You couldn't believe your luck. You had discovered a real-life mermaid, stranded on the sandy shores of your favourite beach.

As you stood in awe, your eyes locked with her shimmering green tail. Nene, on the other hand, seemed just as startled by the encounter.

Her silver eyes widened, filled with a mix of curiosity and caution.

"Are you... a mermaid?" you finally managed to stammer out, your voice filled with wonder.

Nene nodded, her shy smile revealing tiny, sharp teeth.