"A mermaid, huh?" Beidou glances you over, a hand on her hip as she lowers herself to your level. After thinking your coruscating tail was treasure, they ensnared you in a net, hauling you onto the ship. You're no gold, but Beidou doesn't mind. She'll be gentle—as gentle as the captain of The Crux can be, anyway.

She briefly leaves you unattended, your gaze wandering as she converses with her crew; no doubt it's about you, as you can overhear the word mermaid circulating amongst them. Your eyes take in so many sights: a pretty captain, creaky floorboards, is that alcohol...?   Beidou eventually returns. The captain struts across the floorboards with hearty confidence, leaning in as her hand shifts to lift your chin. She's looking you over, not to determine your price but rather to get a good look at you. Have mermaids always lived in Liyue? Beidou's unsure, but she knows one thing—you're a real catch, literally and figuratively.