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Oxygen

Jackson x reader au

Warning: none

Genre: Angst, but happy ending

Summary: Jackson is in love with a mermaid and is quick to even put himself in danger in order to be with her again

A/N: This is some Barbie Mermaidia Jackson Ariel Momoa shit, obviously a big au but it’s nice

Word count: 1k (1096)

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Jackson was beyond confused. A few days ago everything seemed to be going great. (Y/n) and him were happily meeting at night near some rocks, enjoying each other’s company and expressing their love for each other.

(Y/n) is a mermaid, Jackson met her one night on the same rocks they always meet for their dates. He was crying and (y/n) supported him, offered him advice and helped him calm down.

Since their first meeting, it was a silent agreement to meet there, so they could be each other’s shoulder to cry on, when times were rough. Eventually they started sharing their news and using the different topics to express their opinions on, also coming to realize they mostly agreed on those matters. That was how they bonded and it didn’t take them long to realize they were both head over heels for each other.

They knew a relationship between a human and a mermaid would be near impossible, but they were very optimistic and willing to make it last.

But lately, (y/n) had been having trouble coming to the surface to meet Jackson, even for an hour. Jackson didn’t want to pressure her, knowing that she would eventually tell him her worries. Though, that wasn’t exactly how it went.

Jackson was waiting for her on the rocks every night, but (y/n) was, then, nowhere to be seen.

One night, she came up, immediately tearing up at the sight of her boyfriend patiently waiting for her.

Jackson’s face was glowing from happiness and a look of relief was spread on his face, his worried expression disappearing.

“Jackson, honey, I have to tell you something…” (y/n) trailed off,but Jackson failed to understand her tone.

“This can’t work anymore. We have to break up.” She let out, holding back her sobs and avoiding his gaze.

Jackson’s smile faded to a kicked puppy’s expression, (y/n) couldn’t bear seeing the pain that was written on his face, the feeling being mutual.

“But, why? We’ve been together for so long, we are so close, what do you mean?” Jackson panicked and tried to hold (y/n)’s hand, but she stayed away from him.

“I’m sorry, Jackson, I love you.” She whispered and turned her back to the heartbroken man. “I love you.” She repeated and dove into the water, avoiding seeing his expression.

Jackson cried hard that night. But (y/n) wasn’t there to comfort him anymore.

He still waited for her every night there, crying all alone.

One night, a strange man saw him crying and slowly approached him.

“Did you fall for a mermaid, too?” He asked and Jackson quickly raised his head to look at the unknown man.

“It’s okay, you aren’t the only one. I remember around your age, I did too. It didn’t end well for me though. But that doesn’t mean it won’t end nicely for you.” The man quickly said, not wanting to worry the young boy further.

“She left me without a reason,” Jackson whined, wiping some tears from his eyes.

“I’m sure there is a reason. If her family found out, then, it’s probably over, if she’s worried about them finding out, then you still have time. You have to find her to talk. To at least get an explanation from her.” The man said and Jackson looked at him confused.

“How can I find her?” He asked the man and he got closer to him.

“There’s this seaweed, if you eat it, you can breathe underwater for a whole day. You even have a tail. But! It’s a day exactly. Not more, not less.” The man said and Jackson’s eyes widened.

“How do I find this?” He asked again and the man smirked.

Jackson may have paid way more money than he ever imagined, but he had a chance to find (y/n) now. But he wasn’t informed on the dangers of the ocean.

Jackson didn’t waste a second, not even giving it a second thought, before eating the seaweed and jumping into the water.

He kept swimming and searching for (y/n). Hours kept passing, but there was no sight of her. It was like she disappeared.

Jackson never lost hope until, he realized he had less than an hour left. He continued searching but was now already discouraged.

He finally stopped when he realized he only had ten minutes left. He was ready to swim back to be close to the surface, but he realized something has wrapped around his tail and pulled him lower, deeper into the sea.

Jackson gasped, as the green roots of a big plant kept pulling him deeper.

Next thing he knew, the roots were surrounding him and his time was almost over.

Suddenly, a melodic voice was heard from above him.

“Jackson? Is that you?” It was (y/n). Her eyes widened at the scene in front of her.

She placed her palm over the locket on her neck and a blinding burning light shone from it, making the big plant shrink, freeing the gasping Jackson.

(Y/n) quickly grabbed him and pulled him to the surface, Jackson gasping for air. She placed him on a rock that was there, getting ready to move him towards the shore.

A booming voice was heard behind her. It was the ruler of the sea, the king of all mermen and mermaids.

“I happened to witness something unacceptable. Not only did a human with the use of a seaweed intrude the ocean, but a mermaid helped him, instead of letting him get punished.” He said and (y/n)’s eyes widened.

“You also damaged this plant, which is part of our protection system. You will have to face punishment for your behavior.” He said and (y/n) gulped.

Suddenly the man raised his scepter towards her and her eyes widened.

“You will never be forgiven and your punishment is to lose your tail. You are no longer welcome in the ocean, you are no longer a mermaid. You shall become a worthless being, a human.” He ordered and a flashing light hit her, immediately turning her tail to human legs.

The man left satisfied, swimming deep into the ocean and (y/n) turned to look at Jackson.

“Do you know what that means?” Jackson asked her being really excited and she nodded.

They could finally spend their life together. They are free to love each other without worrying about anything else.

“I love you so much. Don’t ever leave me.” Jackson said and pulled her closer to him.

“I won’t and I love you too.” She said and they shared their first kiss as, now both, humans.