Chapter 77: A Surprise Ally
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Also, they found out more about the sad history of the Olumide family. This story was mixed with a strong desire for money and power, along with a wish to live forever. The secret group controlled matters for many years and built a hidden kingdom that became powerful by tricking people who were not very smart.
One evening, while they were sorting through old papers, a knock on the door frightened them. They needed to be very cautious because their nerves stayed tense from all the danger around them. Eki opened the door with her heart beating fast in her chest.
At the door, someone they hadn't seen for many months showed up: Kunle. This person tricked them before and they had vowed to never trust him again.
"I should aid," he said with a quiet voice. His eyes look so worried - this is not the confident person we remember.
Eki and Dapo exchanged cautious glances; they did not want to trust him, but at the same time, they couldn't completely ignore that maybe he was telling the truth.
'What do you want?" Dapo asked, his voice filled with suspicion.
Kunle took a deep breath and said, "I know much more about this secret group than anyone else here. I can help defeat them."
Eki and Dapo are curious, but at the same time, they are careful about believing. They have been tricked before, so it is not easy for them to trust. However, this time it seems different - Kunle is difficult to completely overlook.
'Prove it," Dapo said, his voice hard.
Kunle replied by nodding his head. "I also know about this thing, the one that restricts Olorun." It has more power than you realize."
Eki's heart pounded. He was right. They needed all the help they could get.
Later, Kunle shared something that surprised everyone. He is from a different part of the Olumide family tree, and there has been a long-standing conflict between his branch and the main family for many generations. His ancestors were also artists, but their craft was interrupted due to poor management by a hidden group in charge.
"My family, we wait for this time," he said with determined eyes. "We help you break the curse and then face a secret organization."
Eki and Dapo, are not so sure but also see a chance. They understand that being careful and doing everything correctly is very important.
And now, with Kunle in the spotlight, there is hope. Maybe they can change things and win this fight. But it is still known that moving ahead will be very dangerous. The secret group won't surrender easily and will fight hard against us.
As night continued, they talked more about Kunle's plan. It appeared like a daring decision and their best choice. They needed to trust him at this moment, even if only for a short time.
As morning's first light appeared, Eki's determination grew stronger as well. We had an important task to accomplish. Still, with Kunle being here now, I started to think we maybe could find a way to end this curse and save both Olorun and our city.
The days after were full of both fear and happiness. The deal with Kunle felt like walking on a tightrope, trying to keep a balance between trusting him and feeling unsure. Eki and Dapo also felt unsure about Kunle, but they needed to take any help he could offer.
Talking about Kunle, he looked very eager to show his loyalty. He gave details on how the secret group works inside, describing a complicated system of control and way to handle things. He spoke about secret rooms, ancient customs and a complicated ranking system that was far beyond their understanding.
When the puzzle was completed, a scary picture appeared. The secret group is not just some people wanting power; it is connected to an evil plan growing for many years. It not only removes the artistic life from the city but also creates something more frightening.
Eki and Dapo could feel the moment for fast action arriving, as the secret group was getting closer and their preparations were almost complete. They needed to move quickly, choose without hesitation, and keep courage always in their hearts.
Days filled with planning and preparation. They read old books, train for battles, and equip themselves for the worst outcome. It was a big task they had selected to do.
In the evening, while they were looking at old maps with much curiosity, Eki noticed a symbol that looked different from others. She had seen this symbol before - it was carved into walls inside Olumide's mansion and represented Orisha, who are the ancient gods of the Yoruba people.
With curiosity, she begins to explore the symbol more deeply. Her investigation leads her to a village located in the heart of the countryside. People said this place was like Yoruba's start, keeping old customs till now.
