The streets were filled with fear. Everything was such a rush. Parents were attempting to get their children ready for their flights and more children crying in their mothers arms not wanting to let go.I had no idea what I was doing I felt so lost. Stranded in the middle of the street with only my suitcase and an umbrella.The wet footpath splashed ever so slightly as every time a raindrop collided with it, I have to admit the rain did make things feel a bit better. As a kid I always liked the rain. I was never an outdoor kid. I was described as the "quiet girl" in school. I didn't particularly mind it cause I'm most definitely not someone who likes to draw attention to myself. Introverts is what they call them. Yes introverts "a shy and reticent individual".
"SHIT"
I got so caught up in counting raindrops I didn't even notice the time. I was supposed to catch my flight with my school group. Thank god that the airport was only a few streets down otherwise I would've been screwed.
I rushed into the airport , god it was crowded I don't like crowds. I fixed up my uniform and rushed over to the reception desk.
"Frankie Taylor , Andorra Prep Academy for girls. I believe my flight is in 20 minutes."
"My apologies Frankie but your flight has actually just departed early due to the inconvenience of the war currently happening. Quite surprising how nobody informed you about this? Don't worry my dear I wouldn't stress there is an extra spot on another plane going to the same destination it departs in 10 minuets would that be okay?"

Of course this wasn't okay I was on the verge of tears I can feel the heat of them like someone has been boiling water in the back of my eyes and it was about to overflow and spill. But of course I wasn't going to lose the opportunity to leave this place.
"Yes. I will take that seat. Thank you".
I moved swiftly to the gates.
"Gate 5.."
I looked around I was currently standing out the front of gate 3. I looked in the distance only to what looked like a large mob of young military cadet boys. There has to be about 20 of them. What really squeezed my gut was the fact that it was just them.. no adults.. nothing. To pass the time I just walked in circles. People obviously looked at me like I was plotting some murder or attack but I couldn't care less it's not like I will be seeing these people again anyway.
"Gate 5 please make your way to your flight and show your tickets to your given attendant."
I stood behind the group, a few of them observed my presence but didn't think that much of me. I was just baffled by the fact that I was going last. Which meant that all eyes will be stuck to me like glue. 
Showing the attendant my ticket I slowly board the plane. It was extremely noisy, it was actually quite aggravating. So many words coming through one ear and out the other. A few boys were still standing which made my situation a tad bit better.
"Seat G5.."
I approached my seat and reached for the compartment above to put my luggage in. Shit it's high. Fucking hell I can't mess this up and make a fool of myself .
Yes I'm short. Short for my age. 5,3 to be exact and I was only 16. My luggage felt like a huge burden Slowly crushing me as I lifted it above my chest. My muscles were straining. There's nothing heavier than a girls suitcase on a cute little trip.
One boy in particular noticed my struggle and approached me in a careful manner. Almost Like he didn't want to startle me. He was a lot taller than me, he had beautiful brown locks that folded very neatly around his defined face . His tanned skin defined his captivating brown eyes.
"Do you need a hand miss?" The kind boy asked.
Yes. Yes I would love a hand..
"No thanks! (Looks like my stubbornness got the best of me), I've got this completely under control but thank yo-
Then my suitcase decided to fall out of my arms and onto the ground. Standing there embarrassed the boy was just giggling.
"Here." He said as he lifted up my suitcase with such ease and placing it neatly in the compartment above our heads. I looked at him in astonishment about the fact that he did that so easily.
He gave me a cheeky grin while showing me his seat number.
He's right next to me.. Frankie if you make this awkward I swear..
"Well.. thank you for helping me out. Saving me a shitload of embarrassment"
"Haha well it's no worries at all, I wouldn't like to see a pretty lady like you getting hurt".
Pretty lady?!
I blushed slightly and looked around the plane everyone was in their seats and ready to take off.
"Well let me introduce myself .. My name is Ralph" the boy said holding out his hand patiently waiting for me to shake.
"Well hello Ralph my name is Frankie and it is very nice to meet you" I say to him whilst shaking his hand. He had a firm grasp you could tell he was strong. That was until I noticed the glimmering badge on the top left hand side of his blazer.
"What's that?"I ask with curiosity.
"Oh that? Haha well I go to the Andorra Military school for boys. This badge got given to me recently , I'm the colonel."
"No way a colonel?! That's amazing!" I said with amazement.
I was impressed . Not just the fact that I'm sitting next to a very attractive tall , strong military colonel but also the fact that I'm not being the stupid awkward introvert like I usually am. I was curious about his age. I mean I'm not going to see him again anyway so it's worth a shot.
"How old are you? Ralph?"
"I'm 16. Yeah I know pretty young right?"
"Actually not really I'm 16 too!"
"No way you look 18"
"18?? Oh you've got to be joking" I nudged his arm playfully.
"I'm being serious I mean. Don't take this weirdly but you are really beautiful..an-
Ralph's little speech was interrupted by the captain informing the take off.
"Good afternoon passengers, we are prepared for take off so please stay in your seats, keep your seatbelts fastened.."
Yeah yeah we get it the same old shit that is said at every flight. Nobody cared it's not like we're gonna crash on some random island or anything. (lol)

The plane took off so quick and fast it literally gave me whiplash. Ralph was giggling at my stern expression. This gained the attention of another individual on the plane sitting a few rows in front,
He had icy blue eyes that were full of mystery, platinum blonde hair that looked like it was glowing under the sunlight. He had defined facial features just like Ralph. We made eye contact. His eyes were so entrancing it felt like I was being pulled right under a spell. The non existent wall was soon broken by a snap of a finger. I whipped my head around only observing Ralph's concerned expression.
"Frankie are you okay? You look very uh.. serious?"
"Huh? Me? Oh yea haha I'm fine really!". I say with a touch of stupidity in my voice. I turn back to the blonde boy. Only seeing him glance over his shoulder every 5 seconds. Stupid boy thinking I wouldn't notice?
"Hey Ralph do you know that guy?"I ask with curiosity.
"Who? The blonde a few rows in front?" Ralph said in a serious tone.
I nod in a agreement and Ralph's serious emotion only tensed even more.
"That is Jack. Jack Merridew. We used to be best friends actually. Not anymore though, two stubborn people just don't work out you know?" Ralph admitted.
"Oh? Right.." I say with a hint of hurt. I am a stubborn person I have to admit. I hate being wrong in anything, it makes me feel weak and that is my worst downfall.
"I'm quite stubborn. Is that okay for you Ralph?". That came out with a bit more sass than was intended.
Ralph chuckled at my words but then his smile quickly melted away.
"Frankie. I just want to warn you. Jack is trouble. You can't be near him, he isn't a good person".
"Look Ralph I understand that you and Jack have had your ,well.. issues but that can't prevent me from meeting new people. Besides it's not like I'm going to properly meet him anyway we land in a couple of hours and we probably won't see each other agai-
A sudden jolt streamed through the plane leaving my body in a state of shock.
Turbulence Frankie it's just turbulence
Ralph noticed the colouring in my face quickly fade.
"It's okay Frankie it's just turblenc-
I couldn't describe it. The look on his face. Ralph looked like he had just seen a ghost. He wasn't looking at me but he was looking out the window of the row next to us. Something told me not to look but when I did  .. a wave of terror flushed over me. I tried to scream but nothing would come out. The wing of the plane had set alight. More people have noticed and a whole range of different pitched screams and shouts filled the atmosphere.
Above all is the muffled voice of the captain all we could hear was..
"Dear pa - passengers we are now taking an emergency landing.... our plane has been shot down I repeat or plane has been shot dow-
Then it was cut off. I could've sworn I saw Jack run up to me I couldn't see anything.
"FRANKIE GET UP WE HAVE TO MOVE!" . That's Ralph's voice. I didn't notice he has been tugging at me this whole time but I was so filled with terror I couldn't feel anything. A tall dirty blonde boy had opened the emergency exit. We were getting close to the water. I could see Jack helping some of the littleluns towards the door while some of the older kids were observing the plane for anyone left behind. I then heard Ralph shout to everyone.
"ONE AT A TIME WE NEED TO JUMP OUT OR WE ARE ALL GOING TO DIE".
Ralph and Jack were guiding the younger kids as all the older ones had already jumped out. Now it was just me with Ralph and Jack.
"COME ON FRANKIE LETS GO!"
I was still so stiff. I didn't want to die. My tan skin was washed with white. I felt all of my organs twist until we felt another jolt. Jack approached me quickly.
"Hey, it's okay let's all jump out together I promise you will be fine".
I nodded as the adrenaline finally kicked in I could feel it in my veins. Without hesitation Jack, Ralph and I all jumped out. There were kids everywhere. I then saw that some of the older boys were in a blowup raft and were helping some little kids aboard. I couldn't see Ralph or jack anywhere.
A strong wave then hit me over my head. The cold water stunned my body I quickly swam to the surface to take a breath only to be knocked down again. I was deprived of oxygen I needed to breathe.It felt as though the water was strangling me to death, my throat felt tight and my chest started burning it was only a matter of time before time began to stop and my body felt cold. I could only hear the muffled voices of boys from underwater. I then felt a strong grasp under my armpit and I got yanked out of the water. I parted my eyes ever so slightly. It was an older boy with jet black hair and ocean blue eyes. I would've described him as saint like as he was the last thing I saw before I finally blacked out..

Authors note..
Thank you everyone for reading my first chapter of my story. Please give me some tips on how to improve my writing as I would love to hear some feedback. I'm also debating on who Frankie should go for (Ralph, Jack, Simon and Roger). Next chapter we will go into detail on Frankies appearance and we will be introduced to the rest of the bigguns such as Simon, Roger, Maurice and Bill. Thank you ! :)