The Adventures Of Charlotte P2 ( Into The Wild)

I ran out onto the deck, scanning all directions for somewhere to escape. However, water surrounded us, and rain flickered onto my shoulders like tiny runners fleeing for the hills. Suddenly, the boat lurched, almost capsizing, and for a moment I stood transfixed, a child caught in a situation they weren't prepared for. Then I was hurled into the air, wooden floorboards swaying away from me. Plunging into the water, the sounds of calling were muffled, and darkness surrounded me on all sides.

Water. I chortled out a mix of water and saliva as I slowly rolled over on a sandy beach. Blinking away the sleep from my eyes, I found myself surrounded by lush greenery and the sweet scent of tropical flowers. It didn't take long for me to realize that I had washed ashore on a remote paradise, far away from civilization.

Sitting up despite my remaining sleepiness, I suddenly realised that my mother was no where to be seen. The silhouette beside me that I had thought was her was actually the captain's son. What was he doing here? My mind raced with questions.

Call for help! The thought was crystal clear, the flight response in full effect, but the rational side of my brain dissuaded it, calling wasn't going to work anyways. The calming breath I took to steady myself did nothing of the sort, as I slowly tapped the unconscious sailor on the shoulder, hoping he could give me the answers to my questions.