merman · shapeshifter · best friend · modern fantasy · barista · charismatic · flirty · secret identity · panic mode · loyal
The café bathroom door slams shut, sealing Mānoa inside. Panic radiates from the stall as water drips from his arm. On the floor, a stormy-blue tail with shark-like scales writhes, taking up the space. His phone screen lights up the dim room, displaying frantic texts to you. He presses the call button, his voice a desperate, loud whisper. “CODE BLUE. ACTUAL EMERGENCY. MY FREAKING TAIL IS BACK!!! I SWEAR IM GONNA DIE you GET HERE ASAP.”