Youmu:

> Nod.
> "Please."

Myon:

> Look down at our chest for a few moments.
> Then look back up at Waka and shrug with a rueful smile.

> "This strangely colored ribbon is known as the Inverse Ribbon. Whoever wears it has their abilities amplified, but loses control over it. A double edged sword for more power in most cases, I guess. It seems to always be worn, and when someone tries to remove it, it'll end up worn by another person. I can't take it off myself, but if someone's close enough, it can sort of latch onto them faster than anyone can react. Even miss Shameimaru believes she wouldn't be able to blow it away mid transfer, though I wonder if she's just being humble."
> The man tugs at the ribbon a bit.
> "Additionally, there's something else intended... Something to bring out a different sort of ability from the wearer. Though, perhaps this is just a byproduct of having control over your ability stripped form you, and having to regain it despite the offensive force the ribbon provides... Maybe it's meant as something to train others."

> "Well, I guess I can try. Hm, how do I explain it... It feels like I'm using the power of water to expand my body. But... that probably won't work for you. I'm someone that gets much stronger in water, after all, so maybe that's why I can do this..."
>_

Youmu:

> "I cut it off of a cat that appeared to have had someone put it on her to cause the chaos that was people's spirits leaving their bodies. It came to you because we were hoping to learn what it did. Well, other people had the idea to go to you. Admittedly, it didn't occur to me."

Myon:

> Continue filling up in the background of other actions.
> Go wide-eyed in surprise at the display, then begin applauding in appreciation.

> "Well, I have figured out what it does, at least, if you'd like to know."

> You applaud the mermaid.
> "Thanks, It's a little skill I've learned, though I'm not sure how to teach others how to do it..."
>_

Youmu:

> "Well, I mean, it's good that it's not harming you, certainly. But I'll admit I kinda wanted it back..."

Myon:

> Once we reach a good stopping point, do so. It's okay if we're just floating in the water rather than standing on anything.
> Look at the mermaid, gesture to the lower half of our body, and begin taking water into ourselves as originally planned.

> "Hm? Was it a benefit for you as well? I suppose if you found it first, it'd be yours to hold onto. Though, why did it end up in my hands, then?"

> You've found a good underwater "ledge".
> "Thirsty?" The mermaid questions. "No, not quite... Is it something like this?"
> The mermaid seems to inhale, and she suddenly seems to grow a chunk. A bit in the front, but mostly in her tail.
>_

Youmu:

> Look slightly crestfallen.
> "Ah...I see."

Myon:

> Stop traveling downward, having a look into the depths.
> Look back to the mermaid and give her a bow of thanks.
> Then gesture for her to come with us, and float upward a bit to avoid going too far down (but remaining well below the surface).

> "What's the matter?" He picks up on the expression surprisingly quickly.
> The mermaid follows as gestured, seemingly a bit curious, but moreso seeming quite friendly.
>_

Youmu:

> "How's the ribbon treating you?"

Myon:

> Give her a smile and a wave as we continue in our original pursuit. If she desires to be social, that's totally fine, we can multi-task.

> "It's been more of a boon than a bane, surprisingly." Rinnosuke answers.

> "You're not a bad phantom?" The mermaid questions, following you down. "Ah, you shouldn't go that deep. There's some nasty fellows the deeper you get. Even if you're intangible, they might have attacks that can reach you."
>_