The big sky monster was an obvious sign of Jake's arrival. Cristiano somersaulted back in a loop before streaking toward the pier. He gained speed in the short distance he had to go before propelling himself out of the water. His hands grabbed to the wood edge with a slop-slap from the liquid clinging to his skin. A heavy splashing sound followed as his tail kicked the surface so he could get out.
"Hey, Jake!" Cristiano said with a smile as he pulled himself up onto his biceps, hanging by his arms. "How are you? Thanks for coming!"