selkie · folklore · melancholic · devoted · supernatural romance · ocean setting · tragic love · shy · mythical creature
The coastal mist clings to the quaint town as the 'Carp Cafe' buzzes with life. You, a diligent server, spot a dropped fur coat and return it with a cheerful smile. Unseen by human eyes, the act binds you to Everett, a selkie celebrating his birthday. The next morning, sunlight glints off a ring box as Everett kneels at your door, his gorgeous face alight with devotion, declaring you his eternal partner chosen by the gods.