Past Island: Regrets and Guilt (Past Series #1) [COMPLETED]

Sneak Peek for 'Past Island: Sins'

Nathalie Greene's empire was crumbling. Once a celebrated social media influencer, her envy had led her to ruin a rival, Lily, by spreading false rumors and manipulating photos. Lily's career and mental health had plummeted, leading to a suicide attempt that rocked the online community. Now, the tables had turned, and Nathalie found herself the target of public outrage.

Desperate to salvage what was left of her reputation, Nathalie paced her penthouse, eyes darting between her phone and the city below. She had read about a mysterious book, "Past Island: Regrets and Guilt" written by a reclusive scholar named Remy. The book promised a journey of redemption, but could she truly believe it? More importantly, could she use it to regain her lost fame?

Nathalie's mind was racing. She knew she had to do something drastic to regain her followers' trust and repair her shattered image. With a deep breath, she decided to go live on Facebook. The notification went out, and within moments, thousands of viewers joined the stream. Nathalie, looking more vulnerable than ever, took a deep breath and began to speak.

"Hi everyone," she started, her voice seemingly wavering. "I know many of you are angry and disappointed in me. I've made terrible mistakes, and I've hurt people, especially Lily. I can't undo what I've done, but I want to make things right."

The comments section exploded with hate and skepticism. "Shut up nalang sis" read one. "Ano to? iyak-iyakan school of acting?" said another. Nathalie swallowed hard but continued.

"I recently found a book written by a man named Remy. It's about a place called Past Island, a place where people go to confront their sins and seek redemption. I know it sounds crazy, but I'm willing to go there. I want to face what I've done and find a way to make amends."

The bashing intensified. "You're just doing this for attention," someone typed. "Girl, wala nang maniniwala sayo!" shouted another.

Nathalie forced a tear to roll down her cheek as she read the comments. "I understand why you're angry. I deserve it. But I promise you, this isn't just about saving my career. I need to do this for myself, for the people I've hurt. I will go to Past Island, and I will find a way to make things right."

The stream ended abruptly as Nathalie couldn't hold back her fake tears any longer. She closed her laptop, her heart not heavy with guilt, but with the weight of maintaining her facade.

The backlash was immediate and relentless. Social media erupted with derision and doubt. Headlines screamed about her latest desperate attempt for attention, while former fans and critics alike took to various platforms to voice their opinions.

Determined to prove them wrong for the sake of her career, Nathalie sat down with the book in her hands. She flipped through its pages, reading the tales of those who had gone to Past Island before her. Each story was a testament to the island's power to transform and redeem, a narrative she could spin for her benefit.

The night was long and sleepless as Nathalie plotted her next moves. Memories of her actions haunted her- not with guilt, but with the fear of losing her fame forever. Nathalie knew that to truly regain her followers, she had to sell this story perfectly. The promise of redemption was not just a way to win back her followers, but a chance to resurrect her brand.

The morning light brought a sense of resolution. Nathalie knew she had to make good on her promise. The journey to Past Island would not be easy, and it would certainly be painful, but it was the only way forward. She would document every step, not for sincerity, but to show her followers the drama they craved.

Nathalie packed her bags, each item a reminder of her old life and the person she needed the world to believe she no longer wanted to be. She took one last look at her penthouse, the symbol of her superficial success, and walked out the door with a sense of purpose driven by the pursuit of fame.

As she prepared for her journey, she posted one last message to her followers: "I'm leaving today for Past Island. This isn't a publicity stunt. This is my journey to redemption. Follow if you want, but know that I'm doing this for real. I need to change, and I hope you'll see that in time."

The comments were a mix of support and skepticism, but Nathalie didn't let it deter her. She had made a promise, and she would see it through. The path to Past Island lay ahead, and with it, the hope for a new beginning.

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Stay tuned for "Past Island: Sins" - the next chapter in the saga of confronting one's darkest deeds and seeking forgiveness. Nathalie's journey has just begun, and her quest for redemption will take her to the mysterious Past Island, where her fate will be forever changed.