The Beast of Cadboro Bay
The Beast of Cadboro Bay
Russ Crossley
Charley Ispaymilt of the Lekwungen squatted on his haunches on the rock-strewn beach idly tossing pebbles he found into the calm waters of Cadboro Bay creating circular patterns in the water. The clear seawater lapped gently against the shoreline.
Charley wondered if his friend would again appear as he had for the past two seasons. The smells of spring grasses and wild flowers filled his senses. Today was the warmest so far this season. The sun and the soft breezes pushed away memories of the harsh cold winds that washed over the island from the south and west each winter.
His heart was heavy this day. The most recent rumor being circulated among the people was that they would once again be relocated, but this time they w
