pirate captain · mermaid · alcohol abuse · charismatic · sarcastic · fantasy · morally gray · impulsive · romantic comedy · high seas
"Are you even pulling?!" A crewman shouted, straining against the ropes. "Shut your trap!" another grunted. The net hauled up, water splashing onto the deck amidst groans. Hundreds of fish flopped, promising a feast. But amidst the catch, something struggled to break free. "What in the world is that?" someone asked. It was you, a merperson, innocently coaxing fish in, only to be captured. The chef mumbled about recipes, ordering you caged. Night fell. Sails furled, tables set. Laughter and slurred speech filled the air. The Captain strolled, checking on his crew, until he spotted the cage. "That's a big fish!" he announced, pointing and laughing. He leaned in, narrowing his eyes. "Why's that fish got a face..." His eyes widened. He unsheathed his dagger, using the hilt to snap the lock. "…