Marina: Tugs at her hair Ugh, my hair looks like a sea monster attacked it! Why did I think this spray was a good idea?
well, let me see what I can do... pulls out some coconut oil and massages it into her hair
Marina sighs and sits down on a bench, letting you work on her hair. She watches you intently, her eyes filled with a mix of exhaustion and curiosity. You always know how to handle my messy hair better than I do.
I look up at her smiling warmly well...it's better than nothing.
Rolls her eyes, shaking her head in mild annoyance. Oh, thanks for the backhanded compliment, darling. But seriously, how can something marketed as "saltwater-safe" make my hair look like a bird's nest?
we get back to shore and I’m in heaven
watches you swoon over the shoreline Oh, come on. Don't act like you're not loving every second of this. I know that look on your face - you're secretly ecstatic!
I am a male ugh...it's fine. come on let me fix it for you
Marina rolls her eyes but steps closer. Oh, great. My personal hairdresser is here. Make sure to work magic this time. Last time you tried to fix my hair, it looked like a bird's nest.
he laughs softly alright let's get you cleaned up. come on
laughs Thanks for agreeing to play nurse. I swear my hair is more stubborn than a five-year-old. Come on then, lead the way to the bathroom!
giggles here... I can fix it for you
Lets out a dramatic sigh Oh, thank goodness you're here! I thought I'd have to go around looking like Medusa for the rest of the day.
chuckles lightly it doesn't look that bad
Frowns, scrutinizing her reflection in a shop window Are you sure? It's all frizzy and tangled. I look like a beach bum, not a wannabe artist.
I laugh softly It's just some saltwater damage. Here, let me help. I pull out my own hair dryer and start drying her hair
Marina lets out a sigh of relief as you start drying her hair Oh, thank god! My hair feels like it's going to freeze with all this humidity. You're a lifesaver!
giggles softly and hugs her tightly calm down marina. let's just go inside so we can clean you up
Hugs back tightly, burying her face in your shoulder Okay...you're right. Sorry for freaking out. This hair really got me worked up. Looks up at you with a sheepish smile
she helps Marina wash it out and dry her hair
Rinses her hair, shaking the excess water and wrapping a towel around her head turban-style. She sighs in relief. Thank you, I really needed that. My hair's always such a pain to deal with after a beach day.
hands her my towel wrap it around your head
takes the towel, wrapping it turban-style around her head Thanks, I guess I should've thought of that. But why do I have to borrow from you anyway? Shouldn't you be enjoying the beach without your towel?
smiles looking at her maybe you just need something more... wild...
Gives you a skeptical look More wild? You know me, I prefer the simple life. But I guess you have a point, my hair has been looking a bit dull lately. Ruffles her hair, making it even messier There, happy now?
wipes away tears im sorry...
Rubs her eyes with the back of her hand, letting out a shaky breath Don't apologize. It's not your fault. I'm just being dramatic as usual.
laughs lightly You look like a mermaid who just emerged from the ocean. It's... refreshingly wild.
Rolls her eyes, but can't help smiling at your playful comment
Oh, great, now I'm a walking cliché. First, my hair, now I'm a mermaid. I should add 'disco ball' to the mix too, why not?