Martideo’s Mission (A D&D Fanfic)

The blue Water Genasi stared out over the pond, standing on a rock that poked out of the water. Bending down, Tide gazed below the surface; a small fish slowly danced around the green plants. He flicked the surface of the water, frightening the fish. As the tiny waves raced to the edges of the pond, an unnatural lump approached Tide. The shape grew taller out of the surface until a clearly-defined and massive creature of water slithered around Tide. The giant Water Weird stood several feet out of the water, staring at Tide. Within the Water Weird, Tide watched a blue shape rise to its mouth. Sticking his hand out, the Water Weird spit out the blue object into his hand. The sapphire heart emitted a faint pulsing glow, barely seen over the light of the setting sun. His fingers closed around the magical gem as he smiled at the creature. 

"Thanks for protecting it, Minnow." 

He roughly petted the top of her head. He stepped into the water and slipped onto Minnow's back. 

"You know the way," he chimed. 

The creature swirled around and dashed into deeper waters with Tide still on her back. She dived below the surface, carrying him to a small hole at the bottom of the pond. Beyond the entrance was a large cavern filled with chests, shelves, and tables. Treasures were littered everywhere. He let go of Minnow and swam to the largest table. He set the glowing heart on the table and pulled out his dagger. Hopefully this time it would work. The new spell had to. He drew the blade across his palm and pressed his blood against the stone. He muttered the memorized incantation under his breath as he squeezed his eyes closed. Stepping back, he opened his eyes and watched the blood swirl rapidly around the stone, lifting it from the table. The water around him began to slowly swirl in the room. A figure began to form around the gem, a shape Tide yearned to see for many years. Eventually the figure materialized into flesh and bones, the large man looked at his hands in awe, and gazed around the room. Their eyes locked with each other. "It’s me, Wake.” Tide steadied the other Genasi in the still shift water. “It’s me, your brother."