Thread:Enddayss/@comment-39615662-20190807032318/@comment-39191802-20190817203804

My turn! This is an old story I found in my word documents. I made it January 2018... It's just strange.

Chapter One:

'''Keegan was only in second grade when his life took a turn for the worse. He had only just gotten used to his new school when his parents had to move to an island. The only school he could enroll in was a boarding school.'''

'''One that you literally had to board. There was no room to build a school on the island, so instead of sending children overseas, they created a school-boat. The packed car drove off to the harbor and parked at the dockside. He peered out the window to see a giant boat. Red letters were printed on the side of the boat, reading  “C-A-P-R-I-C-O-R-N”'''

'“Here it is.”'' he thought. Taking a few steps onto the dock, he waved back at his parents. Away he sped, walking backward. He sighed, looking at the ground and knowing little about the days to come.'''

'''His thoughts were interrupted as he tripped and fell atop another boy. Quickly, the other child got up and brushed off his pants. As Keegan took it, he was ok.'''

“First day, huh?” the other boy asked.

'''Keegan gave a smirk. “You read me.”'''

The two boys walked to the dock, not saying anything more.

Chapter Two:

'''              Keegan and the stranger got onto the ship and climbed the steps to the top floor. Once they got there, they took in the sights.'''

'''              “Just like last year.” The other boy said. “I guess you would like a tour?” Keegan nodded, and at once, the other boy showed him around.'''

'''              “This is the dorms, and these are classrooms.” He weaved in and out of the hallways, proud to show off his knowledge. He pointed out every part of the ship.'''

'''              “This is the bow, but if you are seasick, stay towards the stern. And this…” His eyes filled with excitement. “This is the Capricorn statue.” Keegan observed the tall, fierce-looking statue of a goat with a fish tail. He gave the other boy a questioning glance. The boy didn’t notice him, but only stared at it, a beaming smile on his face.'''

'''              “You’ll see later.” He summarized. Accepting this, Keegan continued onward. After much exploring, they climbed back up the steps to get to the assembly on time.'''

              “I never caught your name.” Keegan commented at last.

              “I’m Marcus.” He replied, and each took their seats.

Chapter Three:

'''              “Welcome, students!” The principal elocuted. “Please, join me in the cafeteria at 6:30. I will announce dorm groups there.” After a long assembly, the students were released out into the school. All the second graders were to stay together in their classroom.'''

'              “This is a good chance to get to know them.” ''Keegan thought. Scanning the room, there were athletes running and laughing, girls chatting, and certain children who seemed to be avoided.'''

'              “So… a generic school.” ''Keegan thought, quite relived. The bell rang, and everyone fled to the cafeteria. Keegan noticed the solitary children. Leaning up to Marcus, he asked, “Is something wrong with them?”'''

'''              “Nah,” said Marcus. “We just tend to avoid them, nothing personal. They aren’t very social.”'''

'''              Suddenly, the principal came through the doors. “May I have your attention please?” he called. Apparently, some children only took this as a suggestion and kept chatting.'''

'''              “That was an order, not a question.” The principal stated, and the room fell silent. “Now, for the dorms. Children 3rd grade and under have dorms with three girls and three boys. Because our kindergarten group is so small, all children will share a dorm. Keegan’s ears perked up as the second-grade dorms were announced. “In group 1 is…”'''

              Keegan listened but didn’t hear his name.

'''              “In group 2 is: Elliot, Emma, Keegan, Lillyanne, Marcus and Willow.” Keegan skimmed the table. Marcus looked concerned. Others nodded. “In alphabetical order too.” One boy noted. Keegan assumed that he was Elliot.'''

'''              Soon, all the children piled into their dorms. As Keegan was getting to his bed, he stepped on something. Lifting his foot, he saw how tiny and metallic it was. “What…?” he muttered.'''

              “You crushed it!” called a voice behind him.

Whenever I think I have terrible writing skills, I look at this and remember how much better I've gotten.