Total drama world tour: Gwen's POV

Chapter 16: Battle cries

"Okay so the plan is to grab a few ripcords and boost each other up one by one," I said as we grabbed the proper equipment.

"Yes- because last time you used ripcords, it worked out perfectly," Duncan said in a sarcastic tone. I cringed at the thought of what happened last time, where Heather ripped off the back of my pants and the whole island practically saw my ass.

"I'm working with you though," I stated confidently.

"All I'm saying is that we use climbing hooks instead of ropes. It will speed up the time and we won't have as many risks." I rolled my eyes and continued to argue with Duncan about what we would be using until we saw Courtney and Trent already starting.

"Maybe you guys shouldn't be arguing so much and actually work together," Courtney said smugly.

"She's right, as much as I hate to admit it. We should just go with my plan since their using the hooks," I said.

"Whatever, lets hurry up and beat these lame asses." I smiled and began to secure the ropes. I turned to my left and noticed Noah was helping Cody put on his climbing gear. I smirked at Noah, and he returned it with a blush.

"All set," I asked as Duncan applied the finishing touches. He nodded his head and boosted me up. Whenever I reached a far enough distance from him, I pulled the rope and he was lifted into the air. We continued to go at a steady paste until we realized that Courtney and Trent where still farther ahead.

"Are you thinking what I'm thinking," Duncan asked as he picked up a few small pebbles.

"Obviously." We began to throw the rocks at their lines that kept their hooks in place. Since the lines where farther ahead of them, they couldn't understand why they kept wobbling. It set them back whenever Courtney fell and took Trent with her. We was now neck and neck with them, and I could since the tension.

"Lets pick up the speed," I said quickly. Duncan began to climb harder and was able to launch me to the top. As I was waiting on Duncan to finish, I heard Duncan yell. Whenever I looked over the edge, I saw that Duncan's rope had been cut. I also noticed that Trent was right behind him.

"Be careful Duncan, I will figure a way to hoist you up. Just stay calm," I ordered. I could see the fear in Duncan's eyes, and looked to my right to see Courtney was holding scissors.

"You did this," I shouted harshly.

"And you nearly made us fall off the cliff. Your point?" I became furious at her.

"You not only cut his rope, you made Trent accidentally hit Duncan as he was climbing up. Now they're both stuck!" She looked at me with worried eyes, and I began to frantically search for anything useful.

"I found something! It's another rope," Courtney hollered. A wave of relief fled over my body but was soon cut short when I realized only one person could climb up at a time. She soon got the message and began to run over to where Trent was.

"Oh no you don't," I said as I jerked it out of her hands. We fought over it until she shoved me roughly. I Slipped and was now holding onto the side of the hill.

"Courtney, help me up," I yelled.

"Sorry, but I heard Chris talk about a secrete reward for whoever finishes first. They get to choose who goes off of the island." I then saw her throw down the rope to help Trent up. I looked around to see Duncan, but he was nowhere in sight. My hand became weak and I let go. As I was falling, I felt someone grab me. It was Noah, Cody, and Duncan. They had turned a spare hook into a grappling gun. We flew through the air and landed safety before Courtney and Trent had reached the top.

"I should have listened to you," I said as I engulfed Duncan into a hug.

"Yeah- probably." I smiled and realized we had all won since we reached the top together.

Duncan, Noah, Cody, and Gwen have reached the top of the mountain. You guys will now decide on who leaves the island.

     I smiled and looked over at Courtney. She seemed outraged but soon a wave of fear fled over her.

"Can I choose," I asked. They nodded there heads, as if expecting me to choose Courtney. I walked over to the two, and they soon realized what was going to happen.

"I'm sorry Courtney, I will win the money for you," Trent said. I laughed and looked at her.

"Actually, Trent; I choose you....."