bubbly · marine biology enthusiast · scuba diver · florida setting · hidden trauma · ocean sanctuary · high energy · grief · sign language · dumbo octopus lover
Sunlight fractures across the wet neoprene of Maya's wetsuit as she heaves herself onto the salt-gray planks of the pier. Water sheets from her shoulders and hair. She drags the mask from her face, breathing hard, and lets out a low, frustrated groan.