Angelina was set Free

Chapter 7: Angelina Was Set Free

Ten months after Angelina became pregnant, Mr. Jack noticed that she should have given birth by now. They discussed the issue and decided to visit a hospital for a checkup.

The next morning, they went to the hospital, where the doctor informed them that Angelina needed an operation, which would cost five hundred thousand Naira.

They left the hospital anxiously, wondering how they would get the money for the operation.

As twelve months passed, Angelina's pregnancy continued, causing them further distress. A friend suggested visiting a native doctor for a solution. They agreed and were taken to the native doctor.

The native doctor consulted the oracle and informed them that a sacrifice to the gods was needed, specifically a ram.

Mr. Jack obtained a ram, presented it for sacrifice, and followed the native doctor's instructions to take the sacrifice to a roundabout area.

The native doctor advised them to remain patient, assuring them that Angelina would soon give birth to a baby girl. They believed his words and went home.

Two weeks later, they were invited to a church revival and attended the program.

During the prayer session, the prophet leading the prayers asked Mr. Jack and Angelina to see him after the service.

At the end of the service, they went to meet the prophet in the church office.

The prophet asked them to sit down, and they complied. He then asked Angelina, "How many months have you been pregnant?"

"It has been over a year," she replied.

The prophet said, "I see that your womb has been bound." He urged Angelina to recall any woman she might have offended.

Angelina remembered her actions against Mrs. Hope and informed the prophet. He advised her to seek forgiveness.

"Thank you so much, sir. I will go to her tomorrow and ask for forgiveness."

"Alright, may the Lord touch her heart."

"Amen," they replied together.

The prophet prayed for them, and after the prayer, they left.

The next day, Angelina attempted to visit Mrs. Hope, but upon arriving at the compound, she discovered that Mrs. Hope had moved, and no one knew her new location.

In the evening, Angelina and Mr. Jack visited the prophet to update him on their situation.

The prophet advised them to fast and pray for seven days, trusting in God's guidance.

Angelina and Mr. Jack committed themselves to the fasting and prayer, attending church every day.

At the end of the seven days, they returned to the church to meet with the prophet.

The prophet shared a vision from the Lord, explaining, "Tomorrow evening at six, go to the beach. You will find a fisherman with a single fish. Buy that fish from him and take it home. Cut it open and inform me of anything you find inside."

Expressing their gratitude, they promised to return with news the following evening and then left the church.

The next day, Mr. Jack and Angelina went to the beach as instructed.

They encountered a fisherman who had caught a single fish after trying all day. Frustrated, the fisherman was about to leave when Mr. Jack asked to buy the fish.

The fisherman refused to sell.

"This is the only fish I have caught today, and we need it at home. I want to take it home."

"Okay, sir, I understand, but how much do you want to sell it for? Just tell me any amount, and I will buy it."

"Bring five thousand Naira."

"Please, let us buy it for four thousand Naira."

"No, in fact, I am not selling it anymore."

"Alright, I will give you five thousand Naira."

Initially reluctant, the fisherman eventually agreed to sell the fish for five thousand Naira.

Mr. Jack paid the fisherman, placed the fish in a bag, and returned home with Angelina.

In the kitchen, Angelina began cutting the fish while Mr. Jack washed up.

To their surprise, they discovered a padlock and a key inside the fish.

Struggling to unlock the padlock, they called the prophet to inform him of their findings.

The prophet asked them to bring the items to the church the following day at 2:00 p.m.

Eager to unravel the mystery, Mr. Jack and Angelina prepared to return to the church, unaware of what awaited them.

On Wednesday, they arrived at the church before 2:00 p.m. and found the prophet in his office.

"Good afternoon, sir," they greeted him.

"Welcome. The Lord has already revealed to me that you would discover a padlock in the fish. The Lord has answered your prayers," the prophet responded.

Angelina handed the padlock to the prophet, saying, "Sir, we tried to open it but couldn't."

The prophet replied, "There was a time set for the padlock to open, which is three years after it was locked. But don't worry, the Lord will guide us."

After a brief pause, the prophet continued, "I will take the padlock to the altar now and place it in the holy water. Then, we will pray for three hours before attempting to unlock it."

"Thank you so much, sir," Mr. Jack expressed his gratitude.

They proceeded to the altar, where the prophet immersed the padlock and key in the holy water.

The prophet rang the bell, signaling the beginning of their prayers.

For three hours, they prayed fervently, and once they concluded, the prophet retrieved the padlock and key from the water and unlocked it.

Suddenly, Angelina began experiencing labor pains.

Mr. Jack hastily took her to the hospital, where they were surprised by the absence of pain during the delivery process.

Angelina gave birth to a baby girl with ease.

Word of the miraculous, painless delivery spread, leaving people amazed by the incredible event.

Overjoyed with their new bundle of happiness, Mr. Jack and Angelina named their baby girl Joy.

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Three years later, Mr. Jack's mother, Happiness, returned from Ghana to stay with her son.

On the second day of her arrival, Mr. Jack prepared tea for himself in the kitchen. Happiness woke up and found him eating breakfast alone in the sitting room.

"Good morning, ma," he greeted her.

"Good morning, my dear. How was your night?" she asked.

"Fine, ma."

"Where is your wife?"

"She's still in bed."

"Still in bed at this hour? Who made the tea for you?"

"I made it myself."

"Shouldn't your wife be up early to make tea for you?"

"I didn't want to disturb her. She'll wake up soon and cook for the family."

"A good wife should be up by five. When are you leaving for work?"

"I'll leave after breakfast."

"Alright, I know what to do," Happiness said and went back to the bedroom.

Happiness quickly noticed that Angelina was a full-time housewife, jobless, and only taking care of the children and home. She didn't like the situation and advised her son to send Angelina back to her parents.

Angelina woke up at 6:30 a.m. and found Happiness watching television.

"Good morning, ma," she greeted her mother-in-law.

"Good morning," Happiness replied, glancing at the clock. "Look at the time you woke up—6:30 a.m.! You should be awake by five, especially for Samba's sake, as he needs to go to school."

"I'm sorry, ma. I'll wake up earlier tomorrow as you advised."

"Okay."

"What would you like to eat, ma?"

"I'd like some pap this morning."

"I'll make it for you right away," Angelina replied as she headed to the kitchen.

Later, Happiness shared her concerns with Mr. Jack, expressing disappointment that Angelina was unemployed. She suggested that Angelina should find a job to support her husband financially.