Chapter 14: Shelter
Jude continued,
"I just used you. Just like my ex wife used me. When I realized that you are a virgin and an easy target. I just had to extend my hands. You came right into my trap. Besides, do you truly believe someone will love you just because they heard your story?
Oh god your such a fool. I now see why your boyfriend targeted you."
As Sophie's tears streamed down her cheeks, mingling with the tumultuous emotions swirling within her, she felt as though her world was crumbling around her. In that moment of despair, she grappled with the bitter realization that she had once again placed her trust in the wrong person, only to be betrayed and abandoned.
The weight of her sorrow bore down upon her, crushing her spirit and leaving her feeling utterly lost and alone. In the midst of her anguish, she couldn't help but question the existence of pure love, doubting whether such a thing could ever truly exist in a world plagued by deception and betrayal.
For Sophie, the harsh reality of life had stripped away her innocence and left her jaded and disillusioned. She saw the world through a lens tainted by bitterness and mistrust, unable to fathom how anyone could be capable of genuine love and compassion in a world filled with deceit and cruelty.
As she cried out in anguish, her heart ached with the pain of shattered dreams and broken promises. Yet amidst the darkness that threatened to consume her, a glimmer of hope still flickered within her soul, a faint ember of resilience that refused to be extinguished, even in the face of overwhelming despair.
Though Sophie felt as though she had lost herself in the wake of betrayal, she knew that she still possessed the strength to rise from the ashes of her shattered dreams and rebuild her life anew. And as she allowed herself to mourn the loss of innocence and trust, she also vowed to never again allow herself to be deceived by false promises or empty words.
For in the depths of her despair, she found a newfound resolve to guard her heart against further pain and to seek out the elusive truth of pure love, no matter how elusive it may seem in a world tainted by deceit.
Jude came near her and said,
"I was kidding."
Sophie stopped crying and looked at him. He was smiling at her. She slapped him in the face. He took a hard hit. He said,
"Well I deserved that."
He looked at her and continued smiling. She pulled him towards her and hugged him. She cried again and said,
"I'm sorry for slapping you. I'm sorry for not believing in you."
He said,
"Don't apologize to me, my Jock went too far. I can see that it was my fault. I'm sorry."
Sophie looked at his face and said,
"Your act was too realistic. Besides, you went too far on the boyfriend thing."
Jude laughed like a fool and said,
"I'm sorry. I'm sorry. I just wanted to make the situation a little tense."
She punched him on the chest lightly. She smiled at him. He wiped her face from tears. Then they started walking. They heard a sound and found a small river. They cleaned their faces and arm's in the river.
Jude realized that will be their source of water.
Jude couldn't help but notice the abundance of life teeming within the river. Schools of fish darted through the crystal-clear waters, while other creatures scurried along the riverbanks in search of sustenance. It dawned on him that the river wasn't just a vital source of water, but also a bountiful reservoir of food, a potential lifeline in their struggle for survival.
With newfound determination, Jude made a mental note to explore the possibilities of fishing in the river, recognizing it as a valuable opportunity to supplement their meager provisions with fresh sustenance. As they decided return to the shelter with the logs and vines they had gathered, Jude couldn't shake the feeling of hope that swelled within him.
Though their resources were limited, Jude knew that they had the resilience and ingenuity to make the most of what they had. With the river as a potential source of food and the shelter as their refuge, they were one step closer to securing their survival on the unforgiving island.
Jude allowed himself to feel a glimmer of optimism amidst the uncertainty that surrounded them. With Sophie by his side and a plan forming in his mind, he knew that they were ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead, united in their determination to overcome the odds and emerge victorious in their quest for survival.
On the way Sophie reminded him,
"Jude don't forget about what i said, never mention to anyone what happened between us."
Jude looked at her seriously and said,
"Don't worry I'm not going to let it out. Besides, I'm not going to get a chance to get to any other girls if I tell them that."
He looked at her and winked. She said with a smile,
"If I knew you touched another girl, I'd kill you myself."
She showed him that she'll cut his neck. He laughed for a second and then said,
"Yes Ma'am. You are the boss."
They both laughed and walked towards the banana forest. The more time they spend together the more they become closer. At the same time the other two teams were already returned after bringing the things from the ship.
As Jude and Sophie approached the shelter, they were greeted by the sight of Susan and the others standing beneath the expansive branches of a towering tree. Its sturdy trunk rose majestically from the earth, its branches stretching outwards to provide shelter and protection to those gathered beneath.
With a sense of relief, Jude and Sophie realized that they had found a promising refuge, a spacious cave nestled beneath the tree's roots, offering ample space for them all to rest and recuperate. The tree itself served as a natural fortress, its height and strength providing a vantage point from which they could defend themselves against any potential threats.
As Susan and the others set about preparing the shelter, Jude and Sophie lent a hand, gathering fallen leaves and arranging them on the cave floor to create like a makeshift carpet. With each leaf carefully placed, their shelter began to take shape, transforming from a simple cave into a cozy haven where they could seek respite from the harsh realities of their surroundings.