As the night wore on, Agaba found himself wide awake, his mind racing, for it left him too restless to train, his usual calm and focus shattered by the promise of chaos to come. As morning’s early light crept over the horizon, Agaba descended from his room, already prepared for the day ahead. The alarm’s ringing faded into the background as he approached the dining table, where his father sat, lost in thought. The weight of their shared concern bung heavy in the air. Agaba’s gentle voice broke the silence, “Dad?” he called, three times, before his father finally stirred. With a mixture of sadness and resolve, Ochekawo beckoned Agaba to sit beside him.“Son, I’ve been tormented by yesterday’s premonition”, he began, his voice laced with worry. “I know you, too, have been restless. Our worst fears have come to pass. The darkness we’ve long anticipated has finally arrived, and I fear it’s already within our city”. Agaba’s expression remained steadfast, his voice reassuring. “Don’t worr

As the robber-infernox burst through the foreboding gates, he was met with resistance from the hulking guardians of the inner sanctum. “let me pass!” he implored, his voice laced with desperation.The guardian, a towering figure with eyes that blazed like hot coals, sneered at the robber-demon. “Why should I grant you an audience with Ochenteji?” he taunted, his voice dripping with disdain.Undeterred, the robber-demon stood tall, his voice unwavering. “I possess information of the utmost importance, gleaned from the shadowy alleys. Information that could prove invaluable to our lord, Ochenteji”The guardian snorted, his ridicule biting. “what secrets could a lowly street thief like yourself possibly uncover? You’re nothing but a flea on the underbelly of our great kingdom, look at you, you look like someone that have been starving for 4 centuries(he laughed hard)”.The air was electric with tension as the robber-infernox’s anger simmered, threatening to boil over. “you dare mock me?

Mama Nnenna’s frantic voice echoed through the kitchen, “It’s my husband, something has taken hold of him!” As she watched Ochekawo rush out of the kitchen, Agaba burst in with Nnenna by his side.“What’s happening here?” Agaba demanded, his eyes scanning the chaotic scene.“Go upstairs, quickly! Your father needs your help to subdue Nnenna’s father. He’s under some kind of dark influence!” his mother urged.Agaba’s eyes widened in alarm. “What!”Nnenna rushed to her mother’s side, relief washing over her face as she saw her mother was alive. Her mother’s tears of joy were a stark contrast to the horror that had unfolded.Meanwhile, Ochekawo was halfway up the stairs when Nneka’s father came stumbling down, his eyes vacant, his clothes stained with blood, and a knife clutched in his hand. Ochekawo’s whisper was laced with a mix of fear and determination. “This is the work of a demon”.“Mr. Chinwe, please, drop the knife. Let’s talk this through”, Ochekawo coaxed.But Agaba knew bette

As Agaba stepped onto school grounds, he spotted Ahmed pacing anxiously beside his desk. The moment their eyes met, Ahmed sprinted towards Agaba, grasping his arm with an air of urgency. “Come on, we need to talk!” Ahmed exclaimed, nearly dragging Agaba away.“Hey, slow down! What’s got you so worked up?” Agaba asked, trying to shake off Ahmed’s grip.“Did you see the news?” Ahmed’s voice trembled with concern.Agaba’s expression turned somber.“Yeah, it’s crazy. My neighbor was even possessed! He almost attacked Nneka and her mom”. Ahmed’s eyes widened. “Is Nnenna okay?”Agaba teased, “Oh, you’re worried about her, huh? Looks like someone’s got feelings!”Ahmed’s face flushed. “Shut up, werey! I just care about her as a friend”. Agaba chuckled, then turned serious. “We need to investigate what’s going on. Twenty people died in one night - we can’t let that happen again. Let’s sneak out during break and scout the town for any leads on these beasts”. Ahmed’s confusion gave way to det

The storey building loomed before them, its crumbling facade a testament to years of neglect. Ahmed’s eyes widened as they stepped inside. “Wow, this is crazy! But won’t it look suspicious, the three of us with a girl sneaking off to an abandoned building every day?” Agaba’s grin was mischievous. “Let them wonder. Till they see us”. Jordan’s eyes gleamed with excitement as he sprinted towards a box. “check this out!” he exclaimed, leaping onto the box with an air of confidence. “It’s comfy!” Agaba’s smile was a challenge. “Now, Jordan, come at me with everything you’ve got!” As he spoke, he untucked his shirt and loosened his tie, his eyes flashing with anticipation. Jordan’s grin was a fierce warning. “Don’t say I didn’t warn you…Ha!” with a battle cry, he launched himself from the box, his feet pounding the ground in a blur of motion. He hurtled towards Agaba with a lightning-fast punch that left Ahmed and Nnenna awestruck. The collision between Jordan’s fist and Agaba’s grasp s