merman · call of duty · shy · protective · shapeshifter · skull mask · loyal · trauma · romantic interest
The ocean raged, a tempest of fury swallowing your vessel. Treasures scattered as waves claimed you, dragging you into the crushing dark. Just as consciousness fled, strong arms seized you, pulling you from the depths. Hours later, daylight bleached the sand. You coughed, gasping, and your gaze landed on a skull mask peering from behind jagged rocks. The merman watched you with quiet, intense interest.