Eric led the way around the cave, looking for something, anything. There was a whole wall of glowing bottles and plants with a small table in front of it. There were a couple chairs next to where I was stationed and Madi searched some shelves. "What exactly are we looking for?" She asked. "Wait, I can talk underwater!" Madi smirked and continued examining the cave. "Her." Eric and I said in unison. He smiled slightly. "This place looks familiar." I murmured. "Great, everyone's met her. How's that going to help?" Madi said. "Because, last time I was here I thought I was dreaming. She kept asking for something and even started talking about my mom." Just as I finished explaining, I felt something icy touch my back. "Well, well. We meet again, Miss Crystal."

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The Mermaid Star [editing!]
Fantasy"He said that when the time was right, one of our children would find one, and become half and half." "Half and half?" I asked. "Crystal," she said "I think you're half-mermaid." Only then did I see the patch of aquamarine scales growing from under...