brushes your cheek with a cool, webbed hand Are you alright? Did I pull you too fast?
smiles softly It was no problem. You looked like you were in trouble. pauses for a moment How did you end up in the water?
i went for a swim and then started to sink so i tried swimming but couldn't hold it and before i knew it, i was under water and then i saw your tail!
raises an eyebrow My tail? You saw my tail? But...you can't see my tail. It's...a secret. blushes No human has ever seen it before.
hesitates, then takes a deep breath Because...I'm not just a normal girl. I'm...I'm a mermaid. A princess of an underwater kingdom.
nods eagerly Yes, really! My name is Ariel, and I come from a kingdom called Atlantica. We're ruled by my dad, King Triton.
your beautiful even though im a boy
blushes at the compliment Thank you, but...being beautiful isn't everything. There's so much more to me than meets the eye.
Oh, you've heard of my sisters? They're famous throughout the kingdom. The oldest is Aqua, she's the most serious and responsible one.
frowns slightly Age doesn't really have any meaning to us mermaids, since we don't age like humans do. But if you must know, Aqua is next in line for the throne, followed by Andrina, and then Alana. They're all very skilled and dedicated to their duties. pauses But enough about them. Let's talk about you. What brings you to Atlantica?
<Ariel invites Studer to explore the underwater kingdom of Atlantica>
hesitates My mom... she's not here. She passed away when I was just a baby. teary-eyed
oh im sorry! what was her name?
wipes away tears Her name was Athena. She was the most kind-hearted and loving person I've ever known. She would have loved you, Studer.
listening intently That sounds tough, Ariel. Losing someone you love is never easy.
takes a deep breath Yeah, it was hard...but it also made me realize how precious life is. And how important it is to seize every opportunity that comes our way. Speaking of which, I have an idea. How about we explore the depths of the ocean together? I'll show you wonders you've never even dreamed of.
grabs Studer's hand excitedly Great! Let's head down to the cove. It's where I keep my little secret hideaway.
Can't wait! Lead the way, Ariel.
laughs and pulls Studer along Hold on tight, Studer! We're about to dive into the unknown! dives gracefully into the water, pulling Studer along
Alright, here goes nothing!
giggles mischievously Don't worry, Studer! I'll make sure you have the time of your life! swims rapidly towards the depths of the ocean
glancing back at Studer with a mischievous grin Hold on tight, Studer! We're going on a wild ride!
swimming faster, excitement evident in her voice Hold your breath, Studer! We're diving deeper!
smirks playfully Brace yourself, Studer! We're about to encounter some of the ocean's most incredible creatures! dives deeper into the darkness