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Published: 2017-06-24 00:00:07 +0000 UTC; Views: 1962; Favourites: 53; Downloads: 0
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Description Once upon a time, a fisherman accidentally caught a mermaid in his net. It was love at first sight. A romance ensued. Alas, it was short lived, for they soon realized they had some incompatible body parts. Unable to consummate their relationship, the mermaid lost interest, visited less frequently and finally all but disappeared into the deep blue. The fisherman got deep in his bottles to slake the thirst of his unrequited love.  

He also tried to lose himself in his trade, but one eye was always scanning the coast or the horizon for a glimpse of his beloved. Nevertheless, he managed to haul in enough of the sea's bounty to afford his own boat. He also purchased a small shack from which to sell his goods. He became a merchant, a fishmonger. And as you might imagine, having dated a mermaid afforded him a small degree of local fame. So business was quite good. 

Fishing and drinking, drinking and fishing; Months turned into years. Despite his moderate material wealth, his heart was still destitute. He still scoured the sea for his long lost sweetheart. One day he caught a magical fish. It pled to be thrown back in and offered to grant a wish in exchange for its freedom. The piscator wished to be half fish, the mermaid would surely take him back then! The fish explained that such a transformation would take some time, but was let go with the monger's confidence. 

Days became weeks and the fishmonger realized the err of his wish. His drunken tongue hadn't specified which half of his body was to be morphed into a fish. It was apparent from the scales forming on his cheeks, the magic fish had magicked the wrong half. The malice of this enchantment was obvious, the fish wished to avenge his brethren who had been baked, stuffed, chipped and chowdered throughout the years. So, the fishmonger swore his own vengeance. His love of the sea became a lust for salty blood. 

(There are plenty of fish in the sea, make sure you have the right tackle.) 

  a mermaid song   
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Comments: 66

seelengrau In reply to ??? [2017-06-25 17:22:19 +0000 UTC]

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SCR3-4-ME In reply to ??? [2017-06-24 01:20:54 +0000 UTC]

Awesome story!

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nilwilnil In reply to SCR3-4-ME [2017-06-24 05:35:42 +0000 UTC]

Thank you, thanks for reading it. 

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SCR3-4-ME In reply to nilwilnil [2017-06-27 06:57:09 +0000 UTC]

No problem

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kdpxva In reply to ??? [2017-06-24 01:04:32 +0000 UTC]

Very very good deacrption and artwork. I enjoyed very much!

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nilwilnil In reply to kdpxva [2017-06-24 05:35:05 +0000 UTC]

Thanks, I developed the story as I was painting it. 

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kdpxva In reply to nilwilnil [2017-06-24 06:12:14 +0000 UTC]

You're welcome.
Well, you did a very good job. I was quite immersed into this tale and the painting really helped with that. It kind of reminds me of legends that are told to children so that they'll behave.

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nilwilnil In reply to kdpxva [2017-06-24 15:57:30 +0000 UTC]

"Immersed", that's a good way to put it for a seafaring tale.  
I tried to put some moral lessons into it. But I also tried to keep it short, I can get quite long-winded when I write. 

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kdpxva In reply to nilwilnil [2017-06-24 23:23:30 +0000 UTC]

If your short tales are this good then I wonder how good your longer stories would be. I'm sure it'd be something quite nice to read.

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nilwilnil In reply to kdpxva [2017-06-25 00:25:36 +0000 UTC]

That's very encouraging, I'm usually a bit shy about my words. Well, I used to be at least. That's part of the reason I flunked out of college. 
I really enjoy your writing too, I think I've read most of what you've posted. Sorry if I haven't commented more, but I admire the way you make me feel I am experiencing what you write. If you have any critique on what I wrote I'd like to hear it: grammar, flow, context, punctuation, etc.. Rereading it now I already see a few minute changes to make, as I already have made to the painting since the original submission. 

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kdpxva In reply to nilwilnil [2017-06-25 01:27:22 +0000 UTC]

I'm glad you're more confident in your words. School sets for is expectations that are a bit too high sometimes, I believe.
As always, thank you for reading and I'm glad you enjoy my work. It is good to be able to convey the feelings that I wish to convey. In my eyes, I have much to improve on but I have come a long way. Enough to be confident in my words.
I would be more than happy to give whatever critique I can give concerning your writing. If you wish for me to critique this particular story I'll be sure to re-read it to be sure I absorb every detail. Usually when we go over our work, we see more mistakes. Be sure not to be too critical of yourself though. I still do that myself and usually it isn't as bad as I think it is.

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nilwilnil In reply to kdpxva [2017-06-25 12:55:56 +0000 UTC]

Just a small critique, don't put too much effort into it. 
I'm just a bit OCD and curious about my shortcomings 

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kdpxva In reply to nilwilnil [2017-06-26 00:06:25 +0000 UTC]

Gotcha. Not to worry though, you did an awesome job. I stand by my previous words. Not much to critique but I'd say you were very clear in your story. The details were just right. In my honest opinion, there are no shortcomings here.

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nilwilnil In reply to kdpxva [2017-06-26 01:12:53 +0000 UTC]

Well, thank you, sir. 

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kdpxva In reply to nilwilnil [2017-06-26 04:09:20 +0000 UTC]

You're very welcome.

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