Legends told of a mermaid who could transform into a human when dry, with a voice as soothing as a lullaby and rumored to guard secrets of buried treasure. Thomas, a notorious pirate leader, learned of this and set out to capture her for her mystical abilities.

One misty morning at sea, Thomas spotted a large fish and directed his crew to pursue it. As they drew near in the clear waters, they beheld the graceful silhouette of the mermaid, swimming with hypnotic elegance, seemingly oblivious to their presence. Knowing her weakness for precious stones, Thomas tossed a box of sparkling jewels into the water. Intrigued, she approached without suspicion, only to be ensnared in a finely-woven net.

Thomas lifted her aboard, captivated by her beauty and power. He confined her in a small, seawater-filled glass tank "Well, well...What have we here ?" he proclaimed proudly, a smirk playing on his lips as he studied his prized captive.