24. The Intruder 9

'A toad does not run in the daytime for nothing, it is either something is chasing it or it is chasing something. I have not committed any crime and cannot remember owing anyone. Ten of the Chief Priests can come to my house, I’m not perturbed.'

Emma concluded before he responded to the greeting.

“I greet you, Chief Priest. What do I owe this visit?”

He requested angrily.

“Mr. Aaron, I greet you, and I also bring you greetings from the gods of our land.”

Said Chief Priest after he walked into his hut. He was holding his ofor – a symbol of power and authority, which was calved from a wood. He wore a red cap with numerous eagle feathers, which indicated his present and past achievements.

Meanwhile, Mr. Aaron was seating in his hut when the Chief Priest walked in. His sitting position in the hut was conspicuous, and no one dared to sit on it, whether in his presence or absence. Now, the Chief Priest dragged the small wooden chair in the hut and sat close to him. Then, Emma responded.

“Y