Stuck in an Island with Twelve Beautiful Women
Chapter 618 - 620

Stella and Natalie had decided to gather some fresh seaweed and shells for their meals and crafts. They enjoyed the tranquility of the early morning shores, the gentle lapping of waves, and the cries of distant seabirds. As they approached the water's edge, their conversation was light and carefree, until Stella's sharp intake of breath broke the rhythm.

"Natalie, look!" Stella pointed out to the horizon where a dark silhouette was slowly taking shape against the morning mist.

Natalie followed her gaze and felt a chill run down her spine. "Is that…?" she whispered, her voice barely audible over the sound of the waves.

"Yes," Stella confirmed, her voice trembling. "It's the ghost ship."

They watched in silent horror as the ship drew nearer. The skeletal figures on board were clearer now, their empty eye sockets staring aimlessly as they prepared to dock. Panic set in quickly; their instincts screamed at them to flee. Without another word, Stella and Natalie turned and sprinted back to the shelter, their hearts pounding in their chests.

When they burst into the clearing where the shelter stood, their frantic appearance immediately caught the attention of the others.

"What's going on?" Sophie asked, rushing to their side.

"The ship," Natalie panted, trying to catch her breath. "The ghost ship is back."

A murmur of fear and confusion spread through the group. Jude, who had been quietly mulling over his own sighting, felt a sense of dread. He realized that whatever threat the ghost ship posed, it was becoming a much bigger problem than he had anticipated.

That night, the group gathered around a campfire. The flickering flames cast long shadows on their faces, emphasizing the worry etched into their features. Jude knew he couldn't keep his encounter a secret any longer. As the unofficial leader, he needed to address the growing fear among them.

"Everyone, I need to tell you something," Jude began, his voice steady but serious. "I saw the ghost ship too, just a few days ago. It wasn't a dream or a trick of the light. It's real, and it's dangerous."

Gasps and whispers followed his revelation. Jude raised a hand to quiet them. "I didn't want to alarm you all until I knew more, but it seems like we're running out of time. We need to figure out what this ship is and why it's here."

"We can't go to the beach anymore," Natalie said, her voice shaking. "It's too dangerous."

Jude nodded. "For now, we'll avoid the beach. But we can't live in fear. We need to find a way to protect ourselves and get to the bottom of this."

The group spent the next few days on high alert. They avoided the shore and focused on fortifying their shelter. They gathered food from the forest and worked together to ensure everyone's safety. Despite their efforts, a sense of unease lingered, like a storm cloud on the horizon.

One night, as they sat around the fire, Nefertari spoke up. "I've been thinking," she said. "The ghost ship… it must have some connection to this island's past. There must be a reason it's appearing now."

"You're right," Jude agreed. "But how do we find out what that reason is?"

"We need to explore the island more," Nefertari suggested. "There might be clues in the places we haven't been yet."

Jude considered her words. The island was vast, and there were many areas they hadn't ventured into. If the ghost ship was tied to the island's history, they needed to uncover that history.

The next morning, Jude organized a scouting party. He chose Nefertari, Lucy, and Serena to accompany him. They packed supplies and set out early, determined to uncover the island's secrets.

Their journey took them deep into the heart of the island, through dense forests and over rocky terrain. They found remnants of ancient structures, overgrown with vines and moss. It was clear that a civilization had once thrived here, but the passage of time had reduced it to ruins.

As they explored, Jude couldn't shake the feeling that he was somehow connected to the island's past. The dreams he had been having, the witch and her son… it all felt too real to be a mere coincidence. He kept these thoughts to himself for now, focusing on the task at hand.

After hours of trekking, they stumbled upon a hidden cave. The entrance was concealed by thick vegetation, but they managed to clear a path. Inside, they found walls covered in ancient carvings and symbols. It was a treasure trove of information, but deciphering it would take time.

"We need to document this," Jude said, pulling out a notebook. "This could be the key to understanding the ghost ship."

Nefertari, Lucy, and Serena helped him transcribe the carvings. They worked late into the night, their torches casting eerie shadows on the walls. The symbols told a story of a powerful witch who had been betrayed by her son, leading to a curse that plagued the island.

As they pieced together the story, Jude's dreams began to make sense. He realized that he was somehow connected to the witch and her son. The dreams were a warning, a glimpse into the island's dark history.

"We need to return to the shelter and share this with the others," Jude said. "This information is too important to keep to ourselves."

They made their way back, their minds buzzing with the new information. When they arrived, they gathered everyone around the fire once more. Jude explained what they had found, sharing the story of the witch and the curse.

"This island has a dark past," he said. "And it seems like we're caught in the middle of it. We need to find a way to break the curse and stop the ghost ship."

The group listened intently, their fear giving way to determination. They knew the road ahead would be difficult, but they were ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead. Together, they would uncover the truth and protect their home.