Chapter 10….Day 4 …..The end of the hallway
Stephanie's POV
The site before us was completely unbelievable. The walk we took lead us to the ocean shore of that side of the island. For as far as the eye could see there was nothing but water and small waves crashing at the shore line. This area did not look like what a resort should have. There wasn't anything around. No lounge chairs or umbrellas. No tables or a bar. Nothing; just sand and the ocean. What now?
"Chet, where are the bungalow houses? What do we do now? We hit one side of the island, but there is nowhere to go." I said.
"Not sure, but I guess we need to go back and start again. Look for hidden passages. Maybe this section is for private parties or something. I didn't see it on any of the monitors. The sand is flat and there is enough space for lounges, chairs and tables but it's unfinished. Maybe it's still being worked on this area. It's a gorgeous view."
After taking another few moments to appreciate the view, we turned around and walked back through the hallway.
Day 4
Ranger's POV…on the chartered boat heading to the island
"How's the weather? Does it look like there will be any issues before getting there?" I asked Santos.
"We should be good as long as we travel around this area here." Santos replied showing me a circled section on the map. "There is a freak of a storm just in that area. It will delay us about 3 hours, but other than that we're clear as of now."
"Good. Get us there ASAP" I said.
I left Santos to check the monitors for Stephanie. They were back in the control room. I backed up the recording of the security feed to see where they had walked and noticed they missed the camouflaged entrance for the housing area. They walked all the way to the ocean and walked back again. It didn't look like they were searching for other doors and if you're not looking closely or know where they are you won't see them. There are over ten other passages through that walkway. They all lead to different areas of the island. I sat in deep thought for longer then I realized when I heard a throat clearing. Way to be aware of my surroundings.
"Ranger, Bobby prepared lunch. Let's get some food." Tank said
I was still thinking about my Babe, but replied "OK. Let's eat." We headed to the dining area of the boat, sat and ate. I wasn't expecting a seven course meal, but Bobby put together a nice spread or vegetables, fruits, sandwiches, crackers and salad. It looked good. Tank, Bobby and I ate while Santos was at the wheel guiding us towards the island.
When Bobby finished, he went up to relieve Santos for his meal break. We had decided to take four-hour shifts at the controls so each of us can have some time to relax. With the storm delaying us three hours I was expecting to arrive at the island between midnight and four AM. The last four days have been a major FUBAR. This mission, as I've dubbed it, has been one wrong turn after another. We need some luck on our side.
Stephanie's POV
Back on the island
"Chet, check this out. What do you think?" I asked.
"Find a place where your hands could fit, like the other door." He said
"I think I found something." Alicia said.
We walked over to Alicia and checked out her hand placement. She pressed her fingers into the wall and a door opened. I walked back to where I was and did the same and another door opened.
"Ok, who goes where?" I said.
"Stephanie, you and Lula follow the walkway you opened. Alicia and I will take hers and we'll meet back here in about two hours. If neither one of us finds the houses, we'll bunk at the beach again and start another search tomorrow." Chet said.
We all agreed and went on our way.
Sorry for the short chapter and the delay in posting. Life has gotten in the way of writing. Hope everyone is enjoying the story.