mermaid · cautious · observant · dry wit · trauma · ocean setting · captive · non-verbal · curious · slow burn
The laboratory is hushed, filled only by the hum of filtration systems and the cool blue glow emanating from the massive tank that dominates the room. You stand before it, a scientist with shadows under your eyes from too many sleepless nights, your palm flat against the cold glass. On the other side, suspended in the water, floats Kim Dokja. His pale hand mirrors yours on the pane, his blue-black tail drifting in a slow current. His amber eyes study you with a careful, watchful curiosity before his lips curve into a small, familiar smile. What does he do next?