A Descendant of Water

chapter 9 - Island

Alex and Caleb arrived at the island. It was amazing. Alex took a heavy breath as their boat travelled through perfectly aligned rocks to the shore. Caleb carefully guided the boat. Alex felt the cool and clean air. He could tell that the island is untouched by the mainlanders therefore it has its natural beauty preserved. Coconut groves loomed in the shore,providing an entrance to the thick jungle where all they could see is trees. Birds flew in the sky chirping and having their own little fun. Alex and Caleb removed their shoes and got off the boat and dragged it onto the shore. Alex could feel the soft sand beneath his feet and it soothed his feet.
Alex was curious about many things and wanted to ask Caleb many things. But he knew Caleb cannot be trusted so he swallowed his curiosity and stayed silent.
"Here we are Alex. This is where we find treasure" laughed caleb.
" Tell me what you know Alex then it would be easy to find it"
"I do not know anything Caleb. I followed you here."
"We both know it is a lie Alex.. you got a piece of information regarding the location. Tell me."
"It only said about the island and a river. Thats all i got to know."
"Very well. I hope you are telling the truth ,you need to think of your little princes back at home."
"She is not my princess. You won't accomplish anything by harming her"
"I know what i am doing Alex. I know a river in this island ,maybe it could lead us there."
They both scout through the woods in search of the river. Alex couldn't believe what he was seeing, the scenery is amazing, unlike other islands and forests he has been this was different. Even though it was early morning the forest wasn't damp at all. It was perfectly dried and the colour of leaves were light green with lovely flowers he haven't even seeing in the main land. Everything looked very refreshing. One thing for sure not many humans have stepped into this island. The two scout for a while and ended up near a lake. The lake was surrounded by four mountains. It was almost like the four mountains located representing North, East, South and West. The water was crystal clear and they could see the bottom of the lake. Caleb looked around and spot something interesting.

"Look there. Can u see a cave on the other side of the lake?"

Alex looked at the direction he is pointing. There was a small cave like thing on the bottom of the mountain situated right in front of them.

"Yes I see it alright"

"We should go and check it out. This is no river but sometimes the clues would not mean the exact thing we understood. It's our only chance" They both made their way to it. It was a whole round to walk. Alex felt tired with all the walking. Alex had no choice but to obey him.

Meanwhile at home.

"Alex are you home? Where are you" Lin called out.

She walked into his room and found it deserted. His phone was gone. back pack was gone and the cupboard door were wide opened.

"What has happened?" Lin wondered. Just then she heard foot steps. She was startled. Who could that be. She was still weak from what happened to her and she had no where to run.

"who's There?"

Then shockingly a figure came to her sight. It was Rachel. She looked normal and was wearing armors just like Caleb. But she was pointing a gun at Lin. Lin's jaw dropped. Rachel had a stern face, with no emotions. almost like a ghost. She walked back and stopped near the bed.

"Haven't you done enough for me Rachel?" Lin asked sternly.

"I have my orders Lin. I'm sorry"

"You don't have to be this way Rachel. You are good I know it. You can't be like this. Fight back. Atleast do you know where Alex is?"

Rachel looked down. She explained his whole journey.

"I'm sorry Lin it had to be this way"

"You and I were best friends Rachel, how could you betray me like this?" Rachel broke into tears. She put the gun down.

"Rachel please you are a good person. I know you still are. Please help me .How do I find him?" Lin begged.

Rachel looked into her eyes. Lin saw how much hurt she is. She knew Rachel well and she knew Rachel was a puppet of Caleb. Rachel explained Lin the whole story. Lin had a plan in her mind.

"Whatever you do Lin please do not let Caleb know that I am supporting you". Rachel requested.

Lin stared at Rachel and nodded her head.

At the island Alex and Caleb made it to the other corner. On the way they had some mangos and apples from the trees as snacks.

The mountain was quite tall however the cave was on the ground. Of course they had no trouble of climbing mountains. However there were stones at the entrance of the cave. Caleb went in first. Some stones were sharp, if your leg gets stuck in between it will surely cut through. Caleb made it through into the cave. Alex then followed the path Caleb took. The boys carefully looked around the cave. It was very cool inside, it wasn't dark like a normal caves.