the tribe - a place for me, a tribe fanfic

We must look towards the future, and take things as we find them… for what we once knew has sadly gone…

Those before us have made their mistakes, move past them now and start a fresh…

We must come to learn, that even now, there is a place for us…

As long as we stand together as one… There can and will be nothing to fear…

Be one tribe amongst the darkness and our light will most definitely shine through… Burning through the darkest of cold bleak nights…

Together we can and will find our way… Only together the tribe can make it…

If we're going to survive then with every step we take we must take it together… And only then can our dream stay alive…

We must never lose sight… we must hold on… even if we are afraid…

See us all through these dark times, these new dangers… and we shall break through to another day…

If there is kindness and love then there can be a chance for us…

Just believe and you will see, as long as we stand strong and near… There is truly nothing to fear…

- The Tribe - A place for me -

There was a sudden breaking news report, interrupting main broadcasting, the image on screen showed the country's prime-minister, he spoke to the country, stating that "there has been a string of sudden deaths throughout mainland," and that "your government are doing all that they can to find out what is really going on." going on to state at the end of the address, "at this time we urge you to remain calm throughout this strange new time!"

Within days it was agreed by the government to enter stage 1 lockdown, come the stroke of 7:00am Military vehicles head down every street in every city, all stating the same important message, -"We have entered into lockdown 1, containment priority... full isolation in full affect... To avoid the risk of contamination please for your own good and safety remain in your homes... and await further instruction... help is at hand... medical advice will be given shortly..."- This message was replayed throughout the day, as the military vehicles continued their patrols. The government wanted to make sure all citizens heard it, and that all would comply, believing at an early stage that they must show a military force.

People did indeed follow their government's wishes and stayed indoors, in hopes of stopping the spread of this virus more out of true fear than understanding, but sadly the damage had already been done, as across the whole country people over the age of 20 were reportedly getting ill, hospitals were becoming full, and in the end people sadly were dying, losing their lives to this unknown virus.

It was agreed after this point that for the young normality should be found, as a world must continue. For some this didn't settle well, as many families wonted to be around one another.

Half way through the first day of these new government wishes, a car drives up to the school gates of Lincoln High, a couple get out and run inside hand-in-hand, ready to take their two sons out of their classes.

A young teacher stood at the front of the class, speaking about the science of viruses "so then a virus is a small collection of genetic coding, either DNA or RNA, that is surrounded by a protein coat." how they start, the teacher stating, "Well in truth many of these 'new' virus may have actually developed many millions of years ago and at some point in evolution gained the ability to infect one species of animal; probably an insect, such as a flea or mosquito." and moving onto how they spread, "well that in a sense is easy to explain, once an individual as been infected by the virus, their body sadly becomes a reservoir for the virus, which can be passed on through bodily fluids, such as blood or saliva. The overall spread of cases of the virus can be influenced by many different factors, such as the size of the population, the number of other people the person infected can come into contact with and what measures/lengths are taken to contain the virus."

The teacher here also pointed out how in the past how many viruses have been cured. "It is worth pointing out that there are a number of ways available to us at this stage of modern medicine, a number of main viruses can be treated by vaccines or preventative antivirals."

The door to the classroom suddenly burst open, Martin looked up to see his mother and father in the doorway.

"What is the meaning of this intrusion!?" asked the teacher, who had once he saw their age actually put a hand up over his mouth.

"My son… I've come to collect my son!" shouted the man.

And despite the teacher's calls not to, Martin saw that his father wasn't going to be stopped.

The man turning to the young teacher and said. "What is the point of these lessons anymore, it we aren't willing to teach our children… children, many fear, we will leave behind how to survive!"

The lady hugged the two boys. "Bray… Martin we will love you forever..." stated their mother, as she held back the tears.

Martin here as he left the classroom paused for a second and looked back over his shoulder at a girl, the girl looked up, he had a smile on his face the second their eyes met.

Martin, as they leave the school, is the first to see the car full of bags and cases.

"Where are we going?" he asked of his parents.

"Ere… we are going away… We are now meant for cells nor cages." stated his father, placing a firm hand on his son's shoulder.

And as a family soon drove away, Martin again looking back, here catching sight of the girl he had looked back on in class standing in the crowd.

However, their hopes of outrunning the virus were no use, Bray saw the virus affect their parents, the lad growing ever worried for their health and after a few days into their journey they were truly sick, Bray came running to his father's bedside as he heard him cough and splutter.

His father held his hand. "Son, I fear that we're not going to make it… the sickness… this virus.' Here he coughs again. 'As taken its toll on us, Bray…"

"Please don't talk like that… you, mum will pull through!" Bray sounded more confident than he actually felt inside.

His father shook his head. "Ah, I wish I could be so sure now, haven't you heard the news… and what they say about the virus."

"I don't care what they say,' said Bray, sadly letting his emotions out. 'Your going to be okay." taking hold of his father's hand.

"Bray…' stated his mother, from her bed. 'I feel that none of us will make it… the cure is for you… you and your brother!"

"She's right… always was… so listen to her this one last time… it's your world now… let's hope it's a world without the same mistakes as our generation!"

Sadly the virus was too far gone and they did in fact die, leaving Bray and Martin alone in this new time.

There was another report, on screen a younger reporter now spoke to the country, "Authorities are still calling for calm even at this late stage… stating that there can still be an end to this virus…"

All watched this, even though many had no faith in the message.

The reporter went on. "Our government has requested that through this vaccination process we all cooperate with what is being asked of us… Now priority is being given to all children under the age of 19 with parents who are known to have gained the virus… and should all report to your local sector to gain the vaccine!"

TWe must look towards the future, as the past has sadly gone… We must come to learn, that even now, there is a place for us…

Take things as you find them… for what we know has gone…