Prompt: Finding Nemo
Word Count: 100
Fortunately most of the adult merfolk stayed til the end, and the chieftaness in particular seemed to enjoy herself. The teenagers returned as well, and began chatting with students who’d either studied Mermish or learned a good translation charm.
Septima, who’d joined one of the conversations, suddenly cocked her head to the side. “Good heavens,” she said. “Severus?”
“Is something wrong?” Severus rushed to join her. “My dear - “
“I’m not sure.” Septima asked a question, then turned to him. “That ‘keep on swimming’ song – “
“Yes?”
“It’s a traditional selkie folk song!” exclaimed Septima.
Severus stared. “But – how?”