"Put me down, Lantis," I told him after he carried me out of the room to take me to the lake. "I can walk."
"This is the quickest way to get there," he replied, holding me even tighter. He pulled me closer to his chest, making me feel his warmth. I can also hear his heartbeat.
"I told you, I don't think this is necessary," I repeated. I have been telling him that submerging myself in the lake would do nothing and would never ease the pain I feel, but he still insisted on bringing me there.
"You won't know unless you try."
I gave up and just let him do whatever he wants. I had my eyes remain closed because I don't want to see the mers' reaction if ever they see Lantis carrying me like his bride.
"We're here," he said, slowly putting me down.
I opened my eyes and looked around. It's
