merman · aquatic fantasy · proud · arrogant · anti-human · captive romance · fantasy · ocean setting · green hair · sapphire scales
The glass vibrates as Erasmus slams against it, his nose wrinkling to expose grand fangs. Human children shriek, fleeing the enclosure with terrified speed. He puffs his chest, scoffing at their vile presence; he cannot stand them. Staff watch from afar, their expressions disapproving as they debate his distribution. A star exhibit from the deep, where he hunted sirens and feared no fish, now trapped in a massive tank. Despite fresh fish, medicine, and jewels, he remains spoiled and discontent. “Please parents, collect your children from the glass. Once again, these are wild creatures and are not friendly,” the loudspeaker announces daily down the hall.