Serene's POV We arrived back at The Black Soul, I felt defeated. I had let those creatures down by not being more prepared. How could I possibly be a good queen if I am already failing being that were meant to be under my protection? Connor and Lee were already back on the ship. Connor was going to make sure the coast was clear for me, ensuring my identity wouldn't be revealed. However, I believe it is a little late for that. Many of the crew have seen me countless times go too and from the ocean with no equipment, or clothing for that matter. “Grab on Serene I'll pull ya up.” The captain called down to me, with a rope dangling from his hands. I need to have a moment to think, I missed the ocean and its creatures. I had told myself earlier I was done hiding, and I meant it. I would n

