The Captain's Secret (A love forbidden)

Chapter 28(The Island of Secrets)

As the tension between Max and Eleazar hung in the air, the ship finally approached the mysterious island. The crew bustled with excitement, eager to explore the long-abandoned ruins.

As they dropped anchor and launched the dinghies, Max and Eleazar exchanged a glance. The confession still lingered, unaddressed but unignored.

The island's sandy beach stretched out before them, lined with ancient palm trees and crumbling structures. The air was thick with the scent of blooming flowers and saltwater.

"Let's get moving," Lyra called out, her eyes shining with excitement. "We've got a lot of ground to cover."

As they ventured deeper into the island, the ruins grew more impressive. Crumbling temples and overgrown gardens revealed secrets of a long-lost civilization.

Max and Eleazar walked side by side, their footsteps quiet on the sandy path. The tension between them still lingered, but they both knew that now wasn't the time to address it.

Suddenly, a strange noise echoed through the ruins. A low rumble, like thunder in the distance.

"What was that?" Lyra asked, her voice tinged with concern.

Eleazar's eyes narrowed. "I don't know, but I don't like it. Let's keep moving."

As they pressed on, the rumble grew louder, the ground trembling beneath their feet.

"Look out!" Max shouted, as a massive stone statue came crashing down, barely missing them.

The crew scrambled to safety, their hearts racing. "What's going on?" Lyra demanded.

Eleazar's face was grim. "I think we've triggered a trap. We need to get out of here, now."

As they turned to flee, the rumble grew louder still, the ground splitting open in a massive chasm.

"Jump!" Eleazar shouted, grabbing Max's arm and leaping into the unknown.

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My babies
Whew, a close one there.
Moving on.