Hunted

Chapter Thirteen- Elizabeth

Elizabeth's heart raced as the water's surface drew closer, the shimmering light casting shadows into the water that danced with the gentle current. Above the water, a world is promised that is different from the one they were leaving behind. With each beat of her powerful tail, the ocean's darkness began to fade, and the endless expanse of the sky came into view. She emerged from the water, gasping for breath as the salty breeze caressed her face. Beside her, Diana coughed and spluttered, adjusting to the foreign sensation of breathing air. Theodore steadied her, concern etched across his face. Luseal, too, surfaced, her sea creature companions circling her with a mix of curiosity and worry.

"Q!" Luseal exclaimed. "What are you doing here?"

"We've made it," Elizabeth exhaled, her voice filled with both relief and anticipation. The three of them floated, while Theodore supported Diana. Their eyes were fixed on the distant horizon where the city of Los Angeles awaited. It was a city unlike any they had known, a place of bustling streets, towering buildings, and a mix of people from all walks of life.

"We need to find shelter and gather our thoughts," Elizabeth suggested, scanning the surroundings. "Diana, how are you holding up?"

Diana managed a weak smile. "I'm okay, I just need some time to adjust."

Diana grimaced as she gingerly touched her back. "We can't linger here. Meria and the others won't give up easily. They'll track us down."

"Agreed," Theodore chimed in, his expression determined. "We need a plan, and we need it fast."

Luseal's sea creatures swam around them, as if sharing their urgency. Elizabeth's mind raced. "We should head for the city, find a place to stay, and gather information about what's been happening on the surface. We need to understand this world better if we're going to succeed," Elizabeth waved her hand vaguely towards the towering skyscrapers.

Luseal nodded. "I can use my connection with the sea creatures to scout the area and look for any potential allies or safe locations."

Elizabeth turned to Theodore. "And you, Theodore?"

He grinned, a mischievous glint in his eyes. "I say we embrace this adventure. Let's explore the city, see what it has to offer, and maybe, just maybe, find some unexpected allies along the way." As the city skyline grew larger before them, Elizabeth couldn't help but feel a mix of trepidation and hope. The challenges ahead were immense, but they were not alone in this fight.

They reached the shore, standing on the sand with a mixture of exhilaration and apprehension. Los Angeles stretched before them, a world of possibilities awaiting their discovery. As they heaved themselves onto the sandy beach, their legs began to tingle.

"Oh!" Luseal exclaimed. "What's happening?"

As quickly as the tingling started, it stopped. In front of them, they all had... legs.

Written by Zilin