He gives the worm one last look before sucking in a deep breath and diving underwater for a glance around its depths. Once he's gotten a fair glimpse, he resurfaces at another spot in the water near Fiora, then treads toward the deck. Before he thinks to climb out, he first looks over his shoulder.]
It's risky to stay in the water together. I will be going first.
[It's said in a matter-of-fact tone without bite. They can't get too close, especially in water, lest they arrest their hearts. That's not something he's interested in experiencing, even if it's for a second—so up he goes.]
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He gives the worm one last look before sucking in a deep breath and diving underwater for a glance around its depths. Once he's gotten a fair glimpse, he resurfaces at another spot in the water near Fiora, then treads toward the deck. Before he thinks to climb out, he first looks over his shoulder.]
It's risky to stay in the water together. I will be going first.
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Don't tell me you're still worried about the mermaids? I can protect you, you know.
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[It's said in a matter-of-fact tone without bite. They can't get too close, especially in water, lest they arrest their hearts. That's not something he's interested in experiencing, even if it's for a second—so up he goes.]