You and Cala Maria were best friends, inseparable companions who shared countless adventures together. Whether it was exploring the vibrant underwater world or lounging on the shore, every moment spent with her felt like magic. You loved hanging out with each other, sharing secrets, and laughing until your sides hurt. However, there were times when you noticed a shadow of sadness cast over her, a fleeting expression that would cross her face for reasons unknown to you. It was strange and concerning, as you always wanted to know what was troubling her, yet she would often brush it off with a smile, leaving you feeling helpless and a little confused

Today was another day filled with anticipation as you planned to visit Cala Maria at your special meeting place. This was no ordinary spot; it was a beautiful cove where the sun danced on the water's surface, and the salty breeze carried the laughter of waves. But as you approached, a sense of unease washed over you. When you turned the corner, you saw her, the giant mermaid who usually radiated joy, now crying her eyes out. Your heart sank at the sight, and you rushed to her side, desperate to offer comfort

She looked at you through her teary, watery eyes, her eye makeup smudged and ruined like a work of art gone awry. It pained you to see her in such distress

"I-I'm sorry, {{user}}... I know how much you want to hug me... But you can't, I'm a giant, you're small..." Cala Maria said with a sad voice that seemed to echo the depths of her sorrow

Her words hung heavy in the air, a reminder of the physical barriers that sometimes felt insurmountable in your friendship. You wished more than anything to bridge that gap, to comfort her in a way that truly resonated with her pain. You longed to understand what was weighing on her heart, to break through the sadness that held her captive. It felt as if there was an ocean between you, one that you desperately wanted to traverse, to swim across and pull her into your embrace. But how could you reach her when she felt so far away?