
The Island's Divide
By Curtis

15 Aug, 2023

The island, once a paradise, had become a battleground. Two groups of boys, divided by difference of opinions, turned adversaries as scarce resources fueled their rivalry.

Mark, emerging from the forest after a hunting trip, was greeted with the sight of his tribe clashing with Edward's group.

Edward, standing his ground, was arguing passionately for a signal fire to alert passing ships. Yet, the savages mocked his plea, deeming it futile.

Corby, a boy from Mark's tribe, was terrorizing the twins, Sawyer and Earl, throwing stones at them, attempting to scare them away.

Mark, seizing the moment, ordered his tribe to capture the twins, shouting at Edward to retreat. This stirred a violent reaction from Edward.

Fatty, an overweight boy seen as a mediator, stepped in, holding a conch and attempting to restore peace through a speech.

He reminded the boys of their condition, how they should unite instead of clashing. Yet, amidst Fatty's appeals for unity, disaster struck.

Corby, in a moment of recklessness, released a huge boulder in Fatty's direction that sent him off the cliff to his death.

A large wave quickly carried away Fatty's body, leaving the boys in stunned silence, the consequences of their feuds now glaringly evident.

The shocking event left the boys in emotional turmoil, each one silently contemplating the monstrous turn of events.

As night fell, Edward's tribe decided to keep night watch in shifts, wary of any possible threats from Mark's tribe.

Mark, unaffected by Fatty's death, was plotting. He saw this as an opportunity for his tribe to take full control over the island.

Edward, however, confronted his fear. He took the responsibility to ensure the safety of his tribe, remembering Fatty's words of unity.

Each day, the animosity grew. Essentials like food and water became the reasons for their frequent clashes.

Corby, enjoying the power dynamics, continued to instigate conflicts. Fatty's death only served to boost his reckless behavior.

Meanwhile, the twins, Sawyer and Earl, decided to build a raft, hoping to escape the island and the chaos.

They worked tirelessly, secretly hoping that their efforts wouldn't be discovered by either of the tribes.

Mark, suspecting a conspiracy, kept a close watch on Edward's group, waiting for a chance to strike.

Edward, aware of Mark's intentions, was cautious. He knew that any mistake on his part could cost his tribe dearly.

The feud escalated to a point where the two tribes were ready for a final showdown. The tension between them was palpable.

As the final conflict approached, a cruel twist of fate forced them all to reconsider their choices.

A huge storm hit the island, lashing out in violent waves and heavy rain. Nature was imposing its wrath on the divided islanders.

The storm gave the tribes a shared enemy. For survival, they had to put aside their differences and unite.

Sawyer and Earl managed to finish their raft just in time. With all boys aboard, they set sail, leaving the ravaged island behind.

The boys, once stranded and divided, were now united and hopeful. The havoc, before leaving, taught them the real cost of their survival.