After finishing their meal, leaving only one piece of bread and a slice of pizza, the group headed outside. Three canoes awaited them at the shore of the lake near their cabin. Tina noticed Annie carrying her bag, which irritated her.
"Tina: Why are you bringing your bag?" Tina asked, trying to snatch it away. Annie held her bag tightly, refusing to let go. Annie felt a slight sense of danger, but it quickly dissipated, leaving her confused. Bell, somewhat distracted, didn't pay much attention.
"Rose: What are we doing, Tina?" Rose asked, her eyes widening at the sight of the canoes, as it was her first time seeing them.
"Rose: What are we doing, Tina?" Rose asked, her eyes widening at the sight of the canoes, as it was her first time seeing them"Tina: We're going canoeing"Tina: We're going canoeing. It's like kayaking, but on the lake. Rose and I will share one canoe, the boys will take another, and Annie... well, she'll go alone," Tina announced, making it clear that Annie would be by herself. It seemed like Tina was trying to provoke Annie, but Annie decided to focus on enjoying the experience instead of reacting to Tina's provocation.
The group donned life vests and began paddling out onto the lake. The boys moved quickly, staying within the lake's boundaries, while Tina and Rose paddled leisurely. Rose's eyes sparkled as she admired the fish swimming beneath the water; it was a beautiful sight. But Annie noticed something strange about her canoe—it moved much faster than expected. A single medium stroke sent her gliding at twice the speed.
Annie, cautious and aware, kept her canoe close to the shore, rowing in gentle circles. The peaceful scene was deceptive, as an underlying tension built up within her. She couldn't shake the feeling that something was off.
The group enjoyed the serene lake, unaware of the looming danger. Annie, though, remained vigilant, keeping her distance and observing her surroundings carefully. As she continued to paddle, her mind raced with thoughts of what could go wrong. The fast pace of her canoe seemed unusual, and she couldn't help but wonder if something was tampered with.
Tina's plan had gone unnoticed, but Annie's instincts told her to stay alert. The calm lake, the sparkling water, and the tranquility of the moment contrasted with the unease she felt. Despite the beauty around her, Annie couldn't fully relax, knowing that danger could be just around the corner.
Tina watched Annie's smooth canoeing with growing irritation. She had secretly attached a small engine to the bottom of Annie's canoe, giving her control over its speed and direction. With a mischievous grin, Tina took out a remote and pressed a button to increase the speed to five times the normal pace.
Annie, unaware of the tampering, noticed her canoe suddenly accelerating. She tried to adjust her paddling, but the canoe surged forward uncontrollably. She was quickly propelled past the safe limits of the lake, her heart racing as she realized the danger. As she tried to row back, a large fish leaped out of the water near the shore, creating a beautiful yet ominous sight.
As she tried to row back, a large fish leaped out of the water near the shore, creating a beautiful yet ominous sightClark and John, observing from their canoe, noticed the sudden shift in Annie's speed and the potential danger. The water rippled as the fish dived back in, creating a wave that grew larger as it approached. Tina, now panicking, fumbled with the remote, attempting to slow Annie's canoe. But her efforts were too late—the remote slipped from her hands and splashed into the water, lost.
The wave hit Annie's canoe like a mini-tsunami, sending her speeding across the lake. The force was so strong that it pushed her far from the campsite, leaving her disoriented and frightened. Annie struggled to regain control, but the canoe continued its rapid journey across the lake.
As the realization of her situation set in, Annie's first instinct was to reach for her phone, only to remember she had left it in the cabin. Panic set in as she looked around, seeing the distant shorelines and the water stretching endlessly around her. Bell, sensing the severity of the situation, was stunned and overwhelmed with fear.
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The group on the shore watched in horror as Annie's canoe became a distant dot on the horizon. Tina, paralyzed by guilt and fear, realized the gravity of her actions. What was meant to be a harmless prank had turned into a dangerous situation, putting Annie's life at risk.
Annie, now alone in the middle of the lake, felt a deep sense of fear and helplessness. The usually calm waters seemed vast and unyielding, and the reality of her isolation sank in. Her breaths came in quick, shallow gasps as she tried to calm herself and think of a way out of the predicament. The once serene setting had turned into a terrifying, dramatic scene, filled with uncertainty and danger.
Bell's voice trembled with fear as she shouted, "What are we gonna do?!" Her panic was palpable as she struggled to breathe, gasping for air. Annie, still reeling from the shock, sat frozen in the canoe, her face a mask of disbelief. The situation was dire—far worse than anything they had anticipated. She couldn't muster the energy to scream; the reality of her predicament left her paralyzed.
Annie's mind raced as she tried to think of a solution. The enormity of the lake, the distant shore, and the realization that she was alone filled her with a profound sense of dread. She felt the weight of the situation pressing down on her, making it hard to focus. The peaceful outing had turned into a nightmare, and she had no idea how to get back.
Back on the shore, the rest of the group was overcome with a whirlwind of emotions. Tina stood in shock, the gravity of her actions dawning on her. Her mind spiraled into worst-case scenarios: Was Annie injured? Could she be drowning? The guilt and fear were overwhelming, twisting her stomach into knots. She had never intended for things to go this far, and now she could only imagine the worst.
Rose was inconsolable, tears streaming down her face as she frantically sought help from the campsite workers. Her anxiety was palpable, her hands shaking as she tried to explain the situation. The sight of Annie being swept away had left her terrified, and she couldn't stop thinking about what might happen.
Michael and John were equally stunned, their minds racing to find a solution. They called for help, their voices laced with desperation, but it felt like they were moving in slow motion. They couldn't believe what had happened and were wracked with guilt for not preventing it. The image of Annie drifting further away was burned into their minds, filling them with a deep sense of helplessness.
Clark, usually the calm and collected one, felt a storm brewing inside him. He pieced together the sequence of events, realizing that this wasn't just an accident.
Clark's mind raced, piecing together the events with growing clarity. "Mother nature and the speed of the wave can't have pushed Annie that far," he thought, the realization hitting him like a bolt of lightning. "Unless there was some kind of super engine hidden in the canoe... This was planned!"
Salis, sensing Clark's agitation, spoke up, "Maybe it was Tina. I've seen the way she looks at Annie—there's a burning hatred in her eyes. It's like she wants to hurt her."
Clark's eyes narrowed as he considered Salis's words. It made sense; Tina's actions had always been tinged with malice, especially towards Annie. Determined to find proof, Clark stormed over to Tina's belongings, rifling through her bag with a sense of urgency. But it was empty—nothing incriminating. Frustration gnawed at him, but he didn't give up. His gaze fell on the trash can nearby. Disgusted but resolute, he began to dig through it, hoping against hope that he would find something.
And then, there it was—a small box buried among the crumpled papers. His eyes widened as he read the label: "Super Booster Engine—Control Speed x2." It was all the evidence he needed. His heart pounded with anger as he clenched his fists, the truth crystallizing in his mind. Tina had set this up, putting Annie in serious danger.
Clark's fury boiled over. He stormed outside, fists clenched, with Salis manifesting behind him, ready to unleash their strength. The air around them crackled with tension, and Clark's eyes were blazing with righteous anger. He was ready to confront Tina, to demand answers and justice for Annie.
Michael, noticing Clark's enraged state, quickly intervened. He grabbed Clark's arm, pulling him back with all his strength. "What the hell are you doing, man?!" Michael shouted, his voice filled with concern. The tension between them was palpable, the situation on the brink of erupting into violence.
Clark's muscles tensed as he struggled to contain his fury. His eyes darted to Tina, who was standing nearby, oblivious to the brewing storm. The thought of what she had done—her cold, calculated cruelty—filled him with a burning need to act. But Michael's grip and his words kept him anchored, reminding him that there were more important things at stake than giving in to his anger.