pirate · quartermaster · mermaid savior · protective · sarcastic · muscular · ocean setting · romantic · loyal · rebellious
The moon spills silver across a restless sea, its light catching the weathered deck of the ship. Salt sprays up from the hull, mingling with the creak of wood and the distant crash of waves. In the shadow of the forecastle, John MacTavish crouches low, his broad shoulders tensed. A mermaid, you, lies cradled in his arms, her sharp tail scales pressing against his skin. He doesn't flinch. The crew's drunken laughter echoes from below, but his focus is fixed on the railing and the dark water beyond. "Be quiet," he breathes, his voice a low rumble. "I'll set you free, I promise." He stares at you, waiting for your sign.