Chapter 1A
Prologue:- The Oath
He was initiated at the age of eighteen (18)years , into the cult of Isuzu, a wicked goddess of wealth, fame and power .Mr. Stevens was promised riches and influence in exchange for strict obedience, including the horrifying terms involving his future first child. The underworld kingdom of Isuzu, organized a ceremony of oath that was seal with his life.
Chapter One: A cursed birth
After many years of enjoyment coming from Isuzu, he got marry to a very beautiful lady called Marie. She enjoys her husband's influence and power until she gave birth to her first child. A female (girl child ).
A baby girl came to this world with great sounds of lighting and thunderstorms. Mr. Stevens shower the baby girl and her mom with luxurious gifts.He was overly protective of the child's well being.
In the absence of her mother Marie, a lot of strange rituals took place around her crib.Why am I feeling so insecure ?Since the day that I gave birth to my baby girl, everything concerning her brought so much joy and laughter's to us as a family, but I still feel different.
Mrs. Stevens called on to the gateman to open the gate , for her to drive out of the compound with her baby , to see a relative.When she reach Annabelle's house, she wasn't around and she was not aware of Mrs. Marie Stevens' sudden visit at her house on that day.
Maybe I go and visit Irene my Church sister. She said to herself.When she enters her car to drive out of Annabelle's compound, she glance at her baby girl at the back seat of the car.She was fast asleep, and looking so beautiful with a fair skinned.Little Clara took in a deep breath, like she was about to wake up, but she was deep in sleep.
Lord, I thank you for giving me this precious gift that my husband is so happy.She kissed little Clara on her forehead, started the car and drove on.When She reached to Irene's house that was an apartment in a beautiful estate, she met Irene at home and she felt relief.
Thank God that you're here ! Said, Mrs. Stevens to her Church sister Irene.I was lonely at home. My husband is not around at the moment, he left the country for a business trip.There's this feeling that I have and I don't know why ?I just can't control it, so I decided to take a break.
Do you want to go on a vacation ?Asked Irene, no I don't and I don't think my husband will ever agree.But why ?You guys have money enough !Yes it's true, Said Mrs. Stevens to Irene.My husband don't want his baby to leave his sight for just a day .Okay, but he's not around right now as we speak.Is sh not out of his sight ? Asked Irene.
My sister, there's something I want to share with you.I think I can trust you. Yes, you can count on me, said Irene.You are prayerful and reserved member in our church.I'm all ears Sis. Said Irene.Since the day I conceive the pregnancy for this my baby that I'm holding, it always been some bad dreams and the others.
When I was about to give birth, for almost two week, I kept seeing strange things.Strange things like what, if I may ask ? Said Irene like so many strange things, she added.One was a dwarf that is always looking angry. Snakes of all sizes, kinds, and colors.Some may even try to talk to me like a human talking to another human.
What ? I just can't believe this you're saying !Is this really true ? Anyways you can go on.Whenever I experienced that, I can huryly run down stairs to our house help or security man for rescue.When I call my husband to him aware of all the happenings, he can turn it into a joke and say that my imagination is getting the best of me.
What ?
Are you serious ? Asked Irene again.Up till present, most times when I'm breast feeding my baby, I can see a green snake crawling beside me and my baby.Okay, let's pray, said Irene, they both held hands and began to pray.Irene being a spiritual person heard the voice of the supreme God from heaven, tell her that her husband is responsible for what is happening to she and the baby .
Irene is so mentral and quiet in handling things of the spirit.After praying, She set the table for she and Mrs. Stevens to eat.Your nanny is a very good cook.The food tastes really good. Said Mrs. Stevens. I'm glad that you're enjoying the food.After eating, they began to sing some Church's songs for almost an hour.Baby Clara was still sleeping, like no baby was around.She's sleeping for quite a long time now .At home, she sleeps for less than thirty minutes.
She will wake up with fears and become to shout with loud cries and her body will shiver with fears.Her skin will also burn with fever.I will hold her in my arms tightly, and pray with her.After praying, her temperature will become normal.Tomorrow, can we go and meet a pastor, since your husband is not around ?Yes of course, said Mrs. Stevens.We both know that my husband is a strong Christian, right ?He He will have no problem with me and the baby going to see a spiritualist.
Ooh I see .. Said Irene
By what time tomorrow, if I may ask ?1:30 pm will be okay for you and the baby.You will have to prepare yourself and the baby too.Yes it true Irene, said Mrs. Stevens .Bye... Irene wave to her and the baby while driving out of her compound going home.That night at home she and baby Cara slept soundly without disturbance.
Early in the morning at 6 am , she began to get ready to go and meet the pastor.A sound came from outside to the kitchen.It was the opening of the gate.A strange car enters the yard, Mrs. Stevens ran to the living room window to spy on what was happening.Her husband Mr. Stevens who traveled for two weeks, spent only four days and he was back without informing his wife.She ran out to the car and hug him happily.
Welcome back honey. She said with asigtment.You look different. How is my baby Clara doing too ?Clara is fine. How do you mean that I look different ?He answered, you look drained.Oh that ? Hmmmm I'm a young baby Mama who always having sleepless nights, just to take care as a mother.It's okay honey, he added. Kiss her on her forehead with a smile of pretence.She didn't notice him because she is totally innocent of everything.She enters the house, Clara your best Daddy is here !
We are on our way to see a Pastor, concerning those terrible dreams and visions that I see everytime in house .He almost got strangle with the water he was drinking.A Pastor ? He asked her with a deep voices.His eyes turned red .When did you started to meet Pastors concerning your home's matter ?
When she looks at him, she saw furious his face look, she was surprise.We won't take long honey .No way ! I said hell no !Ahhh honey, what is it ?Is there something that you need to tell me ?I want to know . She walked behind him leaving the dining room towards the bedroom.She didn't leave the house that identical day.
From that moment onwards, he hid herself and visited a lot of spiritualist to seek answers and fine solutions for her child's future.Mr. Stevens received a warning message from Isuzu.He ran to the temple in the spirit realm quickly.What is it ? Where did I ever go wrong against your rules ?Your wife is a big problem ! Spirit of Isuzu spoke angrily.She's taking the baby places that will set her free.Remember that your life depends on it !Kill her before, she destroy you !
Whatttt ?? How can I kill the one and only woman that I love ?
