Chapter 3 - "the mermaid"
I couldn't believe my eyes. Right in front of me was the first and only mermaid I have ever seen. She was so pretty; her skin tone was tan with dark brown hair, blue eyes, and a brown tail. She had pink shells that came up from her waist and got skinner until they turned into seaweed that tied around her neck.With a shaky voice I said, “Hi. My name is Emily. Do you speak English?"
“Yes, I do. I’m Maple. What happened to this ship?" she said in friendly tone so I figured she was nice.
“I guess this is the because of the confederates” I said. I remember what my father said never give up a fight, but if you can avoid it. Avoid it. That is what this ship should have done.
“What are confederates?" the mermaid asked, bringing me back to earth. next >>>