Fiction logo

Soft Sounds from Heaven

Enchanted Isle Love and Darkness

By Jason “Jay” BenskinPublished 2 years ago 3 min read
Soft Sounds from Heaven
Photo by Michael on Unsplash

Little did anybody realize that the Caribbean island of Isla del Amor was a real treasure. Those in search of romance and adventure would have found paradise there, what with its gorgeous beaches, verdant forests, and hidden coves. According to legend, the island was a divinely-favored spot where love flourished naturally.

By iSAW Company on Unsplash

A Miami-based young artist named Sophia Martinez came to the island in search of ideas for her next collection. She felt emotionally and artistically drained after her recent split. Rekindling her love for painting and healing her scars, she hoped the island's beauty would happen.

Alejandro, a local fisherman with an air of mystery and a rugged good looks, was the first person Sophia saw on her first day as she explored a deserted beach. She was immediately enchanted by his kind smile and warm, expressive eyes. They started talking, and Alejandro volunteered to tour her the island's lesser-known attractions.

By Paul Einerhand on Unsplash

Their connection strengthened throughout the subsequent weeks. Hidden waterfalls, old ruins, and starry beaches were all stops on Sophia's adventure with Alejandro. Day after day, they ventured out into the world, and at night, they embraced one another, exchanging hopes, fears, and secrets. The island and her budding relationship with Alejandro became vivid, emotional scenes on Sophia's canvases as she felt her heart repair and her imagination return.

Alejandro brought Sophia to a remote cave one night; the grotto had a reputation for being holy and was reported to have old sculptures. A palpable, unsaid excitement permeated the room as they stepped inside. Images of gods and monsters, good vs. evil, and conflicts between the light and the dark decorated the walls. An altar, its surface weathered by years of ceremony, stood in the cave's heart.

As Alejandro drew near the altar, his manner transformed. As he started to tell the truth about the island's past, his expression became sinister and his speech weird. A formidable monster accompanied the gods' blessings on Isla del Amor. Attracting lovers who would satisfy the demon's ravenous appetite for souls, the island's allure was a trap.

Alejandro's revelation that he was obligated to safeguard the island and ward off the demon caused Sophia's heart to race. However, his time was limited, and he could only remove the curse by voluntarily giving up his genuine love.

As Sophia understood the extent of Alejandro's grief and the gravity of his situation, she began to cry. Despite his knowledge that the price they would have to pay for their love would be too high, he had nevertheless fallen for her. A difficult choice was made by Sophia, torn between love and terror. She was determined to discover an other method of breaking the curse so that their love would not be tarnished by evil.

By Kristina Tripkovic on Unsplash

Sophia, unfazed, dove headfirst into researching the island's past, poring over old books and talking to locals for any insights she might find. A ceremony might drive the devil away, she discovered, but it called for unwavering love and tremendous bravery. They got everything ready for the rite with Alejandro at her side.

Returning to the hallowed cavern on the full moon night was their mission. Their love and resolve illuminated the night as they carried out the ceremony, and the atmosphere was heavy with expectation. A spooky breeze blew through the cave as the last spell was said, and the presence of the demon was felt.

By Daniel Burka on Unsplash

In the face of the demon's fury, Sophia and Alejandro's love stood like a shield. They were encircled by writhing shadows as the earth shook. Their love and strength broke the spell, sending the demon tumbling to the island's underworld, just as the monster was about to overpower them.

As the first rays of morning broke over the horizon, Sophia and Alejandro emerged from the cave, exhausted but triumphant. With the shadows cast aside, the island let out a sigh of relief, revealing its natural beauty. Isla del Amor was liberated from its long-ago curse, and their love had rescued them both.

Having become closer to Alejandro than before, Sophia chose to remain on the island. They made the island a haven for genuine love and creativity as they put their lives back together. Their joint experience had a profound effect on Sophia's work, which blossomed thereafter.

Consequently, Sophia and Alejandro's love story—a narrative of love, sacrifice, and the victory of light over darkness—became legendary on the magical Isle of Love, amid rumours of paradise and echoes of long-ago conflicts.

Horrorthriller

About the Creator

Jason “Jay” Benskin

Crafting authored passion in fiction, horror fiction, and poems.

Creationati

L.C.Gina Mike Heather Caroline Dharrsheena Cathy Daphsam Misty JBaz D. A. Ratliff Sam Harty Gerard Mark Melissa M Combs Colleen

Reader insights

Outstanding

Excellent work. Looking forward to reading more!

Top insights

  1. Excellent storytelling

    Original narrative & well developed characters

  2. Compelling and original writing

    Creative use of language & vocab

  3. Masterful proofreading

    Zero grammar & spelling mistakes

  1. On-point and relevant

    Writing reflected the title & theme

  2. Eye opening

    Niche topic & fresh perspectives

  3. Easy to read and follow

    Well-structured & engaging content

  4. Heartfelt and relatable

    The story invoked strong personal emotions

Add your insights

Comments (6)

Sign in to comment
  • Amy littleabout a year ago

    Well-crafted piece

  • Kennedy Smithabout a year ago

    Elegantly written

  • Shelby about a year ago

    Wonderful

  • John Baxter2 years ago

    Amazing read! Looking forward for more story from you 🙂🙂

  • Gloria Penelope2 years ago

    What an imaginative and charming story! I enjoyed every paragraph I read here. It was really wonderful, and the plot drew me in. I wanted to discover more about their relationship and how they succeeded in loving each other.

  • Milrose samboque2 years ago

    Nice read! Thanks for sharing

Find us on social media

Miscellaneous links

  • Explore
  • Contact
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Support

© 2026 Creatd, Inc. All Rights Reserved.