All his life he had been warned of the beautiful girl in the lake. Long golden locks, and eyes that could inspire your very soul. But he went nonetheless. Having to see this inspirational beauty for himself. When he did, he spent months there. Every day after work, and when he could spare a moment.

And everyday she declared her love for him. Until one day he came baring a gift. One he had heard from rumor that may catch her interest. It was an old key passed down in his family, with his initials as the handle. "DP"

This was the night he would lock his heart away, send it to the bottom of the ocean. Never to fall in love again.

story/art/characters © Chance Marshall
"DP" © Daniel Phalen