Chapter 39. The Island

CELINE’s POV

We sailed for an hour before reaching the vast and desolate island in the middle of the ocean. When I looked around, I noticed that this island had not been developed yet, which meant that its value was quite high.

The locals trembled as the sea level rose at a rate that was significantly higher than that of the other well-known islands.

However, because this island wasn’t so far from the hotel, it would be made available for everyday exploration and new experiences. According to what Jake had explained to me earlier, I believe that purchasing this place was definitely money well spent.

I had just gotten off the yacht when my stomach began to turn, and I couldn't help but throw up. Lo and behold, I was both seasick and airsick.

‘‘Celine… are you okay?’’ Jake inquired as he gently caressed my back before offering me a bottle of clean water.

‘‘Yeah…’’ I forced a smile on my face even though I wasn't feeling too good. If I had known that someth