Everyone acknowledged each other with a welcoming smile, including Zoe. She wasn't able to book a cruise before going to Lord Howe Island. But she was grateful for it.

If she did, she wouldn't meet the taxi driver. She wouldn't learn about the mythical legend of the hidden city secluded inside the Ball's Pyramid.

Because there is a diverse range of tours that the isle has to offer, it may be strenuous for her to select one. But now she has only one destination in mind. She wants to go to Ball's Pyramid!

Koby continued on. "We will have a 43 nautical mile trip out. But without a doubt, you will experience the most unforgettable scenic tour of Ball's Pyramid. You will behold the tallest sea stack in the world!"

"We will also circ.u.mnavigate Lord Howe Island, so you can get to know the best of both amazing landmarks. If the weather permits, we can also have a quick snorkel in it."

"Yahoo!" The thrilled pa.s.sengers cheered on. Some even high-fived.

Zoe smiled affectionately. 'Such a lovely crowd.'

She didn't make a mistake to go out now and took part in this expedition. The cla.s.s reunion is nearing. She knew she would endure a fierce battle ahead. She needs a breath of fresh air and the positive energy to withstand the negativities coming her way.

If her guess is correct and Savannah hasn't changed at all, she alone would be a handful. Much more if her critical friends would come along too.

"Hold on to your seats because you are about to encounter the most incredible tour in your entire life!" Koby announced as the Jetty left the dock.

The pa.s.sengers clapped their hands in obvious excitement. Except for the enigmatic lady who masked her face all the more in her scarf and her big sungla.s.ses.

'I wonder who this woman is,' She narrowed her round eyes to a.s.sess if she connected with her before.

She wore a simple long-sleeve moss green blouse with black slacks.  She hunched herself in social insecurity and secrecy.  By the distinctive looks of her, she appeared like she's an elderly lady who is escaping from her turmoils in life.

Zoe rubbed her chin and peeked at the turquoise sky. Merely glancing at it may tell anyone that it's a wonderful time today. But, if she will listen to the mighty winds, they are saying otherwise.

They keep the City of Terra hidden in their defensive clouds. Aside from that, they also chased foreign invaders away. They blew the ocean's waves like a birthday celebrant, killing the flame on their cake's candle.

The local tour guides were the 6th generation of the original settlers in the Island. And they respected and honored their decisions. That's why they improvised a backup plan.

"There is a possibility that we could not enter the threshold of Ball's Pyramid today. But we could still have fun snorkeling on the northern side of Lord Howe Island."

"We would also visit the spectacular caves and cliffs below Mount Eliza." Koby rea.s.sured the crowd. It pa.s.sed their fond expectations as they cheered on each other in excitement.

'I hope we could get through, though,' Zoe muttered as they near their tourist destination.

She had this feeling that her life's question will definitely be answered once she set foot on the land.

The only memory that she had is when her family visited a desolate island, an isle free from human control. They were elated as it was their first time to enjoy a vacation outside their country.

Her parents, being the owner of Cheng Medical Center, were both very busy and almost live at the hospital. Her 13th birthday was coming up when she pleaded with them to have an out of the country trip. She wanted to have them for herself, even for once.

Zoe drew in a sharp, quick breath. 'I should've just asked to celebrate it at a fancy restaurant. No, even just an ordinary cafeteria.'

Her lips wobbled as her heart ached in recollecting her last days with her parents.

"Look! There's a flying fis.h.!.+" One young man pointed at a fish shooting up from the sea water and plunging in again. After it, there was one more and another one. The pa.s.sengers all watched with eager delight at the amazing show.

Zoe blinked her eyes repeatedly and gently shook her head. Visions of the dreadful tragedy were reappearing in her conscious mind again. She glanced at where the people were staring incredulously.

As she did so, she caught sight of the mysterious woman in the shawl again. She was also looking at the performing fishes. They were jumping up and down like the sparkling sea was a trampoline.

But this time, the exotic fishes seemed to greet her. And the breezy wind removed the scarf that was veiling her anxious face.

Zoe narrowed her inquisitive eyes, so she could have a better view. She looked like the person she just saved on her first day on the isle. And the pitiful woman haunted down by Lady Zhōu. She bears a resemblance with Mrs. Gong.

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