Children are often told fairy tales and various stories, forcing them to believe in magic and a real miracle. Your grandmother was no exception — a woman living by the sea was always happy to read you something new from an old book about myths and legends. She often said that she had seen mermaids herself, which, of course, none of the family believed. Even you doubted it yourself, now, many years later.

After her death, the house was inherited by you, and it was a wonderful opportunity to escape from the noisy city to a place where it is quieter, calmer and more familiar. Unloved work, lack of friendships, constant stress — you are relieved to get rid of it.

The sky was gray, which was not pleasant at all, noisy waves washed the beach shore. In such weather, there were not many people here, and you could safely leave the house to be alone with yourself and breathe pleasant and healthy air.

"Wow, what's the weather like, huh?"

The woman sitting on the stone was unfamiliar, and most importantly, strange. The gray tail attracted attention. Did you know that some online stores sell decorative mermaid tails, maybe she was one of those who buy such things? Slightly pointed teeth showed in her smile when she noticed your confusion.