News of the *Hollywood*'s sinking spread quickly across Saint Paul Island.
Although crab fishermen were injured or killed every year, it was rare for an entire vessel to go down. The last time a boat had been lost was over a decade ago with the sinking of the *Yekaterina II*.
Upon hearing the news, town residents, dockworkers, and fishermen all flocked to the shore to pray for the *Hollywood* and its crew.
They hoped for their safe return.
A pickup truck screeched to a halt by the shore. Brook threw open the door and ran onto the docks, shouting to the crowd.
"Latest news! The *Hollywood* sank, but the crew was rescued by the *River Beach*!"
Brook's shout caused a commotion.
Like a stone tossed into a calm lake, his words sent ripples through the crowd.
People began to whisper amongst themselves, their faces a mixture of surprise and concern.
Some were relieved for the rescued crew members, while others mourned the loss of the *Hollywood*.
