To understand the failures that haunt him, Ignat turns to his knowledgeable grandmother. Having learned that his family is cursed by a mermaid, he tries to prevent the inevitable and change his fate. Yasya goes on a short trip with her friend - she wants to recover from a failed relationship. And this trip turns her life upside down. Having tried on a dress from an old hideaway, Yasya cannot return home. And a sip of water from a rotten stump completely turns the girl into wood. The future is uncertain and foggy, but Yasya is trying with all her might to save herself. After all, not only her life is at stake, but also happiness, which seemed impossible. Author’s notes: The story was written for the “Love Spell” competition. The cover was created by Nastya Vesna (