Sapphic Fantasy Novel. "Sora, wait! Can I speak with you?" I turned to find Jester, a friend who often shared adventures when we were a kid, fidgeting seemingly awkward upon barnacled rocks. Bemused, I nodded. "I must confess..." he began, yet faltered under my curious gaze. I think I know where this is heading. My eyes darted to the rocks nervously. I heard a jester taking a deep breath before speaking again. "Ever since we met, your radiance has spellbound me like no other. Sora, I have liked you for many years. I must know—will you return my affection?" I blinked, taken aback by the foreseen confession. I paused for a minute before replying. "Jester, you know I cherish our friendship dearly-" Before I could say more, a splash sounded nearby making my blood run cold. "But, my heart belongs elsewhere." I hastily said before following the retreating figure. "Thalassa, please let me exp—"