Secrets Beneath the Surface

In a world where the boundaries between the ocean and the realm of humans blur, Lysander Winslow, a merman with the extraordinary responsibility of nurturing a hundred Merling Eggs, finds himself tang led in unexpected chaos. After a night of drunken revelry with his formidable boss, Gideon Ashford, Lysander wakes to discover his life has taken a turn that feels straight out of a cheesy romance novel—one that thrusts him not only into a scandalous affair but into a complex web of emotions and obligations he never anticipated. As Lysander grapples with the burdens of potential parenthood and the looming threat of societal rejection, he faces an even greater challenge—his urgent need to keep his true identity a secret. As the president of the Entertainment Guild, Gideon is a man with an iron grip on the industry, and Lysander fears that unveiling his merman roots could spell disaster, jeopardizing both his chance of survival in this merciless world and his burgeoning relationship with his boss. Tensions rise as rumors swirl about their connection, and the precarious balance of their newfound intimacy hangs in the balance. Complications deepen when Lysander becomes aware of the shifting dynamics within the entertainment world—rivalries with old friends, the pressure to succeed, and the very real specter of blackmail from enigmatic figures in their lives. Each day presents new dilemmas as he weighs the responsibilities of fatherhood against the haunting urge for freedom. With every passing moment, the stakes escalate, and Lysander cannot shake the feeling that someone is watching, waiting to expose him. Amidst the chaos of parties, auditions, and hidden truths, Lysander’s journey of self-discovery unravels, exploring themes of love, longing, and the struggle for acceptance across worlds. Can he conceal his nature and forge his own destiny, or will the tide of fate sweep him into deeper uncertainties? Dive into a narrative where love and loyalty collide under the weight of secrets and desires, pulling the reader into an enchanting tale of risk, revelation, and the quest for belonging. ...