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It was a normal day on the beach for Chuuya, at least that’s how it started. She was at the beach with her friend, Dazai, and Dazai had dared her to jump off the dock and into the water. She ran down the dock, jumping off the end. When she hit the water, she felt the cool water wash over her, it was nice.

She then felt something.

She fell deeper in the water, her head now bleeding slightly, she had hit her head against something. She felt dizzy, her vision slowly going black, and once she began to pass out, she felt someone’s arms around her. They were smooth, too smooth. She tried to open her eyes, to look at them, all she saw was gorgeous white and purple hair before she fell unconscious.

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Chuuya woke up gasping for air, coughing up water out of her lungs. Her vision was still fuzzy, but she could tell she was in someone’s room. It was pretty, different hues of purple, pink, and blue covering the surface. She felt around her head, something was wrapped around it, was it a bandage, maybe? It felt like one but also didn’t.

Once Chuuya regained her vision properly, she looked around, it was a pretty room, extremely extravagant. She moved slightly, wincing, seems like she hit more than just her head. That’s when she spotted it, something on the ground, no, someone with a blanket draped over them. That was when it hit her, it was the pretty girl, the one with purple and white hair that saved her! Her breath hitched, the girl looked so peaceful like that, so gorgeous…

Chuuya forced herself to sit up, the bed was comfortable, the blankets soft and fluffy. She stretched, feeling the cool air against her skin. Wait, why didn’t she have any clothes on?!? She scurried out of the bed, spotting a shirt and skirt, thank the gods… she grabbed the shirt, pulling it over her head, the fabric soft and smooth against her skin. She stepped into the skirt, in which was a beautiful purple with silk.

Chuuya turned around once she was dressed, ready to crawl back into bed, but, she was met with a flushed face peaking out from underneath the blanket, looking as if they were mesmerized by her. That’s when it hit her, they had been watching her change, and that person was the pretty girl. Her own face flushed when she realized, walking back to the bed, sitting down on the edge of the bed. The pretty girl stood up, joining her sitting on the bed, her face still flushed.

“S-sorry for peaking! I-I woke up and you were just getting changed! I-I’m not a pervert!” The pretty girl stammered, her voice soft and filled with embarrassment, which made Chuuya’s face flush. “No, no, it’s fine!” Chuuya attempted to assure “I’m Chuuya, what’s your name?” She asked, tilting her head curiously, she needed to know more than just “the pretty girl”. “I’m Sigma” The girl, whom Chuuya now knew as Sigma, said, her embarrassment and nerves still there, just not as bad as before. Chuuya smiled at Sigma, which made Sigma’s face flush even more “That’s a cool name!” Chuuya said, her hand unintentionally brushing against Sigma’s thigh, which made Sigma’s heart beat faster.

“Um, thank you…” Sigma said, glancing away “Are you… okay? You took quite the hit.” She asked, genuinely concerned for Chuuya’s wellbeing “Yeah, I’m pretty sure I’m fine, still a little tired though” Chuuya said, a little taken off guard that Sigma was actually concerned, most of her friends would’ve laughed at her probably. Chuuya gazed over Sigma’s body, she was so pretty, even prettier in person, a seemingly hand made night gown, the letter “N.G” embroidered on the edge of the dress, the night gown highlighted Sigma’s curves, making Chuuya swallow thickly.

The two sat in silence for a moment, a light blush dusting both of their cheeks. Soon, the smell of fish drifted into the room, Sigma’s face lighting up with delight “Chuuya, Father is making breakfast for us!” Sigma exclaimed in excitement, standing up, extending a hand for Chuuya to take. Chuuya took it, Sigma’s hand was smooth, her nail more like claws, her soft skin felt nice against Chuuya’s calloused hand. “Come on, let’s go!” Sigma exclaimed, tugging on Chuuya’s hand, she dragged Chuuya to her feet, grinning like a child. Chuuya stood up as Sigma began walking towards the door, of what Chuuya assumed was Sigma’s bedroom, Chuuya followed behind Sigma as she walked

Sigma opened the door, the smell getting stronger, Chuuya being dragged along by Sigma. Chuuya was a little shocked, Sigma’s house was big, it was jaw dropping, as Chuuya lived in a small house with her big sister, so she wasn’t used to big houses. Sigma ran through the halls, grinning like a child, Chuuya’s hand still in hers. Sigma ran down the stairs, Chuuya in tow, ending up in the kitchen. In the kitchen, Chuuya could see two men, whom she could only assume were Sigma’s parents, one stood at the stove, the other yapping to the one at the stove.

“Ah, Sigma, you’re up” The man at the stove spoke, his Russian accent clear, glancing over at Sigma, before eying Chuuya suspiciously “And… who is this you have with you?” He asked curiously, his violet eyes scanning over Chuuya. “G-Good morning Father! Er, I was going for a swim last night and she had hit her head, so I decided to help her! Her name is Chuuya” Sigma explained, walking further into the kitchen, smiling at her Fathers “Interesting… well, sit down you two, breakfast will be ready soon” Sigma’s Father said, tilting his head at the dinner table, gesturing for them to sit down, which they listened to, sitting at the table. “Well! It’s certainly nice to have a visitor, Chuuya! That’s your name, correct?” Sigma’s other Father said, basically appearing from behind Chuuya, smiling at her with a sharp toothed smile, that was one thing she noticed, they all had fangs, Nikolai’s were the most prominent though. “Uh, yes sir, thank you for having me” she said, glancing away from the white haired man. “Our pleasure!” The white haired man said, turning away to annoy his husband again.

Chuuya looked around the room, bored. It seemed like the standard rich person kitchen, just with less fancy technology. She glanced at Sigma, her breath hitching when she spotted the more transparent fabric of the night gown, revealing Sigma’s midriff. Chuuya glanced over Sigma’s body, noticing some spots on Sigma’s midriff, were those scales? Now thinking about it… both Sigma and her parents had those scales, a little peculiar, but Chuuya wasn’t going to question it, it could be a genetic condition. Chuuya’s gaze glanced around a bit more before locking on to the window.

Wait, was that water?

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Chuuya felt a sort of panic wash over her, why were they underwater? How were they underwater? What was going on? But, she attempted to hide that panic, not wanting to be rude.

Chuuya continued looking around despite the panic rushing in her, her gaze settled on Sigma. For some reason, despite having only known Sigma for less than a day, she made Chuuya feel calm, maybe it was because Sigma had saved her, she didn't know. But just seeing Sigma, made her feel better, it helped her feel reassured. She looked over Sigma again, it never got old, but this time, Sigma had caught her staring. Chuuya’s face immediately flushed, looking away slightly out of embarrassment, meanwhile Sigma just stared, a light blush dusting her cheeks as well, a small flustered chuckle falling from her lips.

Sigma could sense the nervousness coming from Chuuya, she tilted her head curiously at Chuuya, leaning a little closer to her. “Hey, are you okay? You seem… nervous?” Sigma asked, her tone hushed, as she didn’t want her parents to hear. “Uh, yeah, fine… just, how are we underwater..?” Chuuya questioned, blushing a little when Sigma leaned in, how was Sigma so beautiful? “Uh! I’ll tell you later, m’kay?” Sigma said, not wanting her parents to question Chuuya, her parents were a little bit… old fashioned? Well, Father was. He didn’t want humans in the house.

Chuuya just nodded, still confused, but just going along with it. Sigma was clearly trying to keep something from her parents, and Chuuya was not nosy. But she was still anxious, who wouldn’t be if they suddenly found out they were deep underwater! Well, at least it’s time away from Verlaine, Chuuya did not want to see her right now.

As if right on time to keep Chuuya from spiralling, The black haired man walked over to the two, setting down two plates with well made food “Well, Приятного аппетита, eat before it’s cold!" He said, turning back around to wash the dishes.

After Sigma’s Father went to wash the dishes, the two began eating, and Chuuya had to admit, it was the best fish he had ever had, albeit, it was mystery fish. Her and Chuuya just ate in silence, occasionally glancing at each other, every time she looks at Sigma it was like she got prettier. Soon, the two finished "We're finished Father! We'll be going back to my room!" Sigma said to her Father, grabbing onto Chuuya's arm and hauling the both of them onto their feet. "Okay, дорогой, have fun" Sigma's Father said in response, not even looking as the two ran back up the stairs.

Soon, the two got back to Sigma's room, Chuuya was gasping for air at this point though, Sigma was fast. Sigma pulled Chuuya over to the bed, her kneeling down on it, while Chuuya landed face down on the bed, soon scrambling onto he knees as well. Sigma took a deep breath, about to discuss what exactly was happening "So, it's a long story..." Sigma said, gently taking one of Chuuya's hands, her hand cool against Chuuya's warm ones. "But, I'm a mermaid" Sigma blurted, leaving Chuuya even more confused.

What the hell was going on?