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Part 19/20 The king gave Queen Arìké, the house of Hassan and Sean came before the king, for Arìké has revealed everything about her background to the king. Sean was given the ring which the king took off from Hassan. Arìké also appointed her father over the house of Hassan. "Please my king, can you help us avert the evil plan of Hassan had written and the plot he had devised against us" Arìké asked as she knelt down. The king held out his staff to her and she rose and stood before the king as repeated what she said "My Queen, I cannot also watch my people getting destroyed. You can write as you please with regard to your people, in my name and seal it with the ring" the king said "Thank you my king" she said She told her father everything the king said, and he did as being told. Later in the day, Arìké father stepped out of the palace in royal cloths and beads, to meet his people as all the villagers, celebrated him. The people of Zion has light, gladness...

Part 17/18 Arìké father was still at the King's gate, he wanted to know the outcome of the dinner. The king and Hassan came to the Queen dinner, and as they were drinking wine after the dinner, the king again asked Arìké "What is your wish, Queen Arìké? And what is your request? Is shall be granted" Then she answered as she knelt down "If I have found favor in your sight, O king and if it pleases the king. Let my life be granted me for my wish and the safety of my people for my request. For I and my people have been sold, to be destroyed, killed and humiliated. Please, my king! Save us"  "Ta leni na (Who is the person), Ta loto se ru e (Who has dared to do this?) The king asked angrily "It's a foe and enemy! It is this wicked man here, Hassan" Arìké said and pointed to him.  Hassan becomes terrified before the king and Queen. "Iwo ni (It is you)" the king said as he was surprised.  The king rose up in anger, and went inside the palac...

Part 16 Hassan could not meet up that night because the pole took time and he was so tired. So, he promised to tell the king the next day in the night before the dinner as his wife and friend advised him  *NEXT DAY* Few hours before the dinner, the king decided to rest but he could not. He ordered the guard to bring the book of memorable deeds and read it to him. When the guard was reading it, he remembered again how Sean had told about the two officers, who planned to kill him. "What honor was given to Sean for this? He asked the guard "Nothing sir" his guard replied. While they were discussing, he heard the footsteps of someone and he asked his guard to check out "Who is in the court? He asked the guard "Hassan is here, standing in the court" the guard said "Bring him in" the king ordered. Though, he has come to speak to the king about having Sean hanged on the pole that has been prepared. The king thought that it will be good to ask him what t...

Part 14 After thinking, something dropped to her mind and she said "Tell him to go and gather together all the people and fast for me. They should not eat or drink for three days. I and my people here, will also fast here as they do. Then after the three days, I will go to the king even though it is against the law and if I perish I perish"  Those words from baami pushed her to take such decision and it reminded her of her position in Christ as she trusted God to help her Adeoye went and told him everything. Then he went away and told everything Arìké said to the people. Arìké father, conducted the prayer as they all prayed to God and believed he will save them from their enemy, Hassan.  Arìké and the women in the palace also observed the three days fasting and prayer. Without eating and drinking. She prayed that God order her step, and reveal what he wants her to do. She also prayed she obtained favor and grace in the sight of the king, just like the first day he saw her. ...

Part 13 When his people saw Sean (Arìké father), they also put on sack cloth with ashes and they weep "Olori (Queen), something is happening in this palace" one of her maid said "What is happening? Arìké asked "There is a man outside, who has refused to leave since morning. He is putting on sackcloth with ashes, it looks like a rag" her maid said "Really, who is the man? And how does he look like? Arìké asked passionately and they described him. Immediately, Arìké become uncomfortable. She knew it was her father. She got some clothes and sent her maid, to give him to put on and with the order to take off his sack cloth from him but he didn't accept them When the maid told her that he didn't accept the cloth, she knew something was troubling him as she summoned for Adeoye, one of the king guards who was assigned to her "Please, can you help me find out what is wrong with the man outside in front of the gate and why? " Okay ma" Adeoye ...

Part 12 Arìké father did everything he had to do and went to the palace. At least, he now has a business in the palace since his daughter is the Queen. Arìké wished she could tell the king that he is her father because she wasn't happy, seeing him sitting at the King's gate every time with the guards. One day, he was sitting at the King's gate as usual; when he heard two of the King's officers plan to kill the king. He quickly found a way, to tell Arìké. Arìké told the king about what she heard, using her Father's name (Sean). The king had it investigated and when he found out that it was true, he hanged the two officers. Her father was happy that he was able to save the king, but he still believed there are more people. In the evening, there was an inauguration in the palace, as the king elevated some people. Hassan, one of the King's servant was giving a seat of honor, above all the Prince because he pleased the king. After the inauguration, he came out as the...

Part Eleven Now, it was time for the beautiful young virgins to appear before the King. They were called in one by one. Those that went before Arìké, came out crying because they were rejected by the king. Arìké was scared and the remaining one after her was also scared but she kept praying. "It is your turn Arìké" Madu said to her. She asked for her advice as she was about to go in. Everyone who saw her favored her as she was taken into the King's palace. Immediately the king saw her, he was attracted to her more than any of the other women. He quickly set the Royal crown on her head and made her queen because she pleased him. The king made a great feast and they all rejoiced. Her father was happy when he heard the news as he was sitting at the King's gate. Arìké wished to introduce him as her Father, to the king but she remembered what he told her.  The whole village heard about the news as they rejoiced with her. Adigun and his friends were surprised. "Imagine...

Part Ten Arìké did not stop interceding for him.  Finally, it was the seventh day for the Queen to display her beauty to the people and Arìké father has woken up so early to prepare for the palace. "How do I look? He asked as he appeared to Arìké. They were not poor nor were they rich but they were satisfied with what they had. "You look great baami. Aren't you going to eat? She asked "No, I will do that when I come back. I just want to see the face of the Queen" he said and smiled. "Okay baa mi. I wish I can follow you but I have some things to attend to" she said "No problem, I understand. Let me quickly go, I will be right back" he said and left the house  *HOURS LATER* Arìké was at the backyard washing and singing, when her father ran inside shouting her name. "Arìké, leave what you are doing now and follow me" he said sharply Arìké was scared and asked "Baami, what happened? The Queen has been rejected because, she refused...

Part Nine Adigun was happy that he was able to escape while Arìké went inside to pray ahead of the Bible study It was time for the Bible study and Adigun was nowhere to be found, but  she wasn't bothered as if she knew he won't come. The people did not decrease, rather they increased. She thanked God for the lives of the people and continued with her teaching. When she was almost through with the teaching, Adigun strolled in and sat at the back roll. After the Bible study and people had gone home, he came to her. "Arìké, I am sorry for coming late. I had to follow my daddy to the farm to clear the entire weed. Moreover, your ministration today was powerful. More grace" he said "Oh...thank God. No problem, why don't you go home and rest? You must be really tired" she said "Yes I am, but I told myself I had to show up, no matter how tired I am" he said and smiled "Thank you. If you don't mind, I need to go inside" she said "Ple...

Part Eight  Adigun got to Arìké's house. Arìké told her father about him and he wasn't fully in support but he gave her the chance to talk with him... "Ko ko ko" Adigun knocked "Tani yen? (who is that?) Arìké asked as she moved closer to the door "It's Adigun" he said and adjusted his cloth. "Oh,Adigun" she said and opened the door. He entered and was surprised to see her father, as he greeted him "Daddy, this is Adigun and Adigun, this is my father" she did a brief introduction "Ahh...I know daddy" Adigun said and smiled "I also know Adigun, he is one of the hardworking youth in this village" her father said "Thank you Sir" he said and prostrated "Baami, I have to get something in my room" Arìké said as she went inside. "Adigun, you know, hard work without God in the equation is effortless. Do you know God? He asked " Yes sir, I even had an encounter with him last week " Adi...

Part Seven Adigun was happy as he rejoiced home. He could not wait to share the news, with his friends. Arìké father who was asleep, woke up at the sound of the opened door "Baami...mo ti de o(I am back o)" she said "Kaabo (welcome).. How was the journey? He asked and stood up Thank God. Let me quickly go and cook" she said as she carried the firewood to the backyard. Her father went to meet her, as they talked and laughed as she was preparing the food. When the food was ready, they sat down to eat. After eating, they prayed and went to sleep. Early in the morning, Adigun called all his friends for a meeting and they met at their usual spot. Instead of Adigun to talk, he was just dancing and his friends were wandering what was wrong with him. "Adigun, kilosele (What happened)? Ogidan one of his friends asked "Eyin oremi, oju ti yin (My friends, shame to you)" He said as he was dancing and they looked at each other "If I had known that you will br...

Part Six Arìké was singing and rejoicing, all through her way to the farm. She met several people, who greeted her. She was loved by the people of the village. Though, there are people who doesnt like her for any reason, but she didn't look down on anyone. She respected everyone, both the old and young. Getting to the farm, she packed enough sticks that will sustain her, for a long period of time. As she stepped out of the farm, she met Adigun. "What a coincidence! He said as he approached her "Adigun, what are you doing here? Have you been following me? She asked "No, why will I follow you. I came here to clear my father's farm and we meet. I think God orchestrated our steps" he said and smiled "Hmmm...Ehn ehn, that reminds me about our last discussion. You said you have been studying lately. So, I believe something prompted you. Can you tell me more? She said as they were walking Firstly, let me assist you with the firewood he said "No, please le...

Part Five Arìké was commonly known as Hadassah by the people. It was time for the meeting, as she could hear the voice of people talking and singing outside. "Why are their voices so loud? I thought you said they are 20 people, but it seems they are more than that? Her father asked her as they were about to step out. Daddy, they are only 20 people. Maybe it is the noise of the people passing by she said and smiled.. "That's true" he said and she opened the door as they stepped out but they were surprised by what they saw. "Jesu (Jesus) Arìké!" he shouted her name "Baami!" she said surprisingly "I thought it was only 20 people but what I am seeing is more than that. This is almost half of the village. How are we going to do this? He asked "Baami, my father will do it" she said as they moved closer to the people. Immediately the people saw her, they kept quiet as Arìké was praying within her. This time around, it was not only the yout...

Part Four "E ku irole o(Good evening o). Why are you sitting outside by this time? He asked as he stood in front of her "Baami, eyin na ni mo nduro de (It is you that I am waiting for)" she said as she stood up "Ahh..oshey omo mi(Thank you my child). Let's go inside" he said as they entered and locked the door. "Let me go and get your food and water" she said and went inside "Woo...Yoo da fun e(it shall be well with you). I am so hungry right now" he said as she brought the food before him "Hungry? Shey e jeun ni party ni? (Didn't you eat at the party?) And also, how was the party? She asked "Jeun ke (Eat?). I did not eat anything, I only drank a bottle of Pepsi. You know I didn't have an invitation card; I only went to feed my eyes. The party was great; those kings from the other land were just eating and drinking. My daughter, it is very good to know God and also have money. I could not even see the Queen, because she...

Part Three Arìké could not sleep, as her uncle hasn't returned back from the Kings feast and it was getting late. "What could have happened to baami. He has never been this late" she said as she sat outside. Not quite long, Adigun passed with his cow and he saw her. "Arìké" he shouted and waved to her but she didn't hear him as she was lost in thought.. "Arìké, se o gbo mi ni( Didn't you hear me?) He asked as he moved closer to her and tapped her "I didn't o, my mind has gone far. Ma binu(Don't be angry)" she said "No o, I am not angry. Why should I be angry with my Arìkémi" he said and smiled "Please, don't call me Arìkémi. Only Arìké is allowed and better still, you can call me Hadassah" she said "O da naa(Okay), I hope you aren't angry? And you said earlier that your mind has gone far, what were you thinking about? He asked "It's Baami, he hasn't come back from the Kings feast in the...

Part Two "Arìké, where have you been? Her father asked as she got inside. "I am sorry Baami(my father), I was discussing with Adigun" she said. Arìké calls her uncle her father, since she has no one except him and God. Ever since her father and mother died, he took her as his daughter. "Another guy again...Arìké my daughter I have warned you severally about these guys in the village. You cannot know more about a village than the owner o" he said "Baami, I am sorry but it is not my fault. They just keep coming and you are the one that told me, not to be rude to anyone" she said "Yes I know but I just want you to be careful. I have promised myself to take care of you and make sure, you don't make the wrong choice/ decision" he said passionately.. "I know, thank you Baami and I love you" she said and hugged him  "I know my daughter; I just want the best for you. In this village, most of the guys can be dubious and I don't...

Part One "Arìké is my native name but you can call me Hadassah. If you aren't convenient with those names, you can call me.... She was about to finish her statement before her father called her...."Arìké!" He shouted "We shall continue another time, I have to go and meet Baami(my father)" Arìké said to Adigun as she stood up  but he held her hand and said "Joor now, ma fi mi se le(Please, don't leave me alone). What I have to say, is very important" "Woo(see), leave me alone. We shall continue tomorrow. Next time, if you have something important to say, you will go straight to the point instead of asking questions. You know, time wait for no one" she said and her father called her again. "See, it is time for me to go o jare. Aa tun pade lojo mi(we shall meet another day), if God says so" she said and left his presence. Adigun friends, who were hiding at one side of the hut, came out and they started laughing... "Kilo n...