Max stood at the edge of the dock, his backpack slung over his shoulder and a wide smile on his face. He had been waiting for this moment for months - the chance to embark on a journey to find the legendary treasure of the Lost Island. Max was an adventurer at heart, and he had spent his entire life exploring the far corners of the earth in search of hidden treasures and ancient artifacts. But the treasure of the Lost Island was different - it was said to be the greatest treasure of them all, with riches beyond imagination.

As Max gazed out at the sparkling blue waters of the ocean, he couldn't help but feel a twinge of nervousness. He had assembled a team to accompany him on the journey. There was the crew of the boat, plus Jax, the mischievous monkey who was Max’s trusty sidekick, and Selena, the notorious thief who had promised to lead them to the treasure in exchange for a cut of the loot. Max wasn't sure if he could trust Selena, but he knew that he couldn't find the treasure without her help.

Max's nerves were quickly dispelled as he saw two figures approaching him on the dock. The first was a small, scrappy-looking monkey with a mischievous grin on his face. Max recognized Jax as his trusted sidekick. The second figure was a tall, dark-haired woman with a sly smile and a gleam in her eye. Max knew instantly that this must be Selena.

"Max, Jax, it's good to finally meet you," Selena said, extending her hand. Max shook it, feeling a jolt of electricity run through his arm. There was something about Selena that he couldn't quite put his finger on - something dangerous and alluring.

"Likewise," Max said, smiling. "Are you ready to set sail?"

Selena nodded, and the three of them made their way to the ship that would take them to the Lost Island. As they climbed aboard, Max felt a sense of excitement building in his chest. He had no idea what lay ahead on this journey, but he knew that it would be the adventure of a lifetime.

The ship set sail with the crew hard at work, and Max, Jax, and Selena settled into their quarters below deck. As they sailed further and further away from civilization, Max felt a sense of exhilaration building within him. This was it - the moment he had been waiting for.

As the sun began to set, Max sat on the deck of the ship and watched as the stars appeared in the sky.

But as he closed his eyes and leaned back against the railing, he couldn't help but wonder what dangers lay ahead. What would they find on the Lost Island? And who else was searching for the treasure?

Max opened his eyes and looked out at the horizon. The adventure was just beginning.

What dangers and obstacles will Max, Jax, and Selena face as they journey towards the Lost Island? What other adventurers might be on their tail, and what secrets will they uncover along the way? Find out in the next chapter of "The Treasure of the Lost Island."