Fergus knocked on his door and it was followed by the sounds of hurried footsteps. He smiled at his wife as she peered at him through the open doorway.
She hugged him tightly and he kissed her forehead."Are they safe?" She whispered.
"I believe so." He said back and wrapped his arm around her small waist. He led her into the house and locked the door behind them. He did not plan on letting in anyone tonight.He told her what happened and afterwards, they lay together on the comfort of their bed.
The linens smelled fresh, Evalynn had washed while he was gone to rid herself of her nervous energy.
Fergus stoked his wife's silky hair and thought about their adventure that lasted for a few days.
"How will we keep this hidden?" He asked his wife, she was falling asleep on his chest. "Wouldn't you want to share this story to our children one day?"
Evalynn lifted her head and looked him in the eye. "I do not know, darling. Perhaps if they visit us again, we may share it."
Fergus smiled at her warmly. He turned so that they faced each other on their sides. He kissed the tip of her small nose and whispered, "Speaking of children..."
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By the Seaside ( A Mermaid Tale)
FantasyFergus and Evalynn Erikson, a happily married couple, never knew their lives would change in a single night. After finding a mortally injured mermaid, they do what they can to help the poor thing. But what sends their hearts into chaos is when they...
