His smile slowly crumbled away, knowing he couldn't fake it so there was no point in lying
"I know that mother, but it's the prophecy, if i don't do it....who will?"
He has a spear so he can reach through the bars of his cage and stab him. He got closer. The beacon was facing away from him, sitting with his tail tucked under him. His scales shone a brilliant gold, giving off a warm glow. He was unlike any Mer Siren had ever seen before, painting or otherwise. Small fish swam around him, attracted by the glow.