Here is my problem. I’ll give you a fictional short story idea. Not a complete one. Happens in movies, not new or original.
On Boat, Should I Swim Instead?
I’m standing on a boat. It floats. It has kept me warm enough, clothed, even entertained at times and mostly protected. Maybe it is a BIG SHIP.
Another ship is in the distance. They signal I should SABOTAGE the ship I am on. Keep asking for it. Should I sabotage the ship I know, that I am on? No promise I’ll get picked up by the ship in the distance if the ship I’m on sinks?
The boat or ship reference in this story is A COUNTRY.