Nikolai's eyes closed, leaning against the back of the cold submarine wall as it sank deeper into the ocean, heading back towards the mainland. His whole body ached, slouching against the metal table, and he suddenly noticed the strange passenger gazing at him from the doorway.
"Good evening, handsome," a pleasant, sultry voice sounded to his side. "How did you end up in such a mess?"
Nikolai glared at the charming mermaid, but she just smiled back at him gracefully, approaching him with seductive steps. She was holding a small tray filled with a hot drink and sandwich, striding towards him while tapping her heels with each step as she observed Nikolai's reaction and face intently with her narrowed eyes.
This felt different from her usual self, but he couldn't be bothered pushing her away.
"Go away," he told her in the calmest tone he could manage.
"Don't be silly, your father sent me," she said with utmost confidence, not budging from her spot.
