Power and Control

Power and Control

So, to begin, we are stuck on this island. How are we to get off? I, Sebastian, can barely take my brother and his stupid advisor Gonzalo. First off, they don’t stop whining about his son, my nephew, and it’s getting over the top. I just wish I could kill him. Wait, that’s a great idea. But if I kill him, that would look bad on me, so if I have Antonio do it, I won't look so terrible. The big question is, how do I go about doing this? Should I do it now or when they both fall asleep?

Just think of all the power I would have without my silly, wimpy brother at the throne. Think of the control I would have. All the wealth and power would be mine. And of course, Antonio as well. We would split it. We were walking in the woods and out of nowhere, my brother and his silly advisor were all of a sudden drowsy. They soon fell to the ground and were dead asleep. This got my mind running. We could get the deed over with right now, or keep it waiting. It is the perfect time. I began to talk to Antonio and he thought it was a great idea, so we agreed and began to walk over. It wasn’t until Gonzalo awoke and ruined the whole plan. It was all so perfectly planned! Now, what am I to do? I could use a jest. I wonder where Trinculo is?



Where the bloody hell am I? The last thing I remember was big waves and lot and lots of fire. Good heavens, am I in Heaven? I think not, it wouldn’t be this lonely. I don’t see anyone else. Maybe I’ve drunk too much. Who cares, it’s just me. Wait, it is just me. I’m the king of the island. Ya, I’ve definitely had too much to drink. Oh god, is that another storm? No please weather god, don’t put me through hell again. What in heaven’s name is that on the ground? God, it smells awful, like rotting fish. I wonder if it is alive. Oh my, the storm is getting closer. God help me. I will hide under the dead fish’s cloak. It’s bound to keep me dry. Wait, I hear someone, Stephano? Oh my good lord, Stephano! Thank heavens you are here. Stephano and I were friends from the ship, he was the King’s butler and I his Jester. I have a brilliant idea Stephano. Since it is the two of us on this island, I believe we should rule it together. Not only do we have true honor but courage as well. Bloody Nora, that thing is moving! I thought it was dead. Well, us three will have to rule the island together. We are noble and worthy, don’t you think monster. He was a bit weird in my opinion, nothing a “butt of sack” couldn’t fix. He seemed to enjoy it very much. Soon, Stephano and I could see that he was getting much better. What? The monster bows down to me? Well then, you shall be my subject! We shall rue this day!