29.) Nymph
Story: Merry and the Nymph
Word Count: 184
Merry tapped Bywater Pool's water with his toes. It was a peaceful day, one he probably hadn't expected. In fact, it was too peaceful. Where was Estella? Oh, there she was! Boy, she was gorgeous this morning!
"Estella, my nymph!" Merry ran up to her, squeezing her tight.
"Can't breathe!" Estella heaved, as Merry released her.
"Oh, sorry." Merry apologized, sheepishly.
"What do you want?" Estella asked, curious.
"Estella, my lovely nymph," Merry said with a smirk.
"A nymph?" Estella asked, raising an eyebrow. "What makes you think I'm a nymph?"
"Oh, just this little fascination I have… are you a nymph?" Merry said, excitement growing inside his heart.
"Hold that thought," Estella approached the water. At once, her hair turned blue, her skin turned lilac, and her dress turned from grey to green. She looked at Merry in delight. "I'll be back!"
Merry shrieked, rushing up to the water as Estella dived into it. "You are a nymph. I knew it!" He said, enjoying this day! Oh, he couldn't wait to tell Pippin! For now, he was just glad his fascination came true.