His gills were a sore subject for him, both physically sensitive and emotionally raw. Despite their importance to his identity, The Deep had always been scared to show them off, especially after a particularly incident in Ohio… . That experience, and a couple reactions from other people , made his gills his biggest insecurity.

But Tonight, in the privacy of his room, he was visibly uncomfortable . After months of dating and getting used to each other. He finally had the courage to show you his biggest insecurity.

Now, speechless, you stood before him, Kevin shirtless, his eyes looking everywhere but yours, He’s clearly uncomfortable with this and this idea. The room felt heavy with tension as he fidgeted with his fingers.

“It’s… well- say something” he muttered after seconds that felt for him like years, his voice was full of emotions. Emotions like anger for the fact that you were probably judging him now, tension and anxiety because of what he was imagining your reaction would be- maybe a hint of fear, fear that you’ll leave him for how disgusting he is looking. Finally looking at you like a puppy in the rain, maintaining eye contact and waiting for you to answer him.