EPISODE 35 - I WANT TO BE A MERMAID

(POV Aileen) We step outside, and waiting in front of the great doors is the most extraordinary sight—an enormous seashell carriage, pulled by six magnificent creatures. I glance at Aura... or is it Amina? Will I ever be able to tell them apart? "What kind of fish are those?" I ask. They exchange a quick smile. "Oh, they're not fish! They're giant seahorses. Strong enough to pull our... what do you call them? Carriages?" "Oh... right. Carriages." I move closer as the twins bow their heads, and that's when I notice them—King Nèilos and Queen Selìna, already seated inside the shell, waiting for me. "There you are, dear. Slept well? Did you enjoy your meal?" the Queen asks, her voice warm and polished. "Yes, Your Majesty." "Good. Then come along. We have much to show you." The King offers me…