Shapeshifters

“I’m sorry,” Shui Sheng apologized. “I had to keep my promise, but I couldn’t find anyone to replace me.”

“I wasn’t talking about that,” Su Ying said. “Actually, I’ve always felt like someone was watching me, following me. After regaining my memory, I thought it was just my imagination, but now I wonder, was it you?”

Shui Sheng remained silent.

“Actually, you didn’t have to force yourself to stay with me just for a promise,” Su Ying continued, her tone making me suspicious.

“It’s not like that. I wanted to,” Shui Sheng quickly said. He sighed and continued, “You must think we underwater people are foolish, helping humans fight wars for something so trivial. But I understand their feelings.”

“Oh?”

“You’re right, I have been watching you in secret. I could change my appearance so you wouldn’t recognize me. But over time, I realized you didn’t need my protection; my existence wasn’t that significant to you.”

“That’s not true, it’s…”

“Let me finish,” Shui Sheng’s tone became firm. “I should have gone back, but I found myself unwilling. What was I unwilling to let go of? Not being able to protect you, or being insignificant to you, someone you could forget? I think it was the latter. So, I settled down, chose a fixed appearance, and came before you.”

“I really didn’t expect it was you,” Su Ying laughed lightly.

“I’ve found being with you very joyful, and the days feel fulfilling. Despite the physical pain I endure, I don’t mind at all. And this way, my lifespan can be similar to yours, which makes me even happier. Maybe this is what they talk about.”

Xuanyuan (2) Su Ying let out a soft sigh, “From… thousands of years… to just decades?”

“It doesn’t matter.”

“Is that so…” Su Ying’s voice faded, and I felt nervous, leaning forward slightly.

“I still don’t quite understand,” Shui Sheng said. “I think, only when I become human will everything truly become clear. This time, I’m determined to succeed.”

Hearing this, I also made up my mind to help him fulfill his wish.

“The crowd across the street seems to have thinned out; it must be dinner time. We should seize the opportunity and head back,” I quickly returned to the café before they did.

“What a long bathroom break,” Lu Yun was still teasing me.

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