PEARL OF THE ORIENT

WEAK

"THE PEARL OF THE ORIENT" - Chapter 1

I have never imagined the end of the world was going to be like this. We are just humans and nothing else. We have nothing but life, death and in between. The reason? None other than the "war". War for peace and justice. But the truth is, what they are fighting for is for their own. No peace and not a piece of justice is served.

It all began four years ago. Just a normal day for everyone in our country, Philippines. Philippines is divided by three big islands: Luzon, Visayas & Mindanao. Filipinos are all living in a peace and quiet life.

Until one day, a sudden invasion from the island of Mindanao sprouted. Explosions, gunshots, killing innocent people. Government is trying to do their best to aid the war. But it was too late. The terrorists whom known for kidnappings and killings from the past, the Maute Group, are now had an alliance with the most powerful militant group of all, the ISIS.

The government has always been successful for not letting them pass the boundaries of Visayas. But this time, it's a failure. It's too late for the island of Visayas. It is now in death bed next to Mindanao. What they are aiming is the largest island of the country, Luzon.

In Philippine history, several countries tried to get this country. They are aiming for the 'fruit' but no one could ever know what is this all about. It is said that it was placed in the capital city, Manila. It is believed that it has the power to stop the war and bring peace to the whole world. It is the 'light' and the answer that everyone wanted to have. The hope for humanity.

But no one knows what it is, even the President of this country is clueless. It was destined to reach one good pair of hands and an open heart to possess the respective owner. Until then, we have to fight. Yes, we. Children, teens, women, men and even the seniors. We don't have any choice and time left. We must be one in order to obtain the fruit.

We were at peace during our school day when a sudden news flashed in every television screen.
"News flash: Resorts World Manila attacked. Luzon island in state of emergency."
Fear of the next attack, our school decided to train us in every way they can. Physical activities, making weapons and advanced technology. We were like this for a month or two. Some are progressing, some are helpless.

We're expecting for the enemy to come any time but we still feared their existence. One rainy day, we were ready to head home until we heard a sudden announcement.
"NO STUDENTS ARE ALLOWED TO LEAVE THE SCHOOL PREMISES. WE ARE NOW SURROUNDED BY ARMED BANDITS."
Shocked and unprepared, we lost hope. What if we can't see our family again? What will happen to us? Is this our end?

The day we have feared to come is here. We must be ready.