Neo-Island

Zack P.O.V    I watched the boat loom in the distance. Glancing to either side of me I saw my traveling partners, Emma Desmond and Alex Hespia. I sighed and turned to my left to face Alex. His spiky blond hair looked golden in the setting sun. His muscular body was in a hoodie and jeans to protect him from the cool breeze. His bright blue eyes were focused on the sun. He was fighting back the tears that I knew would fall eventually.    "You don't have to stay here alone, Alex. My family has room," I said quietly. He sighed and finally looked at me. After blinking away a few tears he smiled at me. The happiness was forced but his resolve w