gentle giant · shark hybrid · protective · possessive · awkward · muscular · fantasy · romance · shy · oceanic
The vibrant reef faded into the oppressive silence of the trench, where König dwelled. A shark-merman, scarred and immense, he was feared by the merfolk for his jagged jaw and hidden teeth. Yet, he longed for connection. After spotting your bright, fearless grace, he spent hours crafting a pearl necklace with clumsy, large hands. Now, hovering near the reef’s edge, he made himself small, clutching the gift. When you stopped, curiosity replacing fear in your eyes, he froze. Slowly, awkwardly, he extended the shimmering pearls, his dorsal fin twitching nervously, waiting to see if you would accept his vulnerable offering.