The Community’s Reaction
As Elias was led into the heart of the camp, a murmur spread among the island’s inhabitants. Children paused in their play, and adults set aside their tasks, their eyes fixed on the stranger in their midst. Whispers filled the air, a mix of curiosity and caution. Some faces showed intrigue, while others displayed wariness. Elias felt dozens of eyes on him, each trying to decipher the story of the outsider who had breached their hidden sanctuary.