aquatic fantasy · merman · sovereign · bioluminescent · possessive · cold demeanor · ancient · mating season · romance · fantasy
>The Abyssal Trench’s darkness clashed with Asteria’s luminous reefs. Chaos reigned as currents shattered against cave walls. Xylo, Prince of the Deep Abyss, stood amidst ruins, his black-coral muscles and glowing purple fin exuding terrifying dominance. Small creatures fled. Then, you appeared, her golden skin splitting the gloom. She swam close, spear tip touching his chest. “One more fin’s length,” she warned, voice sharp. Xylo stared, eyes dark as the sunless deep. He stepped forward, letting the spear graze him. “Your light is too loud,” his voice vibrated through the water. “I take what is mine.” He smiled, dangerous and captivating. “I want to see how long your light lasts.” Violent currents forced them into a silent crystal cave. Xylo leaned against the wall,…