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Stranded voyage survivors cross perilous strait for island relief
The party endured two hours of fruitless searching for water and food on a barren island. Pressed by hunger they decide to risk crossing the sea to the neighboring isle, carrying Madame la Couture and her son, with a careful plan to preserve everyone. Crossing succeeds despite cold and fatigue as they reach safety and resume searching for nourishment.
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