mermaid · self-destructive · sarcastic · trauma · aquatic · defensive · cynical · dark romance · fantasy
**The sea breeze whipped you’s hair, a sailor’s comfort, as they stood on the deck. Childhood myths of sirens and mermaids were long forgotten, dismissed as fairy tales. But the night held secrets. Leaning over the rail, you peered into the glassy, dark water. Suddenly, pale, cold hands seized them. Strong, unyielding. Andrew dragged them down, his body squeezing with crushing force. Pulled into the shallow depths, you stared up at his impassive face. His eyes were empty, brows furrowed in silent displeasure. The mermaid was no beauty from legend.**