"Ethan, trust me, I totally understand your concerns about Delphine's safety. We share the same worry for all those who join our cause. And, you know, Nerissa is my girlfriend and I often get worried because I don't want anything bad to happen to her. However, I want you to know that we have connections with mermaids who are still living freely beyond the prison walls. They are willing to put their freedom, and even their lives, at risk to help us if it serves the greater purpose of our resistance."
The words hung in the air, tempting Ethan with the possibility of a direct line of communication with Delphine.
It was the only safe opportunity to bridge the gap between their worlds.
The notion of being able to reach out to her whenever he needed to without putting his life in danger was enticing, knowing that he would be there for her whenever she needed him and viceversa..
Yet, a cloud of apprehension overshadowed Ethan's thoughts.
