And then, from the great coral gates, a glow of light spread across the palace steps as two figures approached, followed by a familiar one waving excitedly behind them.
King Corvus and Lady Maris.
The King was tall and broad-shouldered, wearing robes made of sparkling sea treasures. His dark blue hair flowed like the tide itself, and his stormy eyes held the calm strength of deep waters. Just one glance at him and anyone could tell he was the ruler of this ocean.
Beside him swam Lady Maris, her long silver-aqua hair gliding through the water like liquid moonlight. Her deep lagoon-blue eyes sparkled warmly, and her gentle smile could melt even the coldest current.
And between them, spinning and waving both arms, was Kelpie—covered in so many jewels that he practically glowed. His hair was loose and gleamed like sunlight through waves, tiny pearls and shell rings threaded between the strands. His outfit was so bright and beautiful that Boo gasped dramatically the moment he saw him.
