_We still need them, Bramish._ She shook her head. _They need to get rid of that nuisance sea hag Queen._
Bramish looked a bit petulant at her reply. _But can't I just eat one of them?_
_No. The sea hag won't go if we eat one. We can't stay here if she stays. I've just about had enough of her._
_Why don't you come and live in my cave? There's a merfolk city near there and they're good eating. Also their younglings are sweet and tender._
_And what about my treasures?_
_I'll share mine with you. I've got lots and lots of stuff. Why not come and look?_
_Tell you what. You look at my treasures first. Tell me if yours are better. Be honest now. If I come with you and find you've lied about yours, then I'll come back here without you and you'll need to find another mate._
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