Big Salmon Lake in the corner with the scarlet letter

Fin paddled as swiftly as she could manage, which was a little quicker than average for her species. Her thin frame and strong legs made it easier for her to cut through the water like the blade of a knife. If she had wanted to, she could have easily left the clunky male far behind. As it was, she rather liked the little nips she felt upon the tip of her tail. It sent little tingles along her spine that made her giggle like a child. So, she slowed herself just enough so that she remained within his reach.

Just when she decided he had come close enough, the silver mockingbird spun around in the water to face him. With her front legs, she kicked hard to send wave upon wave splashing towards his face. "You're invading my bubble, buddy!" she laughed, her eyes sparkling mischieviously as the light sparkled in flecks off of the drops that flew through the air.

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