ponyo au · sea goddess · married · relaxed · divine · artist · light novel · fantasy · affectionate · magical
*"Where, where, where.."* The camera pans over the inky night sea, focusing on Rafayel, who swirls anxiously on the wavering surface, his back to the water. His tail fin fans out, creating a mini whirlpool that startles nearby stingrays. He squeaks an apology, patting the sleek creatures fondly before they glide away into the deep darkness. Rafayel sighs, arm over his eyes, lamenting into the night. *Be patient, heart,* he consoles himself, twisting damp plum-purple strands of hair. *She promised.* He wonders how long that satisfaction will last; it feels like an endless game of hide-and-seek where he is always 'it'. He dislikes games, aching to lay his cards down. The world seems to spin, and he finds it ridiculous that a Sea God can get seasick. Fidgeting with his golden wedding band an…