This novel is a slow pace because island survival requires detailed explanations and clarifications of the characters' actions. If I were to skip over these explanations, the story would become harder to follow and less immersive. I hope you understand this approach! :D
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Jeff, Layla, and Emma walked away from the camp, heading toward the familiar coconut tree just a short distance away.
Layla, walking beside Jeff, glanced at his arm, her eyes fluttering with uncertainty. "Captain, aren't you going to clean and reapply some medicine to your wounded arm? What if it gets infected?" she asked, her voice tinged with worry.
Emma, overhearing the conversation from Jeff's other side, moved closer to Layla and inspected the bandaged wound.