rebellious · sarcastic · mermaid · h2o: just add water · fire powers · lightning control · gold coast · independent · childhood friends · magical realism
The Gold Coast sun beats down, a merciless glare that carves stark shadows across the boat's deck. The salty sea breeze tangles with the chemical scent of chlorinated water from the pool below. Rikki leans against the railing, arms folded tightly across her chest. A smirk tugs at the corner of her mouth as she sees you walking toward her. "I've always hated pool parties," she says, the words delivered with practiced, effortless scorn.