Beautiful Immortals

"Here we are. Astoria Island'" Eric said. "The Island is said to have many mysteries and dark secrets". Alexandra added. "The funny thing is that it is connected to the city through a rainforest. Let's set up camp here. We shall leave our truck here along with all the other supplies we have packed in store. Time to explore what secret this Island might be hiding". Eric excitedly said. "You know...., imagine we all find something valuable. As they call our names 'The Trespassers'; a group of seven friends; Erica, Mandy, Sven, Daisy, Alexandra, and, of course, me as well, the irresistible, devilishly handsome, brave, amazing Josh...." "Just shut up Josh!!!!" He was being rudely interrupted by Sven, who seemed pretty annoyed by his excessive blabbering. "All you are thinking about is how your face would be on every cover of every magazine," Sven said, rolling his eyes. "Yeah, as the most handsome, of course," Josh retorted. " You never change Joshy," Mandy commented. "I've told you my name is Josh, not Joshy." " And what's wrong with calling you 'Joshy' Joshy?" Erica piped in. " It's because it sounds girly and babyish." "Joshy, Joshy" he mimicked while batting his eyelashes. "No way I'm going to be called that". " It's getting dark guys. All your talking ain't going to help. I think we should set up camp here", Eric suggested. " So here's how we're going to do it. Alexandra and I will set up a tent right here, Eric, Josh, and Sven will set up another tent over here while Erica and Daisy will set up the last tent over there". Mandy concluded. " Sorry guys, but we have just three tents, and we have to make do with that." " So.... how are your siblings doing over there?" Sven asked. "They are with Alexandra's elder sister." " Aki and Mika". "You're so lucky to have found those Japanese cuties". "Oh, thanks". Mandy replied. "Aren't we going to eat?" Josh said hungrily. I'm starving". "Yeah. Be patient." Everyone gathered around the fire. "Why is the marshmallow taking so much time to roast?" Mandy complained, pouting her lips. "Because it doesn't want to get eaten!" Erica said. "So.... Do you miss Africa?" Daisy asked. "Nah, not really," Mandy replied. "It has always been my dream to be part of this group, so I think of Africa less. Thanks, guys for letting me be part of this group. I hope this will be our biggest hit yet." Mandy said with a smile. "No probs, we saw potential in you," Eric said. "Yeah, I agree. We need some new beauty." Erica piped in. "And I'm happy I met you bestie.." Alex said(short for Alexandra) "Yeah, but you ain't going to steal the spotlight from me, Josh, the most handsome, stunning...." " Blah, blah shut up Josh, we know." "So we head out first thing in the morning. It's going to be one hell of a day tomorrow. Goodnight guys....." Eric said before leaving for his tent. "Don't open, don't....., don't!........" A voice echoed, and a blinding light followed, making Mandy scream in horror. "It's just a dream, it's just a dream. Alexandra's reassuring voice rang. Mandy was having a nightmare. In reality, she was sweating and shaking uncontrollably, causing Alex to wake up with a start. Instant worry etched on her face as she tried to wake Mandy up and calm her down. " It's just a dream, Mandy, you're okay now". She said while patting her head and rubbing her palm. "Should I get you some water?" Alex asked, her voice filled with concern. "No, I'm fine." "Do you mind telling me about it?" Alex looked at her with a worried face. "Uhmm.....uhmm..." Mandy couldn't remember as she still pondered on why she couldn't remember the dream. "Ugh, I can't even remember. This is strange." "Are you sure?" "Yeah, you know, let's just forget about it. We can't afford to be distracted" " she said, leaving the tent. "You're awake," Eric said. It seems like we guys wake up before the girls. Girls are lazy" "No dummy, we can just get tired sometimes," Erica said to Eric. "But that's no excuse," Sven said. "You know what, let's just shut up and eat. Erica said, making everyone stop talking. They were getting ready to discover a lot of things that day. They were a team of explorers and historians, everyone specialized in one field or the other. They named their group "The Trespassers" basically because they never listened to any warnings or precautions. Taking risks was basically what the group was all about. Currently, they are on an island called Astoria which is connected to the city "Scavengas" through a rainforest called "Scaven". It was a perfect choice of discovery for them because it was known for its history and mysteries. Eric was their leader because he specialized in the leadership and improvising of life hacks for the team. He also founded the team. He was a tall, white, athletic guy with dark hair and brown eyes. He was nicknamed "Jesus" because he looked the part. His twin sister, Erica, specialized in climate changes, weather, plants, and everything about nature. She was a tall girl with blonde hair and blue eyes and a model-thin body statue that she loved to show off. She had a cheerful and easygoing character and was the happiest in the group.