Breathe Deep

RIDLEY
Humans are selfish and greedy beings…at least that's what I thought. When my mate turns out to be half human, I'm forced to take a closer look and realize not all humans are bad.
How do I tell her she's not merely a human? How do I teach her about a side of her she never knew existed?
Will she accept me and our connection? Or will I be left heartbroken?
ARISTA
My entire life I felt out of place. I knew my aunt was doing the best she could raising me, but deep down I knew there was more out there for me. I just had to find it.
Growing up a human, I never expected to find a mate. Heck, I never even knew merfolk existed.
Falling in love was easy. Accepting who and what I am? That's the hard part.