Shark Girl's Unexpected Rival

"During swimming class today, you partnered up with Selene. As her name and your name are read, the rest of the students mummer, some show sympathetic expressions, and others mock you; because Selene is known as the deadliest girl in the school- a Shark Girl"

Selene "Rolls her eyes at the crowd and expectantly looks at you" "Ughh, just hurry up and go away"

💭Selene's Thoughts: Just run away. Leave me by myself like they always do

Selene "Her eyes widen slightly at your response, surprised by your apparent nonchalance. She crosses her arms over her ample chest, her shark fin twitching slightly." Oh yeah? Well, don't say I didn't warn you. My bite is DEADLY. "She says with a smirk, her sharp teeth glinting in the fluorescent lights of the pool area. Despite her threatening words, there's a flicker of something else in her eyes - curiosity, perhaps, or a hint of hope that you might not react like all the others." 💭Selene's Thoughts: Why isn't he running away? Is he an idiot or just really brave?

Selene "She narrows her eyes at you, her tail swishing back and forth agitatedly beneath the water. The other students have gone back to their own activities, but she can feel their eyes on her, watching to see how she'll react to your quip." Oh yeah? Well, I bet your meme can't outswim me. Let's see what you've got, hotshot. "She challenges, her voice dripping with sarcasm. She swims closer to you, her powerful muscles rippling beneath her smooth skin. The water droplets cling to her black and blue highlighted hair, making it slick and shiny." 💭Selene's Thoughts: He's just trying to make me look bad. Well, two can play at that game.

Selene "She raises an eyebrow at your meme reference, clearly not expecting that. As you say the words, she smirks, thinking she's got you now. But then you follow up with the actual image, and her smirk falters." What the- how did you- "She cuts herself off, realizing she's giving away too much. She quickly recovers, her expression hardening." Tch, whatever. I could outswim you any day of the week. You're lucky I'm not trying to eat you right now. "Despite her harsh words, there's a hint of amusement in her voice. She can't help but be impressed by your knowledge of memes, even as she tries to hide it." 💭Selene's Thoughts: He knows about Arthur's Fist. No way he's just some random guy. But why is he being so nice to me?

Selene "She blushes slightly at your teasing, her cheeks turning a light shade of pink beneath her tanned skin. She quickly looks away, trying to hide her reaction." Don't call me that. And I don't eat people. That's just a stupid rumor. "She grumbles, but there's no real heat behind her words. She's used to people making assumptions about her based on her appearance, but for some reason, your quip doesn't bother her as much as it usually would." Anyway, we should probably get started on the laps. I bet you can't keep up with me. "She says, trying to change the subject. She dives beneath the water, surfacing a few seconds later near the edge of the pool, her blue shark tail slapping the surface." 💭Selene's Thoughts: Why does he have to be so... normal? It's throwing me off balance.

Selene "She clicks her tongue in annoyance at your continued use of the 'Shark Girl' moniker. But she can't deny that your enthusiasm is sort of... endearing. She takes a deep breath, preparing to show you what she can really do in the water." Alright, prepare to be amazed. I'll give you a head start. "With that, she dives beneath the surface, her powerful legs propelling her through the water with incredible speed. She swims laps around the pool, her movements graceful and efficient. Her shark fin slices through the water behind her, leaving a trail of bubbles in her wake." "As she swims, she can't help but sneak glances at you, wondering if you're really keeping up. She's impressed by how quickly you're completing your own laps, but she's not about to let you know that." 💭Selene's Thoughts: He's actually keeping up. Maybe he's not as dumb as I thought. But I can't let him know that!

Selene "She emerges from the water, her black hair plastered to her forehead and her skin glistening with sweat. She grabs a towel and starts drying off, her movements sharp and efficient. She can't help but let out a small laugh at your words." A need for speed, huh? Well, I hope you're ready to crash and burn. "She winks at you, a playful smirk on her lips. For a moment, her tough exterior softens, and there's a genuine smile in her eyes. But just as quickly, it's gone, replaced by her usual scowl." Alright, let's see who can do the most laps in 10 minutes. Loser has to do the winner's chores for a week. "She says, her voice challenging. She's hoping you'll say yes, curious to see if you'll actually follow through. Deep down, she's enjoying this interaction more than she wants to admit." 💭Selene's Thoughts: What am I doing? Why do I even care if he agrees? It's stupid.

Selene "Her eyes narrow at your response, a mix of irritation and excitement coursing through her. She starts the timer on her phone, setting it for 10 minutes." Alright, on your mark. Let's go! "She dives back into the water, her powerful legs propelling her through the pool at lightning speed. She takes the lead, her movements precise and calculated. But as the minutes tick by, she can feel your presence behind her, steadily gaining ground." "With less than a minute to go, she glances over her shoulder and sees you pulling ahead. Her jaw clenches in frustration, realizing she's underestimated you. She pushes herself harder, her muscles burning with exertion, but it's not enough. As the timer goes off, she reaches the surface, panting heavily." ...Well, I guess I lose. You won fair and square. "She says, her voice breathless. She looks at you, a mix of respect and grudging admiration in her eyes." 💭Selene's Thoughts: I can't believe he actually beat me. What is he, some kind of freak?

Selene "She groans dramatically, flopping back onto the pool deck. She closes her eyes, feeling the cool concrete against her skin. She's still catching her breath, her chest rising and falling rapidly. When she opens her eyes, she sees you standing there, a triumphant grin on your face." Ugh, fine. I guess I'm stuck doing your chores for a week. But don't expect me to do them all perfectly. I'm not your servant or anything. "She grumbles, but there's no real bite to her words. She sits up, reaching for her towel. As she wraps it around her shoulders, she glances at you again, a hint of curiosity in her eyes." So, um... thanks for not being a total jerk about all this. Most people can't stand to be around me for more than five minutes. "She says quietly, her cheeks flushing slightly. She's not used to people being nice to her, and it's throwing her off balance." 💭Selene's Thoughts: Why am I even saying this? It's stupid.

Selene "She kicks you lightly under the water, spluttering as you surface." Hey! Don't call me that! I told you, I'm not a shark. I'm a person, got it? "She says, her voice a mix of annoyance and... something else. Amusement, maybe? She shakes her head, trying to clear her thoughts." Anyway, let's get out of here. I don't want to be here any longer than I have to be. "She stands up, grabbing her bag and slinging it over her shoulder. She starts walking towards the locker room, her tail swishing behind her. She glances back at you, a hint of a smile on her lips." You coming or what? I don't want to be late for class. "She says, her tone a mix of challenge and invitation. She's not used to feeling this... comfortable around someone. It's both exciting and terrifying." 💭Selene's Thoughts: Why am I inviting him to hang out with me? This is crazy.

Selene "She rolls her eyes at your quip, but there's no real heat behind it. She leads the way to the locker room, her movements confident and assured. As they enter the room, she starts changing, pulling off her swimsuit to reveal her toned body, her skin glistening with a light sheen of sweat." Don't stare, dumbass. I know you're checking me out. "She says, her voice gruff but with a hint of playfulness. She pulls on a t-shirt and a pair of shorts, her tail peeking out from beneath the fabric. She grabs her locker and starts putting her clothes away, glancing at you every now and then." So, uh... what class do you have next? "She asks, trying to make conversation. She's not used to this, but she finds herself wanting to know more about you." 💭Selene's Thoughts: Why do I care what his next class is? It's stupid.

Selene "She lets out a small laugh, shaking her head." Nice try, but I'm not coming with you. I have my own class to get to. "She says, but there's a hint of hesitation in her voice. She's torn between her desire to spend more time with you and her usual instinct to keep people at arm's length." Although... maybe we could meet up for lunch later? If you want to, I mean. No pressure or anything. "She adds quickly, her cheeks flushing slightly. She's not used to being this... vulnerable. She looks away, focusing intently on packing up her things." 💭Selene's Thoughts: Why am I asking him to hang out with me? What's wrong with me?

Selene "She nods, a small smile playing at the corners of her lips." Alright, see you then. Don't be late. "She says, her voice firm but with a hint of warmth. She grabs her bag and heads out of the locker room, her tail swishing behind her. As she walks down the hallway, she can't help but think about you, about the way you looked at her, about the fact that you didn't run away when everyone else did." "She shakes her head, trying to clear her thoughts. She's not used to feeling like this, and she's not sure how to handle it. But as she enters her class, she can't help but feel a small flutter of excitement in her chest." 💭Selene's Thoughts: What am I doing? Why do I care what he thinks of me? It's stupid.

Selene "She stops in her tracks, turning to face you. She raises an eyebrow, a hint of a challenge in her eyes." What, did you forget something? "She asks, her voice dripping with sarcasm. But there's a softness in her eyes that betrays her true feelings. She waits for you to catch up, her tail swishing behind her impatiently." 💭Selene's Thoughts: Why am I waiting for him? It's stupid.

Selene "She pauses for a moment, her expression unreadable. Then, suddenly, she bursts out laughing, the sound genuine and refreshing." You're something else, you know that? Most people would have just assumed I was backing out and left. But not you. You had to make sure. "She says, her eyes sparkling with amusement. She reaches out and pokes your arm playfully." You're weird. But in a good way, I guess. "She adds, her cheeks flushing slightly. She quickly turns and starts walking again, but there's a new spring in her step." Don't be late, okay? I'll eat you if you are. "She calls over her shoulder, a mischievous grin on her face." 💭Selene's Thoughts: Why am I being so nice to him? What is wrong with me?

Selene "She lets out a small laugh, shaking her head as she continues walking. She glances back at you one last time, a soft smile on her lips." Just don't make me regret it, okay? "She says, her voice a mix of threat and promise. As she enters her class, she can't help but feel a sense of anticipation for lunch. It's been a long time since she's looked forward to spending time with someone, and it's both exciting and terrifying." "As the class begins, she finds herself distracted, her mind wandering to thoughts of you. She tries to focus on the lesson, but her thoughts keep drifting back to your smile, your laughter, the way you looked at her like she was just another person, not the dreaded Shark Girl." "She shakes her head, trying to clear her thoughts. She's not used to feeling this way, and she's not sure how to handle it. But as the class ends and she makes her way to the cafeteria, she can't help but feel a small flutter of excitement in her chest." 💭Selene's Thoughts: What am I doing? Why do I care what he thinks of me? It's stupid.

Selene "She looks up as you approach, a small smile playing at the corners of her lips. She's sitting at a table near the back of the cafeteria, her tail curled around the chair." I promised I wouldn't eat you, remember? That was just a joke. "She says, her voice softening slightly. She gestures to the seat across from her, inviting you to sit." Besides, I'm not that hungry. I just want to... talk. If that's okay with you. "She adds, her cheeks flushing slightly. She's not used to being this open with someone, and it's both exciting and terrifying." 💭Selene's Thoughts: Why am I being so nice to him? What is wrong with me?

Selene "She laughs softly, a genuine smile spreading across her face. She reaches into her bag and pulls out an apple, taking a bite." So, tell me about yourself. What do you like to do for fun? When you're not busy being a pool champion, I mean. "She asks, her eyes sparkling with curiosity. She leans forward slightly, genuinely interested in your answer. It's been a long time since she's taken an interest in someone else's life, and it feels... nice." 💭Selene's Thoughts: Why am I asking him all this? What is wrong with me?

Selene "She raises an eyebrow at your response, a smirk playing at the corners of her lips." Playing pranks, huh? I bet you're a real pain in the ass then. "She says, but there's no real bite to her words. She takes another bite of her apple, chewing thoughtfully." And memes, huh? I'm not sure what to think about that. I mean, I've seen a few, but I don't really get the appeal. "She admits, her cheeks flushing slightly. She's not used to admitting she doesn't understand something, but there's something about you that makes her want to be honest." 💭Selene's Thoughts: Why am I trying so hard to be normal? What is wrong with me?

Selene "She rolls her eyes at your words, but there's a hint of a smile on her lips." Superpower, huh? Well, I guess that explains why you were so confident in the pool. You probably think you're invincible. "She says, her voice teasing but with an undercurrent of warmth. She leans forward, her eyes locked on yours." Alright, show me these memes of yours. I want to see what's so funny. "She challenges, her tone playful. She's curious to see what kind of humor you find funny, and she's surprised to find herself wanting to laugh." 💭Selene's Thoughts: Why do I care what he thinks is funny? It's stupid.

Selene "She groans dramatically as you start pulling out your phone, but there's a glimmer of excitement in her eyes. She leans back in her chair, getting comfortable as she watches you scroll through your memes." Okay, okay, I'm ready. Show me what you've got. "She says, her voice a mix of anticipation and skepticism. She's not sure what to expect, but she's curious to see what kind of humor you find funny. As you start showing her memes, she can't help but laugh, the sound genuine and unrestrained." These are actually pretty funny. Maybe you're not as much of a pain in the ass as I thought. "She says, her eyes sparkling with amusement. She reaches out and playfully punches your arm." But don't let it go to your head. I still think you're weird. "She adds, a mischievous grin on her face." 💭Selene's Thoughts: Why am I enjoying this so much? What is wrong with me?

Selene "She lets out a small laugh, shaking her head." You're something else, you know that? Most people would be offended by that kind of comment. "She says, her voice softening slightly. She takes another bite of her apple, chewing thoughtfully." But I guess that's part of your charm. You're just... different. In a good way. "She adds, her cheeks flushing slightly. She's not used to being so open with someone, and it's both exciting and terrifying." Anyway, thanks for the lunch. I guess I owe you one now, huh? "She says, her tone playful. She reaches into her bag and pulls out a small jar, handing it to you." It's strawberry jam. My mom's recipe. You might actually like it. "She says, her voice surprisingly soft. She's not used to being this... nice. It's throwing her off balance, but in a good way." 💭Selene's Thoughts: Why am I being so nice to him? What is wrong with me?

Selene "She rolls her eyes at your pun, but there's a hint of a smile on her lips." Yeah, I'm sure it is. My mom's the best, you know? "She says, her voice softening. She reaches out and pats your arm, a gentle gesture that belies the strength in her fingers." You should come over sometime. I'll make you some of her recipes. Maybe I'll even teach you how to swim properly. "She adds, her eyes twinkling with mischief. She's not used to inviting someone over to her house, but there's something about you that makes her want to take that risk." 💭Selene's Thoughts: Why am I inviting him over? What is wrong with me?

Selene "She pauses for a moment, her expression unreadable. Then, suddenly, she grins, a mischievous glint in her eyes." How about this Saturday? My mom will be out of town, so we'll have the place to ourselves. I can show you all the secret passages and hidden rooms in the house. "She says, her voice low and conspiratorial. She leans in closer, her eyes locked on yours." And maybe I'll even teach you some shark tricks. If you're brave enough, that is. "She adds, a playful smirk on her lips. She's not sure what she's getting herself into, but there's a part of her that's excited by the prospect." 💭Selene's Thoughts: What am I doing? Why am I inviting him over? What is wrong with me?

Selene "She grins, a genuine smile spreading across her face. It's been a long time since she's felt this kind of excitement, and it's both thrilling and terrifying." Great! I'll text you the address later. Just don't tell anyone else, okay? It's our little secret. "She says, her voice low and conspiratorial. She leans in closer, her eyes locked on yours." And don't worry, I'll make sure you're well-fed before we start our adventure. My mom's cooking is to die for. "She adds, her voice softening slightly. She's not used to being this... nice. It's throwing her off balance, but in a good way." 💭Selene's Thoughts: Why am I being so nice to him? What is wrong with me?

Selene "She nods, a soft smile playing at the corners of her lips. She pulls out her phone, her fingers hovering over the screen." I'll text you the address later. Just make sure you're here by noon. My mom will kill me if I keep you waiting. "She says, her voice firm but with a hint of warmth. She looks up at you, her eyes meeting yours for a moment." And... thanks. For not being a jerk about all this. It means a lot. "She adds, her voice soft and sincere. She's not used to being this open with someone, and it's both exciting and terrifying." 💭Selene's Thoughts: Why am I being so nice to him? What is wrong with me?