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The Blood Of A Deity Chapter 34: A secret is revealed
Ikenga sat on the chair that was specially designed for him the day he was crowned the prince and the next King of Ohanta, waiting patiently for his father. He wondered why his father had not yet appeared in the courtyard. Soon Ezeudo entered. Ikenga stood up to greet him. "Have you heard from the guards who went in search of the leopard?" Ezeudo asked. "No father." "Okay... Em...I called you here today to tell you something you need to know as the future king of this kingdom. So you can commence adjustment. You need to scrutinize what you commend or confess. The people are watching you. He who the world stares at does not behave badly. The throne of Ohanta is time-honored. It is not for people without wisdom. My late father honorably handed it over to me. In the same way, I will also pass it over to you. There is a barrier between you and the throne of Ohanta." Ezeudo paused to take a deep breath. "What is the problem, father," Ikenga asked. "We are on the verge of losing the t
The Blood Of A Deity Chapter 35: Being the seer's friend
Ikenga had not been himself since the last meeting he had with his father. He felt an enormous responsibility had been assigned to him. His reclaiming the throne of his forefathers solely depends on his proficiency in making the messenger his best friend. A friendship that would lead to marriage in the future. The task was quite huge for Ikenga because the child was one of the most stubborn children ever delivered in Ohanta. With his eyes fixed on the roof of his chamber, Ikenga wondered how she would destroy the deity. A woman who could fight a deity and won is more of spirit than human. "But, some people are really heartless. How could you choose power and fame over the lives and safety of your subjects? They were aware of what our maidens go through in the hand of Ajonwa deity, yet they chose to ignore it as if it was nothing. Of what benefit is riches and affluence when your people are suffering? May the gods forbid I do such a thing. I'll try my best and leave the res
The Blood Of A Deity Chapter 36: The appropriate time
It had been more than twelve years since Ije was born. She had not done or said anything about Ajonwa deity. Ezeudo knew she would do the needful when the time comes. However, her grandfather was worried about her. Before prince Ikenga came into the picture, Ije had never failed to remind her father that she would leave the village. However, since the handsome prince became her best friend and a brother she never had, Ije relaxed and looked distracted. Mazi Ileka was excited about the prince's constant visit, but he thinks Ije was losing focus. She never really had a friend since she was a child. The presence of Ikenga gave her joy. He was the only one she talked to as none of the villagers talked to her. "Ije!" Mazi Ileka called. Ije, who had been sleeping all day walked sluggishly out of her grandmother's cottage. She rubbed her sleepy eyes with the back of her palm, yet she was feeling sleepy. "Your mother had been missing for the past four days. Yet you seemed not to bother
The Blood Of A Deity Chapter 37: Dangerous mission
Ije went to bed without food. All the efforts made by her grandmother to make sure she took something yielded no result. Uzo joined her on the bed and cling to her as she slept. It was as if letting her go would cause the child to disappear. Mazi Ileka understood his grandchild more than anybody in the family. He knew Ije would love to leave without bothering anyone, so he gave her all the necessary advice a father would give to her daughter. Uzo woke up from time to time to make sure Ije was still there with her. She wished she could go with her. However, Ije had earlier told them that anyone who tried to go with her would be killed by Ajonwa deity because it may seem as though the person was trying to abscond with her. The mission was solely hers and the gods. Uzo thought about the child's mother who traveled to Uzofia community to see her friend Uzoma, whose husband fell from a palm tree and died. It had been eight market days since Anine left the community. No one had heard
The Blood Of A Deity Chapter 38: The Escape
"I hope it's not what I'm thinking." Mazi Ileka mumbled. Since Anine had been missing for over a week Ije knew what he might probably be thinking at that moment. "Far from it father. She will return." Ije said assuredly. "What kept her for so long?" "She found a place which looks like the world she created. Since her world was never actualized, she had to stay for a while with those whose world came to reality and have a taste of it." Ije said in the parable. "Are you sure she would return?"Mazi Ileka asked. "Oh she definitely will, father," Ije responded. Mazi Ileka breathed a sigh of relief. Now he can handle anything Ije wanted to say about his beloved daughter-in-law. "What is the secret you want you to tell me about your mother." Mazi Ileka asked. "The gods are so kind and wise. They do not want you to lose two daughters at once." Ije began."My primary assignment was assigned to her when her prayer was answered." "Your primary assignment? Ije! She is not as st
The Blood Of A Deity Chapter 39: Fulfillment of a prophecy
Mazi Ileka, who had been glancing at the wall of his room stood up the moment Ikenga entered the cottage. Uzo arose and embraced him convulsively. No sound was heard except deep sobbing. Ikenga had already become part of the family. Mazi Ileka saw him as a son already. "Mother, it's okay. Everything will be alright trust me." Ikenga said and Uzo nodded like a teenager. "Father, please put yourself together. Ije is a strong girl and nothing would happen to her." Ikenga said as he sat beside Mazi Ileka. "I know you are also worried about Dee Anine." Mazi Ileka turned promptly and gaped at Ikenga. "Did Ije tell you anything about her?" Mazi Ileka asked curiously. "Yes, she did." "What did she tell you?" "She told me Dee Anine would be back soon. She also said she would return with good news." "She did?" Uzo asked. Ikenga nodded with a smile. "No news would ever be good to me without my son, daughter, and granddaughter." Mazi Ileka said. "How is your father?" "Ezeudo is fine
The Blood Of A Deity Chapter 40: The Spirit of prophecy
Anine looked at her mother-in-law and smiled. "Mother, it's a long story," Anine said. Kasie, who had been out surveying the surroundings stepped into the cottage. "Kasie where went you been?" Ogom asked. "Allow the boy to explore the environment. Everything you see here belongs to him. This is his father's land." Uzo said. "Father, I saw some yams in the barn, I hope you won't mind if I roast some?" Kasie asked. "The barn is yours you can roast the barn itself if you want," Mazi Ileka said and everyone laughed. "You are pampering him already," Ogom teased. "Father has always been like that. He loves and pampers children a lot," Anine said jokingly. "Kasie, please roast yams that would be enough for all of us. We are hungry too." Uzo said. Kasie took off for the barn while they continue their discussions. "Anine, tell us how you met Kasie and the first thing that came to your mind when you saw him," Uzo asked. "Mother, I was on my way to Uzoma's house when I saw me
The Blood Of A Deity Chapter 41: Bad news
"Father, the villagers, why were they here?" Anine asked ignoring Uzo totally. There was stillness everywhere and Anine became more anxious. "Where is my daughter? Where is Ije, Mother?" Anine stood up and was about to leave the hut. Uzo stood in her way. "Sit down, Anine," Uzo said with a lot of calmness in her voice. Anine sat down gently as though the chair would smash if was not careful. "Your father cried as he has never done. The villagers came to find out why he gave out such a loud cry in the early hours." Uzo explained. Anine turned and clasped her father's hand. "Father, what happened?" "Ije....has... gone..." Mazi Ileka stuttered. Anine slowly dropped his hands which she held firmly. She stood up and walked towards the door as though she was going in search of her. Ogom looked at everybody in awe. "Who is Ije?" Ogom asked. "Her only daughter," Uzo mumbled without raising her face. "Ee..? Does she have a daughter? She did not tell me," Ogom muttered. "She
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The Blood Of A Deity Chapter 78: The end of the deity
Ije took the enchanted sword and the wizard cloak around the whole communities. They all accepted to lift the ban. The traditional rulers had to search for a powerful sorcerer who would lift the ban. Ije stayed behind to make sure the people were extricated before going back to her community. The people organized a small ceremony for her and Nwife. They led them down to Ikpa land before bidding farewell to them. The youths of Ikpa insisted she must go with the four-wheeled donkey she won when she was on her way to Umuora. It was a straight journey back to Ohanta as they were already familiar with the paths. *********** "Where is the sword?" Ezeudo of Ohanta asked Ije when she had finished her story. "It has been taken down to the shrine," Ije responded. "By who?" The people chorused. "The only man I trusted with my life." The people looked around and saw Nwife standing at the entrance of the Obi with the Princess. Ezeudo could not believe he was looking at her daughter after so
The Blood Of A Deity Chapter 77: The Enchanted sword
It had been four years already since Ije and Nwife came to Umuora, but the star had refused to show up. Oja had tried everything possible to make sure he separated both of them, but all his efforts proved abortive. He realized they were so in love the day he caught Nwife giving Ije a sponge bathe. It took him one full moon to be himself again. Since the solution to the problem of the two communities lay in the wizard's cave, Ije had decided to stay as long as the star appeared. Nwife also tried to convince her to go and return when the start would likely appear, but he gave up on her insistence. Soon they began to explore the community and were quite happy with the people. The people treated Ije with so much kindness. She found it difficult to leave without liberating them. The long-awaited day had come and Nwife and Ije were on their bed. Since he had been the one bathing and cooking for her, Ije got so comfortable around him. She could tell him everything and do everything while
The Blood Of A Deity Chapter 76: The origin of the wicked deity
The morning dawned with low-hanging clouds. There was a calmness in the Palace as a result of the heavy downpour of rain. Oja who got his father's permission to speak with her in the early hours paused at Ije's door when he heard her talking to Nwife. He tried to eavesdrop but he could not hear what they were saying. He leaned against a wall and was lost in thought, trying to find a way of separating the two of them. A maid can with her breakfast and brought him back to reality. He took the food from her and knocked. Nwife let him in and tried to leave after greeting him. Oja waved at him to stop. Nwife knew he was jealous and would probably ask if he slept with her. "Thank you," Oja shook hands with him. Nwife accepted his handshake and stared surprisingly at him. "For what?" He asked. "For saving my brother last night." "She did; she is the healer," Nwife pointed at Ije. "You called her attention....em...one more thing...never mind, you can go now." Oja kept the food on a smal
The Blood Of A Deity Chapter 75: Oja broke an oath
Oja took Ije took home after exploring the community for some hours. Ozo loitered at the entrance of the Palace. He could not wait to see the chosen one who transformed his brother. Some villagers who heard what happened huddled at the Palace and were waiting patiently for her. Their joy knew no bounds. The women ran to her and hauled her up the moment she was spotted. Ozo stared appreciatively at her. He knew the end of their suffering had come. He had wished to explore other communities and bring in new knowledge. The people sang and danced for more than two hours. Food was served to them and they ate together and went back home. The king was surprised Ije ate comfortably with them. Soon she began to feel sleepy and needed to bathe before going to bed. Oja led her to the backyard, and Nwife followed them. He engaged Oja in a conversation just to make sure he was not stealing glances at her. They walked her back to her cottage when she was through. Nwife left them and joined Offia
The Blood Of A Deity Chapter 74: The task
"What did they need from the chosen one?" Nwife asked. Offia stood up and looked outside again to see if anyone was coming. He returned and took off the plantation leaves he used to cover his genitals and tried to put the wrapper on his waist just like Nwife tied his. Nwife stood, helped him and they sat down again. "The neighboring communities want to be sure the wizard is dead, secondly they want his enchanted sword and everything that belongs to him out of this community before they would accept our peace offer. This is where the chosen one comes in." "Your people should do what they asked of them. It is a very simple task, I thought they were demanding a hundred heads in retaliation for what the wizard did. "They said the wizard has a cloak. Anyone who touches it dies instantly. Besides; all the magicians who have gone to the cave to check if the wizard is alive or dead did not come out till today. No one knows what is happening inside the cave." "Wait....wait....wait....were y
The Blood Of A Deity Chapter 73: The secret
"Nice wrapper," Offia, the third son of the king said as he touch Nwife's wrapper. Nwife opened his eyes, he could not believe he has been sleeping for the past three hours. The sun had gone down and the weather looked as though it was going to rain heavily. Nwife rubbed his hand on his eyes. He was very very tired. He looked at the figure that stood before him and quickly came down from the chair. "I'm sorry for trespassing, I have nowhere to go." Nwife said. "No problem. You are the stranger that came with the Queen this morning right?" Offia asked. Nwife nodded. Offia brought his hand forward for a handshake Nwife shook hands with him. "You are indeed a gentleman. I can't perform such a task," Offia said as he took a seat beside him. "What task?" Nwife asked. Offia turned and looked at him. "You are so naive. Are you castrated?" "Hmm...no...I'm not," Nwife responded. "Leading such a beautiful woman down to this community without defiling her is one of the greatest tasks ever
The Blood Of A Deity Chapter 72: kingdom in bondage
Ije turned was filled with empathy for Nwife. She stood still and held his gaze for some seconds. "Ife, I'm sorry, if....only they knew who you are.." Ije said slowly with a faint voice. Nwife drew her closer and hugged her tightly. He held her head on his chest. Her lips began to wander to his neck, sending his heartbeat into a frenzy. Nwife gently released himself from her arms. "The timing is wrong Ije," Nwife said as he walk her to the bed. He sat down and urged her to sit beside him. Ije sat down gently. "Each time I see you, I have a strong urge to do crazy things with you, I don't know why," Ije said as she held his gaze."I know, Ije, but it is not the reason for this move," Nwife grinned. "What is it?" "I'm scared; I don't know where we are and the plans they have for me. I don't know what to believe anymore. They know me as well as I know myself, but whatever happens, I want you to be my first." Nwife took her hand and rested her head on his shoulder. Nothing will happe
The Blood Of A Deity Chapter 71: A Liberator has come
Ije and Nwife stood before Dike the traditional ruler of Umuora. The king stared at Nwife from head to toe. He took his eyes off him and stared admiringly at Ije. "Greetings your Highness," Ije greeted. "The chosen one! the great seer! And the healer of our time, you are welcome to my palace." Dike grinned at her. Ije and Nwife exchanged glances. Ije was confused already, but the presence of Nwife kept strengthening her. "Okemuo, the presiding deity of Umuora announced your coming five seasons ago. Since then we have been waiting for you. He described you very well," he grinned. "Welcome and please feel at home. There would be no ritual since you were sent by the gods. Oja, the first son of Umuora is your destined husband. Together you shall rule this Kingdom and break the barriers that stopped our people from stepping out of this community!" The people cheered and danced for joy. "Welcome, the chosen one! Oja!" Dike called. Oja bowed before the king."Do not provoke her. Remember
The Blood Of A Deity Chapter 70: The prince's bride
"I'll advise you to do whatever that brought you to this community and leave at once before Oja sees her." "Who is Oja?" Nwife asked. "Ojadike is the first son of king Dike," Ene said. Nwife made eye contact with Ije. He noticed she was worried about him. "Father, would you mind if we stay with you? Please." Nwife said. "The villagers have seen you already they would probably be on their way to the Palace. Oja will be here in no time." Ije stood up from the boulder and went to Nwife. He held her hand. "What do you seek in our community?" "It is a long story, father," Nwife said. "Make it short, I want to see if I can help so you will leave at once." "There is a deity that is terrorizing our community. We traced the origin down here. We need help, please." Nwife said. "Oh very simple. Does it have a speaker?" "What is a speaker?" Nwife asked. "A mouthpiece...a...I don't know what you call it." "Oh okay, we call them Chief Priest," Nwife said. "Good, ask the mouthpiece what
