They had already placed the gas cylinders into the prepared hole, their contents carefully secured within. With haste, they began filling the cylinders with all the stuffed food items and bags, ensuring their provisions were safely stowed away. As they worked, a sense of urgency hung in the air, driving their movements.
Once the cylinders were filled, they swiftly covered them with sand, concealing their cache from prying eyes. With their task completed, they wasted no time in fleeing towards the safety of the forest. Every step taken was fueled by the knowledge that time was not on their side.
Their original plan to reach the shelter was quickly abandoned as they assessed the imminent danger. Instead, they opted to make a beeline for the center of the island, where they hoped to find refuge from the impending disaster.
