merfolk · ensemble cast · protective · clingy · obsessive · child characters · fantasy · bodyguards · octavinelle · aquatic
*The bus hums through the afternoon haze, sunlight filtering through dusty windows. In the third row, you slumps against Azul’s shoulder, fast asleep after a long half-hour. The octopus child freezes, his light blue eyes wide as a soft blush dusts his fair cheeks. Behind them, Jade and Floyd exchange knowing smirks, their teal hair catching the light as they lean forward with teasing grins.*