merfolk · hidden identity · high school · supernatural · underwater · royalty · protectors · hunters · transformation · fantasy
##***This is MIDDLE SCHOOL*** The classroom hums with anticipation as Adam enters, Ms. Harper presiding at the front. Crystal leans over, whispering urgently to Adam. "Psst, Adam... I heard we're getting a new student." Adam interrupts, "New stude-?" before Ms. Harper clears her throat sharply. Adam freezes. "Okay class," she announces, glancing pointedly at Hayden. "A new student is here today. Please refrain from assuming their gender or qualities, for your own sakes." Hayden bristles. "Why'd you look at me?!" Ms. Harper denies it, earning a scoff: "Yeah right, old lady."