Ochieng' and His Wife Leave Keniya

In the deserts of the Nothern areas, the citizens of Keniya had long forgotten about the impending war for there were no signs even after a month had gone by. They even wanted to go back to their various homes but they unanimously agreed that they would do so once the gifted people who went for war came back.

Three days ago, when they were in their day-to-day activities, they saw their warriors, seers and tribe heads marching triumphantly towards the camp. In front of them were seven people with four beasts. These people were however not as happy as the warriors behind them. They had lost some of their comrades after all.

Many stopped whatever they were doing. They looked for members of their families and people hugged joyfully. Until the next day in the afternoon, people celebrated their victory against the Black Fiends. Cattle were slaughtered, their blood were poured on the grounds as libations to appease the ancestors, as white strands of smoke seemed to connect the camp with the heavens.

At noon, the people gathered to do a simple ceremony to honor Kuru, lions tribe head and Mang'weya. After that, the remaining lion beasts bid Ochieng' farewell before leaving to go and burry their brothers honorably. Ochieng' could not go with them because he also had his own plans. Okeyo, Mboya and those from the Halls of Righteousness took Kuru with them to a place where only them knew.

Ochieng' met Apeleka's people and his in a particular tent and he was officially given Apeleka as his wife. After seeing what would have befallen them—Apeleka's people—and how much Ochieng' had sacrificed for the well being of mankind, apart from respect they had for him, it was a great honor for them to have their daughter married to him.

For the rest of the day, Ochieng' met with all the tribe heads and the seers to help them have enough power to protect their people. Later in the night, he met with Labosa, Mwiga and Oyamo to request them to protect Keniya. They readily agreed.

Today was the day everyone was going to leave this camp to go to their various homes. People woke up early to pack their things. After which, they all gathered in a valley not too far away. On a hill close by, Ochieng' stood with Apeleka beside him. They stood across the people. The people bowed respectfully in gratitude for what the young man had done for them.

He told his people the previous day that he would leave with his wife to see the world. He had been asked to stay with his people for a few days before then, but he declined.

His plan was to see the world beyond the heavens. He also wanted to avenge the god he now was. Before he descended to the Crimson land the other day, the One from above asked him to pass by their palace first before his adventure. Most of the questions he harbored would be answered there. He was eager and he could not wait for long. His people and Apeleka's at last agreed to let them go albeit unwillingly.

"Apeleka, let me go with you."

As soon as the people stood, they heard Jakony's sad voice not too far away. White wings had already appeared on Ochieng's back. His arms were wrapped tightly around Apeleka. He was almost setting off. Ochieng' could only nod in agreement. The bird landed on On Apeleka's shoulder and he flew away. The people stood there looking at the sky as the three disappeared into the clouds.

"It was nice meeting you Ochieng'. I just hope my little daughter will have a good life with you." Jade Eagle sighed.

"Thank you and please take care of my people and my friends from the forbidden land."

Jade Eagle was surprised to hear Ochieng's voice. He wanted to say something but he felt unfathomable power flow inside him. He understood what this meant and he could not help but thank Ochieng'.

"I'm grateful brother. You can always count on me."

It also disappeared as soon as that conversation was over. This left the people who were already leaving look at the skies once again in wonderment. They did not know that Ochieng' who was now a god would send blessings to them. This was especially for Karachuo where he came from. With his friends around as well, the people would enjoy an endless peace and Ochieng's name would transcend time to be mentioned by thousands of generations that would come.

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Special thanks to those who followed and are still following The Legend of Karachuo. It had been my wish to share the adventures of Ochieng but due to day to day activities, I had to end the story abruptly. The dream never died and I am on a project to give the story as I had intended in a series called Tekidi. I hope my readers will enjoy being part of Ochieng's adventure. It may take some time. When the first part is out, I will update the author's thought.