Two Rights seen as Wrongs...
It is bound to happen, sooner or later that problems would arise when two people disagree vehemently. To a neutral bystander, it would seem funny and strange that these two people are equally convinced that theirs is the superior point of view. Is it possible then, that two people can be right at the same time without realising that they are both right?
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Alaeze was consumed with righteous indignation knowing how much he had sacrificed to bring comfort to his family. He was not happy thinking that she is not listening to him or giving him the respect he deserves. He considered taking drastic actions if not for the children. So he is thinking about what's best for them.
His parents were pre-hypertensive so he supposed so was he. He cannot afford to put himself in a situation or anything that will trigger hypertension. Also, he was not a violent person but he considers himself a smart person. So he thought, what is the best solution to this problem that will work for everyone? She would not listen to him and she would rather tell your enemy about issues concerning you. Enemy? He had never thought of someone as an enemy. It is not as if he is at a loss for what to do.
He was still lost in thoughts about how a man could inject himself into another man's marriage without any fear when a knock came on the door. "Please come on in."
Speak of the devil!
He welcomed Mr. Madu Okihe without any show of emotions. His father, a high priest of the Abiarufie deity had taught him never to show his emotions in front of the enemy. But that is not all that he was taught. He also knew a trick or two that would incapacitate Madu and ensure he never talks to his wife again.
He considered using this opportunity to conquer his enemy once and for all. But then he thought: the human mind is capable of dealing with all kinds of problems in a thousand different ways if we are willing to keep an open mind. Since expectation is the mother of disappointment, if he could make himself expect so little of his wife, she will continually fail to disappoint him.
Therefore, he thought he would leave the man unharmed and rather drop his expectations of all the things she prefers not to do. She would not respect me? Fine, I won't expect it and won't require it. There are millions of people in the world who would respect him, he thought.
After the pleasantries, they both shared a bottle of schnapps. Mr. Okihe took a shot of the spirit and poured libations for the ancestors and gods of the land.
"My prayer in the morning is the same as my prayer at night. Those who say we would not be seen, may they not be seen. The hawk can perch where the eagle perches. Anyone that refuses the other from perching, may it loose its grip and fall off."
"Iseeee," Alaeze responded. That's Amen.
They discussed their bone of contention and everything seemed settled. Madu was happy and went home. As soon as he arrived home, he felt a knot in his stomach and started throwing up immediately until there was nothing left in vomit. Before the rise of the sun the next morning, he had stopped breathing.
Alaeze was the prime suspect in the murder of Madu. In his defence, he stated that he did not offer Madu the drink they shared. It was a peace offering brought by Madu and which he graciously accepted and shared with him from the same bottle. How could he have poisoned him and remain unharmed himself. The elders were not convinced. An Oracle must be consulted, they agreed unanimously.
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The Oracle Proclaims...
When the delegation arrived at the Oracle, the chief priest was not available. He soon arrived with the leaves required for this particular divination. He welcomed his visitors and as was his tradition, let them know that he was aware of what brought them through the long and treacherous Road to Umuakpa kindred.
The chief priest began his incantation:
"The one I walk with! The eye with which I see! Do not let me be shamed. I'm not divining to poison or to kill. What I do is give children to the barren, heal the sick, cure those that have been poisoned and reveal hidden things," He said as he poured the cowries on the floor.
Suddenly, he shuddered and a tremor seemed to run from his head to his toes.
"What I see is incredulous!"
He turned to the accused Alaeze, "You are aware that there is blood on your hands, aren't you? Everyone think you are a drunk but you know that the source of your intoxication is far from the contents of a bottle. Do you remember the magic you did that almost claimed the lives of your children, thereby requiring you to sacrifice a newborn to marine spirits? That's why you seem to be drunk always. That is what intoxicates you but you already know."
He turned to Alaeze's wife and addressed her, "Don't look so shocked. You know the reason Okihe is dead!"
The Verdict...
As he said these words, he walked back into his chamber, leaving the delegation in confusion. Alaeze's wife was in the farm when Madu visited so she was not a suspect in the murder. They went home to inform the elders of what the Oracle said. They could not punish Alaeze's wife for the death of Okihe and they could not punish Alaeze for lack of evidence especially since the Oracle did not point to him. Therefore they ruled that Mr. Madu Okihe was killed by the gods!
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It's your boy Kels
@churchboy
Two people can be right simultaneously because there are no right and wrong in realization of a free person
Of course. Anger is a great enemy of the truth. Two people may be saying the same thing but because of anger and pride, fail to see that.
Becoming a big fan of your work homie. Big respect @churchboy
Opinions are becoming more and more divided in this world. And the lines between fact and opinion are becoming more blurred.
I especially loved Mr. Okihe pouring out the liquor for the ancestors and gods - lovely touch!
Looking forward to your next piece 👊🏼
I appreciate this. Thank you for the encouragement.
Great to connect with you. Your piece gives me encouragement so happy to reciprocate