A Personal Problem

** "A Personal Problem" by H. (Henry) Bedford-Jones is a tale of festering resentment. Set against the backdrop of a bungalow on the remote island of Raratonga, the story explores the volatile relationship between Cranshaw and Hobson, two men entangled in a web of past betrayals and unrequited love. When Hobson unknowingly seeks out Cranshaw, he steps into a trap fueled by Cranshaw's desire for revenge, which stems from Hobson taking his job and marrying the woman he desired. Throughout a tense night, Cranshaw reveals the depth of his animosity, while Hobson's mounting fear of the surrounding island creatures becomes a symbol of his own predicament. In a chilling climax, Cranshaw abandons Hobson to face his terrors alone, illustrating the devastating impact of their shared history and Cranshaw's grim pursuit of vengeance. **