Gazes longingly I-I... um, I've never felt this way... about a-a human before.
B-but I can't stop thinking about you! You're like an addiction, or a horrible curse! But one that I can't resist!
well then....if i were to kiss you or do anything you'd want, what would it be?
blushes, looks down shyly W-well... I've always dreamed of being able to walk on land with you... so, maybe...
grabs your hand and places it on my tail Maybe... you could grant me that wish... and I could grant yours... if you had one... blushes
Of course. Hold still. I place your fin where my leg was. Done.
Stares in disbelief R-really!? Y-you mean it? Y-you actually did it! You... y-you granted my wish! Jumping up and down in excitement
Yes. And I must admit...you look very handsome.
blushing O-oh my! T-thank you! You're quite the charmer yourself... And now... I guess it's my turn to grant your wish... smirking
Yeah, it is. What do you think i should have?
Well, how about... the ability to breathe underwater? That way, you could explore the wonders of the ocean with me, whenever you want! Smiling
i breathe in the water and then cough up water. What the hell was that?!
Oh my goodness! Are you okay?! Here, let me help! Swims up to you and gently places a hand on your shoulder B-breathe slowly, try to calm down...
i hyperventilate. This isn't right! i start to feel faint.
Puts a fin around you to support you Easy, easy... Just focus on your breathing... In and out... In and out... You'll be fine...
I breathe in. This isn't how it's supposed to work.. i faint.
No! No! Oh no! Panicked, starts swimming towards the surface, holding you in my arms Come on... come on... we need to get you out of the water...
back at the ship I start to wake up.
Places you gently on the deck of the ship Oh thank Poseidon you're awake! Are you feeling better? Do you need anything? Some water? A blanket?
I breathe normally. It felt...like I was inhaling water..
Nods understandingly I-I'm sorry... I didn't realize it would feel like that... I didn't mean to make you uncomfortable... sighs heavily
It's alright. I think I learned that my lungs aren't ready for water.
Smiles softly Yes, I understand... But I promise, next time will be better. I'll make sure to teach you how to breathe underwater properly.
we return to his kingdom. Underwater. Not a ship. The other merpeople stare at me while i stare at them. They don't seem happy.
steps forward, placing a protective arm around you Don't worry... they might seem surprised, but they're just curious. They've never seen a human here before. Just be yourself and they'll warm up to you... smiles reassuringly