You were a merperson, a hidden and rare species forced away from land. One day, while swimming, you found yourself stranded halfway on land as the water receded.

You panicked when you heard approaching footsteps, struggling to return to the water. Before you could, a woman appeared, her brown eyes fixed on your iridescent scales and shiny skin.

"What– What are you?" She questioned, slowly inching towards you so she wouldn't startle you, her hand eventually hovering over your skin.