The water was calm just off the coast of Yoreiq. There was absolutely no wind, resulting in the blue-green ocean appearing almost glasslike, and no delicate ripples to hint that any creature had recently penetrated the surface. The sun beamed down from almost directly overhead, suggesting that it was approaching the early hours of the afternoon.
Beneath the waves, however, things weren't nearly as uneventful. Schools of fish raced each other through underwater rock formations, and dolphins chirped happily, chattering amongst themselves. A small, human-like figure floated just feet beneath the surface, seeming extremely out of place at first glance; until you took a closer look. The slim Merperson kicked his tail, flipping himself upside-down, and extended his arm to the mass of creatures below.
After only a moment, a dolphin approached Murquine, and touched its nose to his outstretched fin. With a series of chirps, the Mercreature communicated with the beautiful being, asking permission to ride upon its back. With an understanding nod, the creature smiled the smile it was well-known for, and Murq cooed happily, wrapping his fin-arms around his neck. The dolphin almost immediately turned and raced down for a good twenty metres or so, then rotated 180 degrees and shot upwards.
Murquine laughed and clutched tighter to the dolphin's firm, grey-blue flesh. The water parted, and the two burst from the surface, turning a sharp arc midair and breaking the surface of the water with the smallest of splashes. Clicking his tongue, the humanoid clutched his small cloth bag, and asked the dolphin to carry him towards the nearby shore in search of an interesting item to add to his collection.
(I can add more if you want ^^)
