Into The Water Novels & Stories

Suddenly, he took off into the water. As the depth reached his knees, he was knocked down not once but twice, before hurtling the oncoming waves like a track and field star, laughter bubbling continually from his lips. When the water was deep enough, he dived headlong into an approaching wave. Completely submerged, he could almost feel the salt scrubbing at his skin. He knew enough not to open his eyes under the water, lest they burn. James planted his feet on the sandy bottom and drove straight up and out into the sunny air. He was exhilarated. No way is she going to miss this, he said to himself.

"To pass this trial, you must prove your mastery over the element of water, Amelia. Submerge yourself in its depths and let the current guide you." Amelia took a deep breath, preparing herself for what lay ahead. With a determined nod, she stepped forward and waded into the pool. The water was surprisingly warm and soothing, caressing her skin as if it recognized her presence. As Amelia moved farther into the pool, the water began to swirl and rise, forming a towering wave that threatened to engulf her. The wave loomed over her, its power and intensity growing with each passing second. She was faced with a choice—flee or confront the challenge head-on.

“You look extremely beautiful, River.” Aiden took River's hand and guided her to the riverbank. He had a playful grin on his face as he leaped into the water, disappearing beneath the surface before resurfacing a moment later. Turning back to River, he extended his arms toward her, inviting her to join him. Reluctantly, River dipped her toes into the water, feeling a shiver run down her spine from the cold. Taking a deep breath she summoned the courage, as she jumped into the water, joining Aiden.

Pride comes before the fall. I take a deep breath and push harder. My arms are shaking, but I'm going to keep going. I'm going to make it. I'm going to be on the swim team. "Five seconds." I push off the wall with my feet and propel myself through the water. I'm so close. Nearly there. Suddenly, Heather bumps into me, hard. Pain ricochets through my head, and I gasp, sucking in a mouthful of water. I'm disoriented, going off course.

She drove both hands back into the water. The pool erupted.

“Ella, would you be willing to take part in the clinical trial to treat both your eyes? It’ll take quite a while, though.” My fingers trembled over the screen, and the robotic voice said, “I accept.”

he called, his voice a challenge and an invitation. She hesitated for a moment, the sensible part of her warring with the burgeoning desire. Then, with a surge of recklessness, she kicked off her sandals and followed him into the icy embrace of the water. The shock of the cold was exhilarating, chasing away the last vestiges of her inhibitions. They swam, splashed, and laughed, the water a cool, cleansing balm.

I look up at my mom as she shifts into Kodiak, who comes bounding down to me when I let go and fall backwards, flipping as I dive into the rushing water below. The cold water hits me like daggers stealing my breath as I choke and fight the current to breach the surface. I’m pulled down and rolled, bouncing off debris in the water. I claw my way to the surface and breach the water, coughing, and gasping, fighting to keep above the water. My mom and pops run alongside the bank. The roar of the water gets louder as I turn, taking a mouthful of water when my eyes widen and I realise where I am heading. The waterfall!

Lyra exhaled, letting the sound of rushing water drown out the noise in her head. She stripped down to her underwear and slipped into the water. The cold hit her instantly, shocking her lungs, but it felt good. She dove beneath the surface, letting the water swallow her whole. It made it easier to get used to the cold this way. A quick full-body dunk. For a few precious seconds, there was nothing but silence. No rogues, no witch, no mate ultimatum, and no impossible love. Just water. She returned to the surface with a gasp, pushing her hair back, letting the chill settle into her bones.

I kick the water which sets them off again. I'll never live this down.