The Biggest Loss

It was a late night when Nuri decided she was going to take her daily dip into their pool. Being a mermaid wasn't easy but it was her sanctuary. She had been born in the water and one day she would die in it. She pulled her dark hair up into a ponytail then wrapped a yellow towel around her body.

Making her way outside, the bitter cold winter air nipped at her skin. They had their pool cleaned for the week, freshwater was the best water. Her skin began to itch so it was time to get hydrated, she dipped her toes in letting it soak deeply before submerging. The water swallowed her whole as she began to do laps across the water.

Her long green tail flapped against the water and created huge waves. She increased her speed immensely trying to get in her daily exercise. A looming shadow leaned against the pool to which she was unaware. The shadow was covered in a dark cloak, almost appearing ghost-like. Taking out a white pouch, the shadow poured a white powder into the pool.