Mermaid Gavin

Daily dialogues

DAY 1

Kasa: Senior Gavin…!

Gavin: …What’s the matter?

Kasa: Wow, my senior really does appear like a gust of wind every time he shows up, always so unexpectedly.

Gavin: ...

Kasa: Wait a minute, I have something to say, please don't leave!

Kasa: I've been staying at your cabin for the past few days, eating and drinking, and I've been feeling a little embarrassed because I don't have anything on me to show my appreciation... So, I picked up some pretty seashells for you. If you don't like them, perhaps someone in the mermaid world will collect them and buy them from you at a high price. It can be considered a small financial product.

Gavin: ...Keep it yourself, I don't want it.

Kasa: Okay, it seems you don't like either seashells or money. What does the senior like? Just tell me, and I'll try my best to find it for you.

Gavin: I'd like one thing...

Kasa: Okay, please go ahead and tell~

Gavin: Silence.

Kasa: Huh? What?

Gavin: Stay quiet and don't bother me.

Private diary (Kasa's diary)

While repairing the fighter jet today, I found my diary on the base. At first, I thought it had been thrown off during the emergency landing. As my personal diary, it contained many of my memories and reflections. It feels so good to have it back. From now on, I will continue to record everything that happens on the island, as well as my observations of Senior Gavin. I want to know what he's really like, not just what he's based on rumors.

However, the senior always appears and disappears mysteriously, so observing him is really a difficult task. But at least these past few days have yielded some results, like he's a cool guy who doesn't talk much...? A cool guy, very handsome looks.

Hmm... I was just talking about him, and he came ashore. But why is he looking at me from so far away...? Wait, why is the wind suddenly blowing my diary around! Could he possibly be using the wind to peek at what I'm writing? I need to close it quickly!

Whatever, it doesn’t matter (Gavin's diary)

It seems she also has the habit of keeping a diary, which is not surprising. In today's world, anyone can encounter unexpected events at any time. Recording the present moment and making it a keepsake for the future is something many people do.

C8 of the Falcon Squadron, my former junior. She said she had seen me fly and wanted to confirm whether I was the rumored defector. I don't understand what's so special about this. Since capturing me is her mission, should she act directly? Or...? Is she wary of my Evol and doesn't intend to confront me directly? Hesitation will only lead death.

Whatever, let her think what she wants. As long as she doesn't do anything stupid, I don't care.

DAY 2

Kasa: Senior, I've been very quiet these past few days, haven't I?

Gavin: ...What do you want to say?

Kasa: I just saw you training; may I join in?

Gavin: You are injured.

Kasa: That's just scrapes, mostly scabbed over. Moreover, I see that you have a wealth of practical experience, so I would like to ask you for some tips.

Gavin: No tricks. Attack the vital points. Didn't the instructors teach you these things?

Kasa: I have taught, but few people can tell a person's weakness at a glance like you do. I'm interested to learn this technique.

Gavin: If you can survive a hundred battles, you will automatically master these skills.

Kasa: ...Isn't there any shortcut?

Gavin: Are you afraid of death?

Kasa: Hmm... I guess a little bit.

Gavin: Then find a suitable opponent. It won't kill you, but it won't let you off easy either.

Kasa: Alright! Come on, senior! I'm ready!

Gavin: ...bring it on.

Encounter under the sea (Kasa's diary)

The weather is nice today, and the mermaids haven't shown up to fight Gavin, making it the perfect time to observe.

(But ultimately, why did they clash in the first place?)

After wandering around the island and looking up again, I realized I didn't see Gavin in his walking form or flying form... so it seems only his mermaid form is left.

Although I was a pilot, a soldier also needs to pay attention to underwater capabilities. After several dives, I finally saw a familiar and beautiful blue tail tip behind a large rock.

But at the same time, a flash of cold light flew over, and I quickly turned around to dodge it, watching as a seashell was driven hard into the stone.

To be honest, this is the first time I've ever seen someone use seashells as weapons. They look useful and discreet; I wonder if he'll ever have a chance to teach me.

But since it was difficult to speak underwater, I casually took out a piece of gauze from my pocket, broke off a piece of coral and hung it on, then swam to him waving my "little white flag".

The moment he saw me, a speechless expression flashed across his face.

But it seemed like I was running out of oxygen, and just when I thought I was about to die…

He suddenly put a bubble over my head, and lo and behold, I can breathe freely now? I can even talk?

How could I possibly miss such a wonderful opportunity to exchange ideas?

Weird school girl (Gavin's diary)

Although she held back at the last moment, her reaction was good.

On the day of the storm, her decision-making was swift and decisive, demonstrating her competence.

It's clear she's talented and works incredibly hard. She also surrendered very quickly...

I don't know why, but she seems to trust me inexplicably that I won't hurt her. Is it because I saved her in the storm? Even if I gave the instructions at the time, if there is even a second of operational error, the plane will disintegrate instantly.

Actually, she saved herself.

But none of these are reasons for her to get close to me.

Is this some new method of investigation? Ultimately, what makes her think she can tell what kind of person I am just through observation?

How can you tell if I'm a traitor to humanity? Naïve soldiers are prone to early death.

...Judging from the way she held her breath, she only had ten seconds left at most, and it was too late for her to go up for air... Never mind.

After being given the cover, she started calling me "senior." I hadn't taught her that.

DAY 3

Gavin: The deep sea is dangerous, don't follow me.

Kasa: The deep sea is very dangerous, but with you by my side, I am the safest. Didn't you notice there weren't any ferocious sea animals along the way?

Gavin: I wasn't paying attention. What's wrong?

Kasa: As soon as they see you coming, they automatically retreat.

Gavin: ...

Kasa: So you've even beaten up these kinds of sea fish?

Gavin: Can't remember. Even if they fought, it was always the other party who started the fight. Anyone who comes looking for death, I will grant their wish.

Kasa: Then I'll stick close to you even more.

Gavin: ..?

Kasa: You see, even though they've all hidden themselves, they're definitely watching us from the shadows. Then you'll find that you're the only one who didn't get beaten up. They'll definitely be very curious, and they might even take advantage of me being alone... Arrest me and threaten me!

Gavin: What are they threatening me with?

Kasa: For example... Gavin, if you don't sign a peace agreement with us... We'll just eat your junior sister up.

Gavin: Okay, then let's eat.

Kasa: ..?? Senior, you must be joking. I just saw you chuckle.

Gavin: You've misread it.

Kasa: No, you're probably secretly laughing.

Gavin: ... Be careful, or you might actually get eaten.

Bake it yourself (Kasa's diary)

Ever since I learned that Gavin has the ability to create bubbles, I've been really "coveting" it. If he could create bubbles for me again, maybe I could swim all the way to the world of mermaids.

But why is there a meaty smell nearby?

When I turned my head, I saw Gavin grilling a fish I'd never seen before on the shore; it was almost bigger than me…

What's going on? How come he has such a big fish to eat? Unlike the small fish that fill my stomach, which are mostly bones and have very little meat.

I wanted to go over and take a look, but I was afraid he was too wary and would use a fishbone as a hidden weapon... so I could only keep an eye on him from a distance until he turned around.

Then I continued to stare... He stared me too...

I felt he didn't understand what I meant, so I started staring at his big grilled fish.

He was still staring at me...

Suddenly, he stood up, and just when I thought he was going to share this delicious dish with me—

The seawater surged, and a fish of the same size flew out of the water and crashed heavily in front of me, splashing me with seawater.

I was a little dumbfounded, and looked back at this quiet senior. From his eyes, I read words:

—If you want to eat it, bake it yourself.

her sight (Gavin's diary)

Those guys didn't cause any trouble today. But one gaze kept falling on me, starting with looking into my eyes.

Sometimes I'm too scared to look over there. I can't remember the last time I felt this fear.

Although I know she poses no threat, her gaze always makes me feel like she has no secrets.

I don't have any secrets.

But today is different.

She first looked at me from afar, then at the grilled fish in my hand. And then she swallowed hard.

Does she want to eat?

But I've already taken a bite of this fish. The taste was just average, since I'd already finished the chili sauce.

Okay, here's another one.

He didn't stop himself, splashing her all over. Should he help her dry off with a hairdryer? But that might make her sick. …Never mind, let her handle it herself. / 力度沒收住,濺了她一身水。 幫她用風吹乾?但這樣可能會生病。 …………………不管了,她自己解決吧。

DAY 4

Gavin: Why are you still standing on the shore?

Kasa: Because you were missing for a whole day, I thought you had been captured by those mermaids.

Gavin: ... I just went to the deep sea.

Kasa: What happened to the deep sea?

Gavin: nothing.

Kasa: Wow... how did you bring back so much food, and ink too! How did you know my pen was almost out of ink?

Gavin: ……I also want to use a pen. But here's an extra one for you.

Kasa: Thank you. I feel this ink is even better than the ones produced on land. It works very smoothly, what brand is it?

Gavin: octopus.

Kasa: It sounds like a brand name that might be found underwater. Wow!

Gavin: ...

Kasa: Could it be... a real octopus spitting it out?

Gavin: When I got back, I ran into an octopus and asked it for some.

Kasa: Are all fish this good at communicating? Can I just give it to you whenever you want?

Gavin: A little bit of leverage. But don't worry, it's still alive.

new side (Kasa's diary)

This morning I made an amazing discovery. I found a lot of equipment and training facilities in a small cave on the island.

The old sandbags hanging in mid-air had sunk slightly, and the ground where the equipment was placed had been worn with grooves of varying depths.

It seems he's always trying to become stronger... But being so tense all the time must be tiring, right? He should take a break occasionally.

I thought about it for a while, and finally left a note under the dumbbell.

Just as I turned to leave, I saw Gavin standing right behind me. I grinned, gave him a salute, and then quickly ran away.

I don't know how much time had passed, but in the distance, I saw a figure. Although I couldn't see the mermaid's face clearly, I recognized him by his tail, which almost blended into the sea and sky.

At that moment, I realized that I didn't know him nearly as well as I did.

Even though he doesn't talk much and always has a furrowed brow, he never holds back when he gets into a fight.

But that doesn't mean he doesn't have his own direction and life.

So I'm very glad that I saw a new side of him.

Wait, he probably hasn't read the note yet. I need to find a chance to secretly take it back... Otherwise, I'll seem a bit preachy! No, no, I'll run back and get it now.

deep misunderstanding (Gavin's diary)

She seems to have made this place her home.

When she got tired of repairing fighter jets, she would wander around the island, looking for all kinds of seeds, and tilling and watering the fields.

I wasn't surprised that she found this cave.

She has a strong will to live; even if she can't leave the island, she can live a good life on her own.

Sooner or later, she will leave more traces here than I will.

But why is she staring at my equipment?

What was she thinking? And it seemed she had written something and placed it under the dumbbell.

After she turned around, I asked her the question.

She stammered, and finally, as if giving up on explaining, turned and left.

What’s so hard to answer?

She did leave a note under the dumbbells, but the content was somewhat ambiguous and left one unsure what to say.

She offered me many ways to relax and have fun:

They suggested I play rock-paper-scissors with a crab.

Dig a sandpit and sunbathe.

Collect oddly shaped seashells.

What are these?

She seemed to have some misunderstanding about me.

...It might not be a misunderstanding; perhaps that's just how I am in her eyes.

They don't talk, they just fight.

Forget it, I don't want to think about it anymore. Let her think what she wants, whatever she thinks.

The weather's nice today, time to go surfing.

DAY 5

Kasa: Gavin. You pay for my land.

Gavin: Why?

Kasa: Last night when you were practicing Evol, you ruined the field I had painstakingly planted.

Gavin: Not me. I am far from your field, but that distance won't blow it away.

Kasa: It wasn't said that it was damaged by blowing. Let me help you review the situation: Last night you practiced the storm in the southwest direction, where a lot of rubble was being swept up in the air. Then one of the large rocks hit the coconut tree. Then, the coconut rolled down the slope, eventually rolling across my field mixed with mud and pebbles. Please come and see the "crime scene".

Gavin... Next time I'll stay further away from them.

Kasa: Okay, I forgive you, but as punishment, you'll have to plow the fields for me again.

Gavin: I'll compensate you with something else, wait for me a moment.

Kasa: ...?

Gavin: I'm back, and this land has yielded three times the harvest.

Kasa: Wow, senior! You're so generous!

Gavin: As for the extra portion given to you, don't dig up your fields anymore. Hurry up and fix your plane.

golden fish ( Kasa's diary)

I must have been too tired from repairing fighter jets, or maybe I've been on this deserted island for too long... Otherwise, why would I have such a strange dream? And to make matters worse, I got caught talking in my sleep by Gavin. How embarrassing! I just want to throw myself into the sea.

"What is a golden fish?" Gavin finally asked.

I scratched my head and asked him, "Have you ever heard the story of the golden axe and the silver axe?" He thought for a moment and nodded.

I took a deep breath and said that I dreamt that you suddenly emerged from the sea, holding a small fish and asking me, "Did you drop a gold fish, a silver fish, or a wooden fish?"

After he finished speaking, I saw his face freeze.

I started gesturing with my hands, explaining that dreams are a reflection of the subconscious, rambling on about some superficial knowledge I had learned in school.

Perhaps because he looked a little disheveled, his usually cold face twitched into a helpless smile.

Finally, since I was already in such a sorry state, I couldn't help but tell him that I didn't want the gold fish, nor the silver fish, nor the wooden fish... I just wanted to get back the big fish that I had thrown ashore last time. That one was really delicious.

He glanced at me again, but the warmth was gone, replaced by a deep silence, before turning and leaving. …He's not saying anything again. Does this mean he agrees or disagrees?

The moon and the player (Gavin's diary)

There is only one moment when I can feel a brief moment of peace.

Night, sea breeze, moon, play button.

Although the tape was slightly worn due to moisture and had a slight noise in the sound, it didn't affect anything.

「And my spirit is crying for leaving...」

「Dear lady, can you hear the wind blow...

「Yes, there are two paths you can go by..

「But in the long run...」

「There's still time to change the road yo u're on...」

Listening to that song, even sitting on the ground, I felt like I was flying.

Or perhaps, at this moment, I truly became the wind. Freed from everything.

You can go anywhere, and you can take any shape you want.

There are no restrictions, no suspicions.

Nothing.

DAY 6

Gavin: There is progress. I know how to defeat the enemy in the fastest time.

Kasa: Thank you for your guidance, "Instructor Gavin". I feel like I've made a lot of progress! But when will I be able to beat you?

Gavin: tomorrow.

Kasa: What precise timing! I hadn't realized I'd improved so much!

Gavin: Those people will be here tomorrow.

Kasa: ...Pfft, you don't mean that if you spar with me tomorrow after you're injured, I can beat you by a huge margin, do you? I would never do something so despicable.

Gavin: That's not what I meant.

Kasa: What is that?

Gavin: Tomorrow I'll use a new tactic on them. Looks great on the side. If learned. You'll beat me tomorrow.

commander (Kasa's diary)

It's getting hotter and hotter, so I decided to go for a swim in the sea to cool off. But as soon as I dived into the water, a bubble covered my head. Hmm? Is Gavin nearby?

Actually, after spending these past few days with him... I've discovered that although he looks like a cool guy, he's not cold-hearted at all.

He saved me from the storm, would throw me fish to eat, and would give me a bubble when I was about to run out of oxygen.

Although these are all things that can be done easily, I can still feel that behind these actions lies a passionate heart.

Of course, I wasn't stupid enough to directly ask him why he was helping me. Otherwise, I would only get one answer—"I'm afraid you'll die here."

It's difficult to understand someone like him through questions and answers, because he keeps his thoughts hidden.

Suddenly, as I swam, I saw a magnificent school of fish swirling in the sea.

Meanwhile, Gavin in the center, like a commander, calmly moved his arms, causing the fish to sometimes gather into a silver vortex and sometimes scatter like stars.

I stared at it for a long time, and couldn't help but ask myself questions.

If that day hadn't happened, would he be an excellent commander by now?

But looking into those unrestrained and defiant eyes, I shook my head again.

No, Gavin would never have such a thought.

distant dream ( Gavin's diary)

Maybe it was because she said she dreamed about me that day. Last night, I think I dreamed about her too.

I don't remember the specifics, but I do remember that the weather was sunny and the wind was nice—everything was just right. Then her fighter jet suddenly shrank to a tiny size and landed on the rocks like a model.

She was very excited, still calling me "senior" repeatedly, and introducing me to every part of her fighter jet.

The first damage to her fighter jet was to the windshield, because a bird struck it that day. It was a close call, but she managed to escape the crisis.

She also mentioned that she had participated in a military parade, leading the way for her teammates. She felt proud and honored.

In my dream, I seemed to be listening very attentively, and at the same time, I felt that everything was familiar.

I'm awake now, back in reality. I've thought about it again and again, and finally I understand why this dream felt both strange and familiar.

Because all the experiences she described were my own stories. But I don't know why they all came together on this one night.

Was it because she was a junior at the same police academy as me, stirring up old memories? Or was it because I hadn't touched a fighter jet in two years?

I have no idea.

Suddenly a little irritable.

I shouldn't think about it anymore; I should go practice Evol. Maybe when I can defeat everyone, all the answers will become clear.

DAY 7

Kasa: Senior, I don't know if it's just my imagination... I feel like you're not as unapproachable as you used to be.

Gavin: ...

Kasa: Wait, don't go!

Gavin: ...

Kasa: Why aren't you saying anything? Senior, why don't you just admit it? After all, if you see each other often and talk occasionally, you'll naturally become more and more familiar with each other.

Gavin: knew.

Kasa: Gavin, do you know how many words you can say in a single sentence?

Gavin: I don't know, I haven't counted.

Kasa: But this is the sentence you said the most today, six words in total.

Gavin: Is this your boring observation?

Kasa: More words, that's amazing, senior!!

Gavin: ...I'm leaving, don't follow me. Unless you want me to give you another workout today.

Kasa: Nineteen characters, wow, two digits!

Gavin: Come here, let's practice more now. Before the moon sets, see how many words I can actually say.

Ecological Observation Sheet (Kasa's diary)

Hmm... it seems it will take some time before the machine is repaired.

However, these things can't be rushed, so let's take it slowly.

One day we will be able to return to the sky and rejoin our ranks.

I just haven't gotten the answer and the truth I'm looking for yet.

Should I stay here indefinitely?

If I leave and then come back, will he still be here?

Looking at the words I've written these past few days, I still feel I don't understand him enough; I haven't even had a close look at his tail.

And why did his body become so large after he transformed into a mermaid? Just how long was his fishtail?

Oh... I can use some reference points to roughly estimate the length of his fish tail.

Let's not delay, let's start trying it!

PROFILE

Name: Gavin 

Gender: male

Body length:

height 60 cm

long tail 194 cm

total 254 cm

shoulder width 53 cm

chest circumference 105 cm

waistline 77 cm

Hips 95 cm

Evol: wind!

food preferences,

The senior student seemed to pay particular attention to his protein and low-fat intake, mainly eating fish, seaweed, and quail eggs. Of course, there weren't many chickens or ducks on this island. However, most of the time, he was very casual, not too demanding about food, and didn't care much about the taste. He was good at finding food that wouldn't kill him and was convenient, and would simply prepare fish and eat it raw.

The only time I'd be particular would I take a bottle of chili sauce from who-knows-where, pour it into a bowl with the vegetables, Raw fish, mushrooms, and freshly caught octopus are mixed together.

Soon, the food in the bowl lost its original appearance, turning red and spicy...

Life habits.

Always looking for strength. Neither Evol nor physical function training has ever been relaxed.

No wonder it's so strong.

He had a distillation apparatus for purifying drinking water, but occasionally he'd change things up. For example, he'd shake coconuts down with a strong wind, leaving the area riddled with craters from the fallen coconuts.

He was frequently attacked by merfolk, and his body was always covered in wounds, large and small. Perhaps believing his healing abilities were ten times greater than ordinary people, he never bothered with them or bandaged them. But shouldn't the sensation of pain be the same for both merfolk and ordinary people?

He's really good at enduring things.

I'm so curious, what songs does he listen to on those cassette tapes every day? He likes them so much, they must be really good!

other:

He seems to have changed. Before, when I secretly observed him, he would always subtly avoid me. But now he seems to have gotten used to it? I feel like he's become much less defensive and aggressive.

I'm really curious, where did Gavin get all these supplies from?

Is this some kind of mermaid world? But the parts for these machines must be incredibly expensive...

I tried to secretly follow him to the mermaid world, but he discovered me and pushed me back to the beach with a wave.

...Senior is so heartless!

Whenever the weather is fine at night, he flies up and gets a little closer to the stars and the moon.

I'm so curious, what would it feel like to fly and look at the stars? It must be so liberating!

His blue fishtail was so beautiful; I really wanted to get closer and take a closer look. Finally, I found an opportunity and we passed each other naturally in the sea. It turned out his fishtail wasn't just sky blue; it also had a subtle pearly white sheen.

It’s simply the color of the sky!

a chaotic day (Gavin's diary)

She's acting a little strange today...

Why keep measuring parts of the tree's height? Is she planning something strange again?

While she put down her notebook and speared the fish.

I glanced over as I passed by, and it turned out... she was trying to measure my height and the length of my fish tail... What did she know she was trying to do?

Why are my food preferences listed on the form? Are they trying to study me now, besides just confirming something?

...Or maybe I should just get the notebook wet. Never mind.

When I returned to shore in the afternoon, I was accidentally stung by a starfish.

At first, I didn't feel anything, but suddenly my head started to spin. I wanted to cut my hand to stay conscious, but before I could even take out the dagger, everything went black and I passed out.

When I opened my eyes again, I saw her.

Why do I keep dreaming about her lately? But I don't seem to have any energy in my dreams, so I just stay lying down.

Until… she spoke.

"Senior, you're awake?"

No, the sound is too clear; it's definitely not a dream.

To be honest, my mind went blank for a long time at that moment. I don't remember how I got up from her or what I said. I just felt very hot and wanted to run back into the sea immediately.

...By the way, I don't think I was talking in my sleep just now, did I?