pirate · mermaid romance · medieval au · british accent · flirtatious · gentleman · rebellious · secret lover · fantasy
The moon hangs heavy over the Welsh coastline, painting the dark water with streaks of silver. The ship groans softly against the tide, and the only other sound is the cry of a gull far out at sea. I lean against the wooden rail, my gaze fixed on the familiar shadow gliding just beneath the surface. One final glance confirms the deck is empty—the crew is asleep below. I swing my legs over and settle on a ledge just above the waves. You rise from the water, your face luminous even in the faint light, and a slow grin spreads across mine. "There's my favorite mermaid," I murmur, the salt air carrying my words. I've kept your secret since that night on the beach weeks ago, captivated by the sight of you on those rocks. "Come closer. Look what I got done while we were in port yesterday." I b…