Despoina Theodoridou- "The story of Black Bay"

Despoina Theodoridou-Children's Rainbow

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"The story of Black Bay"

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Young Robin fell asleep right away and dreamed of the two mermaids, singing sweet melodies to him. And just when he felt like he was enchanted by their charming voices, a murmur that grew louder and louder ruined his pleasure:

     “Wake up sir, it is late already. Please wake up sir, it’s nearing noon!”

     He opened his eyes and saw a big crab holding a tray. “I am Jason, the butler. Your breakfast is ready sir. I have prepared you a warm bath with scented essential oils. Madam Bertha will be here soon.” he said and left.

     “I’m probably still dreaming!” Robin thought, amazed, and sat up on the big fluffy pillows.

     Very soon, Big Bertha appeared.

     “Good morning!” she greeted him cheerfully. “How is my little traveler? Are you still a little dazed since yesterday?”

     “Err… Yeah…” Robin mumbled shyly.

     “Don’t worry. You will feel better in no time!” she assured him. “Well?”

     “You live in a very beautiful house!” admired Robin. “You have many servants?” the little shark asked naively.

     “Servants? Ha! I take it you are talking about Jason. I saved him once from a bunch of fishermen, you know. Poor guy! He nearly lost his claws! He has been working for me ever since. As for all these luxuries in my home, it’s because of my job. I work in the field of submarine explorations.”

     “What does that mean? You dig in the ocean?” Robin asked surprised.

     “Ha!ha! You are funny, little one!” said the whale with her deep voice. “Of course we don’t have shovels and pickaxes, but we are a big team: jellyfish, turtles, dolphins, crabs, octopuses, lobsters.

     We search for valuable things in sunken ships. There’s always something to find, whether it be a China serving set, or pearls, carved chests, golden jewelry, silk dresses, and anything else you can imagine. Once we find them, we give them to “Big Nose Mick”. He is a swordfish antique dealer, and, Poseidon’s name be blessed, he always gives us a generous reward! Come with me then, I will give you a nice tour!” She nudged him.

     And so they went together to see the large Submarine exploration station from up close!

     “Welcome, Titanic! Good morning boss!” said the two octopuses that stood guard, some distance from a huge sunken ship. “Gus is working on the locks and we should be able to get in any minute now.” They informed her.

     The big whale explained to Robin:

     “Gus is the swordfish you see over there and he is a locksmith. Come, let me introduce you.”

    And, indeed, she introduced him to the team.................................

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