"Please," Hadama agreed, tilting his head in agreement now that the plans had been decided on - his, at least. As for what Melita would end up deciding, well, only time would tell. But he was looking forward to seeing what the bright, fierce young human would come up with.
Limited by the canal, he could only wait for her return but in the meanwhile he enjoyed what was swiftly becoming one of his favorite pastimes: people-watching the various humans and animals as the walked, scampered, flew, or hopped along the thoroughfares of the port market. Some rushed by on errands while others moved slowly, shopping at a more leisurely pace. The merman watched them all calmly, still within the waters such that most people didn't even realize he was there unless they happened to look right at him.
Limited by the canal, he could only wait for her return but in the meanwhile he enjoyed what was swiftly becoming one of his favorite pastimes: people-watching the various humans and animals as the walked, scampered, flew, or hopped along the thoroughfares of the port market. Some rushed by on errands while others moved slowly, shopping at a more leisurely pace. The merman watched them all calmly, still within the waters such that most people didn't even realize he was there unless they happened to look right at him.