Fotis found the mermaid adorable like a young child. Even thought he didnt show it with his stoic face or stiff stance it was his tail twitching that become softer, showing the reaction. ''A wood structure...did it float?'' Fotis asked caressing chin. He continued thinking aloud. ''hm.... I wonder if the old tales...''

 He looked at her snapping out of his thoughts. ''Your kin and you should hide in the waters deep inside the island, if they looked mean. '' He nodded and petted the top of her hair, in a comforting manner. '' From which direction are the strangers arriving?'' He asked still caressing the top of her head, planning to see if they would be willing to trade and leave, but if they were out for harm....they will wish they never came.