The first tide took her through a reef of jagged teeth — black rock that hummed faintly with stored lightning. At low water the reef revealed stepping stones, each with a carved rune worn by a thousand feet. Delphiniue hopped across, counting the runes in the manner of children counting their breaths: one, two, three. On the third stone a gull cast its shadow and plunged through the sunlight like an arrow. Beyond the reef, the water opened into a crescent cove she had never seen on any map.
: They thrive in full sun (at least 6–8 hours a day), though they appreciate afternoon shade in very hot climates. delphiniue