A reflection begins with envisioning a village in the Mentawai Islands, West Sumatra. Homes are nestled amongst tropical trees and coastal landscapes. The sea connects inhabitants between islands, yet simultaneously isolates them. The author, Ahmadie Thaha, a columnist for REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, sets the scene to explore themes of justice and kindness within this remote Indonesian community. The piece promises to delve into the complexities of life where natural boundaries both unite and divide people. It suggests an examination of how societal concepts like fairness are perceived and practiced in such a unique geographical and cultural setting within the Mentawai Islands.