EDITED DESTINY BY BAYO ONUWAJE

 

EDITED DESTINY

A Short Story By BAYO ONUWAJE

 

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THE SYNOPSIS OF THE STORY

A powerful herbalist, driven by jealousy, manipulates fate to transfer the bright destiny of Stanley, to his nephew, Amaechi. Thirty years later, Stanley discovers the truth and reclaims his destiny with the help of another herbalist. However, the reversal comes with a cost, and Amaechi's life unravels, exposing the family's dark secrets and ultimately leading to their downfall.

EDITED DESTINY

 

In the small village of Nnobi, two young men, Amaechi and Stanley, lived vastly different lives despite being raised in the same household. Their father, Chief Nwosu, had two wives, Mama Ikechukwu and Mama Stanley. Mama Ikechukwu had three children, with Amaechi being the youngest, while Mama Stanley had only one child, Stanley.

One fateful week, both wives gave birth to their children, with Stanley being born a few days before Amaechi. During the naming ceremony, Mama Ikechukwu's brother, Amadi, a powerful herbalist, visited the family. Amadi possessed a keen sense of observation and discovered that Stanley was gifted with a bright destiny from God. Consumed by jealousy, Amadi hatched a plan to divert Stanley's destiny to Amaechi.

Amadi confided in his sister, Mama Ikechukwu, revealing Stanley's glorious future and proposing that they manipulate fate to benefit Amaechi. Initially, Mama Ikechukwu was hesitant, sensing the moral implications of such an act. However, Amadi's persuasive arguments and promises of greatness for Amaechi eventually won her over.

Weeks passed, and Amadi prepared four beads, two for Stanley and two for Amaechi. He instructed Mama Ikechukwu to give the beads to Mama Stanley, telling her that they were a gift to be worn on Stanley's ankles. Mama Ikechukwu was to wear the other two beads on Amaechi's ankles. Unknown to Mama Stanley, the beads had been fortified with a spell that would transfer Stanley's destiny to Amaechi.

As instructed, Mama Ikechukwu presented the beads to Mama Stanley, who accepted them without question. Meanwhile, Amadi began his dark ritual, casting a spell that would last for seven days. With a satisfied expression, Amadi confirmed the spell's success, and Stanley's destiny was transferred to Amaechi.

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Thirty years went by, and the lives of the two young men became more different. Amaechi had become a successful graduate, working in a reputable establishment, married with children, and owning his own house. Stanley, on the other hand, was struggling to make ends meet as a bus conductor. Despite their differing circumstances, Amaechi's success came at a cost – he had become estranged from his stepbrother and stepmother, thanks to Mama Ikechukwu's poisonous influence.

One day, Stanley reached his breaking point. Seeing his mother struggling while his stepmother and Amaechi lived comfortably, he sought the help of a different herbalist. This herbalist revealed a shocking truth: Stanley's destiny had been stolen and given to Amaechi. Stanley was devastated, feeling betrayed by his own family.

The herbalist offered Stanley a way to reclaim his destiny. They would need to perform a similar ritual, using beads fortified with a new spell. However, they needed to get Amaechi to wear the beads without suspecting anything. They devised a plan to use Amaechi's sister, Ijeoma, to gift him the beads.

The plan worked, and Amaechi wore the beads, unaware of the spell being cast. The herbalist successfully restored Stanley's destiny, and Amaechi's fortunes began to decline. As Amaechi's life unravelled, Mama Ikechukwu realized what had happened and sought Amadi's help. Amadi discovered that the spell had been broken, and Stanley's destiny restored.

However, there was a catch – if the destiny wasn't returned to Amaechi within 21 days, the consequences would be dire. Despite their efforts, nothing seemed to work, and Amaechi's life continued to spiral out of control. Eventually, he lost his mind, and the family's dark secrets were exposed.

The aftermath was brutal. Chief Nwosu chased Mama Ikechukwu out of the house, and she became homeless, shunned by her family and friends. Amadi's whereabouts remained unknown, leaving behind a trail of destruction.

Stanley, now restored to his rightful place, reflected on the journey that had brought him to this point. He realized that his destiny was not just a product of circumstance but also a testament to the power of resilience and determination. As for Amaechi, his fate served as a reminder that manipulating the course of others' lives can have devastating consequences.

The story of Edited Destiny became a cautionary tale, warning against the dangers of meddling with the fates of others and the importance of embracing one's true path in life.

 

The end.

 

 

SOME NOTABLE LESSONS FROM THE STORY

 

1. Don't envy others' success: Amadi's jealousy of Stanley's destiny led to a series of unfortunate events.

2. Consequences of manipulating others' lives: Altering someone's fate can have devastating repercussions.

3. Resilience and determination: Stanley's ability to reclaim his destiny showcases the power of perseverance.

4. Honesty and integrity: Mama Ikechukwu's deceit and manipulation ultimately led to her downfall.

5. Karma: The story suggests that what goes around comes around, and one's actions can have severe consequences.

6. Family dynamics: The story highlights the importance of harmony and trust within families.

7. Self-discovery: Stanley's journey emphasizes the importance of understanding one's true potential and purpose.

These lessons offer valuable insights into the human experience and the consequences of our actions.

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