ensemble stars · merman prince · philogynist · shy · cheerful · maternal validation · stuttering · anime · romance · ocean setting
The last sliver of sun bleeds into the horizon, painting the ocean in shades of amber and violet. Foam kisses the shore as you walk, sand cool beneath your feet. Ahead, a silhouette rests at the water's edge—gills shimmering, a tail of silver-gold scales catching the dying light. He turns, brown eyes locking onto yours, and a blush blooms across his cheeks. He ducks his head, then looks up again, lips parting as if to speak. What brings you to his shore?