Krishna’s Narrative
Andy was running, running so fast he felt like fainting. He saw two white helicopters hovering above him. They’ve got me now, he thought. He knew what they wanted. Two big men dressed in police uniform came out and chased after him. Two pairs of arms reached out to grab Andy, but missed as Andy dodged and ran fast. He was gasping for breath. “What are we going to do now? We failed Boss, Bob.” said one of the huge men. “Well, we have to try and think up an excuse Dave!” the other huge man said. “We can’t think up of an excuse we’re doomed!” said Dave.
Andy stopped and paused for a breath. They’ve lost me now, he thought. It was 11:00 pm and Andy was shivering. Suddenly Andy felt angry. “Why did the police accuse me of stealing a gem? It’s not my fault! Now I’m stuck on a remote, deserted island out of Australia with nowhere to live instead of being with my family! he shouted so loudly and kicked the coconut tree next to him. Where can I sleep for the night? he wondered. Then suddenly a shining light glows in the forest. What can that be? he thought. Andy decided to follow the light.
Andy followed the light and approached a tiny cottage. A dark shadow was moving around inside. Andy was nervous. He knocked on the door. “Who’s there?” a man called out. “I need some help.” Andy replied. The man came out. He looked about 30 years old. “You need some help?” the man asked. “Yes. You see, um... well I was in the museum and the police accused me of stealing a gem but I didn’t do it. I escaped and I found this island. I have nowhere to live and in my backpack I only have 2 cartons of juice, 2 apples and a box of crackers. Can I live with you?” “Yes, lad. What’s your name?” “Andy. And yours?” “Ted. Let’s have some dinner now.” he replied.
“I’ll give you a tour of my cottage and did you know I built it myself because I’m a builder. Andy, I’ll tell you why I came to this island. I lived in and I met someone called Barry. We soon became the best of friends. He always wore a big hat. But I didn’t know he would turn on me. One day, he said: I’m sorry Ted we can’t be friends anymore. And then he ran away. The next day I saw the news and it said: Forest Fire. The image showed a dark shadow and you could make out the figure of a big hat! It was Barry! I was devastated. People accused me of doing it because I was linked to it. But I didn’t do it. I escaped here 1 year ago. I named this island Coco Island, after my Fox Terrier dog Coco.” Ted said. “Woah!” Andy said. “I’ll give you dinner first then you can see my cottage.”
For dinner there was stir fried noodles with vegetables. “How did you get noodles Ted?” Andy asked, surprised. “I have a trustful cousin who is Violet and she supplies me with stuff by boat every 2 months.” “Well, why don’t you put your food in the fridge, Andy.” “Okay.” “Let’s have a tour now, shall we?” “Yeah, that’d be great.” So Ted showed Andy around. The kitchen was a neat, cosy corner. There was a huge tub of water and pots and pans. There was a variety of fruit, vegetables, medicinal herbs and oils, spices, flour, wheat, eggs & microwave meals. “How come you have a fridge and microwave when there is no electricity?” Andy said, breaking the silence. “My brother Max is an electrician and he comes here too with Violet because sometimes the electricity goes out when it rains.” “Oh.” “I will show you the rooms now Andy.” The first room was Ted’s room. There was a single bed, a set of draws, a lamp and a pile of books. The second room had 3 beds and the same items in Ted’s room. “Is this a guest room for people staying here?” “Yes it is because sometimes my family stays over.” “Come on let’s go and sleep now.” “Good night Ted.” “Good night too, Andy.”
The Next Morning, Thursday 19 August 2010 7:00 am
Ted was up early. Andy came into the kitchen. “Let’s eat break----” Then suddenly Andy and Ted could hear a wailing police siren coming closer. “Oh no! What can we do?” Andy cried in despair. But it was too late now because Andy could see 2 police officers and 5 people behind them coming up to the door. The police came in and suddenly Andy and Ted froze in terror. “Hi there, are you Andy and Ted?” one of the officers asked. “Y-yes.” Andy said. Andy was trembling and shaking. They’ve got me now, Andy thought. “Well we found out who committed the forest fire and the robbery of the gem. It is this lad here, Barry Smith who did it.” Barry stepped forward. His face was hidden by his big hat and he was very silent. Andy and Ted were shocked. Violet, Max, Ted's Mum, Ted's Dad and Andy's family were there! Andy's sister Evelyn said “I was so sad without you!" "Andy and Ted, you can now go back home now. Your charges are taken off and your criminal records will be taken off as you are both travelling." the other police officer said. "What?" Andy and Ted said in unison. "You and your families are going on a holiday because you deserve it after all this." Police officer 2 said. "Well Andy and Ted you better start packing when we get home! And did you know we are going to France and Spain! Two weeks in each country." said Ted's Mum. Then the police officers gave them a ride by boat and then went in a taxi to Andy's house.
"You can stay the night here.” Andy’s mum said to Ted and his family. Andy’s Mum made a delicous breakfast. Everyone loved it. There was french toast, golden brown pancakes with maple syrup and honey, freshly squeezed orange juice and colourful fruit salad. “Wow what a morning. I’ll probably be on the news today.” Andy said. “Well, I guess everything always turns out great in the end!” Ted said.
THE END
