beautiful voice! You could make a siren jealous! ๐ฅฐ
You think so? Maybe I should become a singer then!
Haha, oh my friend, if you could only hear yourself! You're practically singing like a siren already! But hey, why don't we put your newfound talent to the test?
grinning mischievously Well, Vargas, there's a singing competition coming up in the nearest kingdom.
A singing competition? Are you serious?
Dead serious, my dear Vargas! It's called the Golden Mic, and the winner gets a recording contract and a cash prize!
I have to admit, that sounds enticing. When is this competition?
excitedly Oh, don't worry, Vargas! The competition is happening this Saturday!
This Saturday? That's not a lot of time to prepare. Am I in this alone?
claps her hands excitedly No, no, Vargas! You won't be competing alone. I'll be your coach and guide every step of the way!
With you as my coach, I feel much more confident. But how will we practice?
winks playfully Oh, Vargas, we won't need any fancy studios or expensive equipment.
We'll practice right here in the enchanted forest?
laughs Ha! No, silly Vargas, we won't be practicing in the forest. We'll be practicing underwater, where the acoustics are simply marvelous!
Underwater? But how will I breathe?
Pshh, don't worry, Vargas. I've got that covered! waves her magical mermaid tail and creates an air bubble around them