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What's up, awesome people? I wanted to thank you all for the positive thoughts about this story. They all mean the world to me, just like all of you do. I wouldn't be writing if it wasn't for you guys, anyway. I just wanted you to know that. Remember it, ok?

So…I'm aware that the last chapter wasn't really good. I personally hated it, and I kind of regret writing it like that in the first place. But…it's ok. It was more like a filler chapter, anyway. Yes, I could've done it better, I know. But I'll just try my best for this one. Promise.

Also, I…I kind of wanted to tell you guys the thing that really inspired this story: Michael Morpurgo's "Kensuke's Kingdom". I read that book back when I was in fourth grade, and I still remember it. Michael is an amazing author, something that I dream to become one day.

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*Ally's P.O.V*

Before I even opened my eyes, all the memories came flooding back to me.

I remembered the captain's voice as he yelled over and over, "Mayday, Mayday!", I remember Austin's fearful eyes, how he had kissed me. Maybe he knew that it was the last time he'd see me. I did, too, so I poured myself 110% into that kiss. I also remember that horrifying moment when I couldn't breathe, when water was filling my lungs. It hurt, it hurt a lot. Then, I remember how Austin had reached out and put his arms over me, as if to protect me for what was to come.

And now, as I opened my eyes, that same agonizing pain hit me as it had when I couldn't breathe. I chocked and turned flat on my back. Trying to steady my breathing, I looked around.

I was on an island, maybe. Palm trees were everywhere, the sun was blinding me. I was probably dead, in Heaven. But I soon knew that that was impossible. I was in too much pain to be in Heaven.

When the pain finally seemed dull enough for me to get up, I carefully stood on my legs. I was afraid that they wouldn't be able to support my weight, that I would fall over again. But when I didn't, I took that as a good sign.

I walked around a bit, still careful on my legs, investigating my surroundings and of course, looking for Austin. I searched and searched until I was too tired to stand anymore. As I sat down, a wave of grief washed over me.

Was he dead? I couldn't believe it. I didn't want to believe it. Austin wasn't dead. I was sure he wasn't.

But…then, where was he? Sighing, I laid down on the soft sand. Maybe this was all a bad dream, after all. Maybe I would soon wake up at home, with my dad smiling at me, telling me it's time to go to school. Yes, that would be very nice, though I knew it would be too good to be true.

Eventually, I figured that maybe I should sleep. It would be good for me, to close my eyes for a bit. Maybe even the pain would stop. Just maybe.

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I probably slept for a long time, because when I woke up, it was dark outside. Still no one was around. I was all alone…again.

For the first time since I'd left Miami, I was actually happy that I hadn't told Trish the truth. At least now she was safe back at home. I wouldn't be able to bear it if…if I lost her.

As these thoughts were running through my mind, I heard voices. A couple of them, actually. I heard them calling my name. I immediately thought I was just imagining it, but when I saw a blonde boy run over towards me, I knew it was true. This was actually happening.

I was so happy to see Austin that I leaped in his arms and stayed there, as wave after wave of tears washed over me. I started explaining how I thought he'd been dead, and then, I started shaking even more. Throughout this whole time, Austin held me, he held me close, and kept stroking my back to calm me down.

"Shh, it's ok," He whispered in my ear. "Everything's ok. We'll be safe."

Finally, I calmed down. I looked him in the eye, straight in the eye, as if to check if he was really there. When he smiled and hugged me again, I was happier that I had been for a long, long time, despite the circumstances. All he had to do was hug me, and I immediately felt better.

Then, someone behind us shouted, "There they are!" It was Conner, Selena, Abigail and few others, who I didn't particularly know. They gathered around us. Everyone seemed happy, except for Selena, who was muttering that this island didn't even have a hotel.

If I wasn't so exhausted, I probably would've slapped her across the face. I wasn't the fighting type, but Selena was worth a hit.

"Well, it seems that we're the only ones who survived," Austin said with a sigh. "Now, we better figure out a way to get out of here. This island is deserted. Who knows what kind of animals live here. And to be honest with you, I don't want to find out."

Everyone nodded in agreement, even Selena. They were all looking at Austin, waiting for further information.

"Ok, but what do we do in the meantime? Where will we sleep? We need something like a little fort, something like a shelter." I finally spoke up. Before then, I didn't trust my voice enough to talk.

Austin smiled at me. "We already have the shelter thing all figured out, Alls. While I was looking for you, Conner and Jackson here found some piles of wood on the beach, and they build a fort. It's actually quite big, you'll like it. Now come, we better get in there. Right now, it's the only safe place for us."

We all headed towards the shelter. It was indeed quite big, with enough room for all of us. The boys had found some hay and leaves and had made 7 beds for each one of us. I managed to count us, and I recognized some of the other kids too. I frowned at as I realized how many people we had lost in the shipwreck.

Conner and Jackson (It was only after that I remembered that he was a guy from science class) took the beds in the right side of the hut, Jason (A boy under the label of a nerd) took the one near the door, Selena slept on the left, I took the one in the center of the room, and Abigail took the one in the furthest corner, away from us.

I didn't know where Austin would sleep, until I felt him snuggle in with me. Everyone was sleeping so in a whisper I said, "What're you doing here?".

He just chuckled quietly. "I'm sorry, Alls. I just…I wanted to be here with you. When we couldn't find you…I was worried sick. I really was. So…now, I want to be with you. And you're disagreement is invalid." Austin whispered back.

I just nodded my head, smiling at him. I fell asleep to the sound of Abigail's silent whimpers, which echoed through the room every now-and-then, and Austin's arm around me. I didn't know why he had put it there, but it did make me feel safer. And I was thankful for that.

Ta-daa! :D

How was that? I really worked hard on this chapter, so I hope you enjoyed it. I'm looking forward to hearing your thoughts in those awesome reviews you write. :)

Also, I wanted to recommend a book to you. You have to read Michael Morpurgo's "Shadow". It's such a powerful book. You'll love it, I promise.

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