This story is by Neku Onoja and was part of our 2021 Spring Writing Contest. You can find all the writing contest stories here.
All alone with nothing left, Kekoa, the brave one who nearly escaped and also escaped being eaten by the piranhas. He is forced to go on a terrible journey as a punishment for his stubbornness, but before we get to that let’s step back in time to see how all of this happened.
In a small village somewhere located on an island where it is known for its peace and unity with the people, but not everyone thought of the village this way because they were jealous of a prince called Kekoa. He is not only the heir to the throne, but he is also a spoiled child. Who is believed to bring destruction rather than peace to the village? Well, at least what they think.
One instance that proves his demise is when he was walking in the market one day as people looked with both fear and disgust, as Kekoa stopped and looked around with a smirk. As soon as he smirks, everyone disappears but his next victim. As he approaches his next victim, shaking in fear, he opens his mouth. His teeth are that of a shark, and from his throat to his mouth came a glowing bright light which was sucking the soul out of his victim, every single drop out of him.
‘Ha!’ rejoiced Kekoa. ‘Now who could dare stop me now, for yet I have another victim and there is no one here who can stop me. Hahaha!’
Rejoicing like he is invincible, unknowingly to him, the angels heard of this and had enough. They went to tell God of his doing before he would torture more innocent people’s souls.
‘Ancient One!’ exclaimed Angel Micheal.
‘What is it, Angel Michael?’ asked God.
‘Father, it is Kekoa. He…’ explained Michael.
‘I know.’ God interrupted, with a look on his face.
‘So what do we do Father?’ asked Micheal.
‘I shall go down there and talk to him myself.’ replied God.
‘But Father…’ complained Michael.
‘Do not worry, for he is my child whom I shall not touch or harm, but I shall punish him for his selfishness.’ explained God. ‘Now that we know the plan, we shall go.’
‘Yes, King!’ exclaimed both angels.
’Open the gate!’ God commanded.
As the gates of heaven opened under His command, and as the angel prepared with their weapons and armor, which then went through the gate which led to heaven. As they arrived, the Earth began to shake like that of an earthquake, the animals hiding in fear as they heard the footsteps of the Lord getting bigger. Even the birds scatter into the air as they feel his presence. The village people too could feel His presence and fled to hide, but the Lord only came for Seiko.
‘Prince Kekoa, why hath thou hiding from me?’ God questioned.
‘My, my, my Lord!’ Prince Kekoa exclaimed. ‘I have not forsaken thee, my Lord.’
‘Then why are you torturing and killing innocent blood?’ God commanded.
‘I, I…’ Prince Kekoa stammered, putting his head down in shame.
‘For you have not changed Kekoa, and as for I shall punish for eternity.’ God decided.
‘No my Lord! Anything but eternal punishment, I beg of you.’ pleaded Prince Kekoa.
‘You should have thought of that before killing my people. As from now on, as part of your punishment, you shall not be human anymore, for I shall turn into a werewolf who shall wander into the wilderness of the Forbidden Forest for eternity, and you will not eat or drink as you do your punishment.’ God demanded.
Just as God commanded, his body began to change, his hands and legs turn into a werewolf, his ears as long and hairy like a werewolf, his nose long and wet, his teeth sharp and long, his eyes glowing as bright as a star, his face, and body full of hair. Looking with despair and shame, he could not carry all these burdens. So decided to lighten the burden he carries.
‘I know all this burden may seem too much for you, but since you are still my child, I shall let no one nor nothing to harm you for you is anointed.’ God explained.’ Now go, and begone from me, and face your punishment.’
‘Yes, my Lord.’ Prince Kekoa obeyed, as he proceeded into the Forbidden forest.
‘My Lord, why did you not just kill him and get over with it?’ Angel Michael asked.
‘Why would I? For he is still one of my children, and I love all my children whether bad or good, I still love them especially when they seem to be non-perfect.’ explained God.
‘But Abba. Kekoa has killed so many people, why do you forgive so easily when the cries of the innocent people are pleading for mercy?’ Angel Micheal questioned.
‘I am aware of the people he killed, but he is still my child and I still love him. Now is there anything you still want me to explain?’ God asked.
‘No…’ replied Angel Michael.
‘Look.’ God said, as he put his hand on his shoulder.’I know you are angry, and you have every right to be, but that is my child, and deserves to live, for it is not yet his time to die.’ God explained.
‘Alright, Father. For I trust you and have no right to doubt you because you always tell the truth and everything you say always has a reason for it.’ Angel Michael obeyed.
So God and Angel Michael prepared to go back to heaven, while Kekoa, who is a werewolf, began to wander in the forest: hoping to please God, but when he thought he could he found two creatures who looked like mermaids only this time they had legs.
Note the conversation going on is between Keiko and Seiko. Seiko is the first to speak followed by Keiko.
‘Well hello there,’ said one of the mermaids ‘Are you lost little one? If you are you could come with us.’
‘Stop it, Keiko.’
‘Why Seiko? You always love to spoil the fun. Hmph.’
‘Well because this is an anointed one, and we are not allowed to touch.’
‘You mean..’
‘Yes, he’s one of them, besides no normal person would come here unless they have a reason too.’
‘Well, I guess that explains it. Come on Seiko, let’s get out of here.’
‘Hold on!’
‘What?’
‘He looks lost shouldn’t we help him.’
‘What?! Are you crazy? Do you know He belongs to God, and we are not allowed to touch him or go near him for whatever reason at all?’
‘I know already, but we still have to help him.’
‘Oh please. Don’t you remember when God abandoned us when we needed Him most?’
‘Abandoned? He didn’t abandon us, we betrayed Him, remember. We fell for the devil’s trap and it disappointed Him a lot, but we still have a chance to change and go back to Him.’
‘But what if He doesn’t want us back?’
‘Well, I hope that won’t happen.’
‘See! Even if you are not sure about it how do you know?’
‘Because He is a good God who will always be there for us, for He loves us. Now come on, let’s go.’
As Kekoa watched the interaction between these two creatures, he noticed something about Seiko which he never knew before. He saw the humility and loyalty in which Keiko showed how much she loved God by displaying just how much she really loves God. All this left him speechless and made him realize he needed to drop his pride, so he could change to please both himself and God.
Kekoa knew he could not do this alone, so he decided to ask for Keiko and Seiko’s help, but to tell them because he could not talk which was part of the punishment he got as a werewolf. So now he knew he was doomed for he did not know any other way to tell him, so in order to get their action, he decided to act like a werewolf.
‘What is it? You can’t talk because it is part of your punishment for pride and selfishness isn’t it? Oh wow, that’s sad, but you want to make it up to God by restoring yourself.’ Seiko interpreted.
‘Wow! That’s a lot to understand for an animal interpreter.’ Keiko exclaims.
‘While thanking you.’ Seiko replied, sarcastically.
They both looked at each other and just laughed. This made Kekoa’s heart filled with warmth, for he has never had this feeling for a while. Just when everything seemed to be perfect, the ground began to shake and the ground opened which swallowed but Keiko and Seiko. Kekoa left alone ran and ran thinking he escaped only to be found in the river where the piranhas were eating him alive.
Kekoa tried to fight so much and struggled, but luckily for him, he managed to survive his death as God promised. Left all alone, Kekoa was left to walk all alone in despair, and continue to go on his journey on his own, for he has learned the consequences of his actions. What will happen next? Who will be his next helper? Are Keiko and Seiko still alive? These questions are to be answered in the next story.
I just can’t wait to read what happens next
A really intriguing piece!
GOD’s Mercies…quite interesting
Wow very interesting and captivating
Your potential for story telling is quite remarkable. Keep it up
Interestingly we enjoy God’s mercy and we don’t see it.Welldone Neku..
Thought provoking story. This shows the character of God…ever loving and merciful. Well done Neku!
Good job Neku, you are doing well…..keep it up. We proud of you.
Good job from a good ambassador, keep getting better.
A nice read.
Wow, interesting read. Great imagination and writing skills. Wsy to go girl!
Here we see the mercy and forgiving nature of God.
Interesting! What happens next? Can’t wait to read. Well done Neku
Beautiful story,well done to you.
Waiting expectantly for the next story. Great job Neku
Beautiful read, insightful
You have impressive writing skills Neku. With this attribute, i’m optimistic that you’d soon become an exceptional writer of international repute
Wow what a merciful and compassionate God. I can’t wait for the next story.
Kekoa received punishment that is worst than death. For he was converted to a werewolf, though he was a Prince.
So interesting, I can’t wait for the next part.
A story teller in the house. Just awesome
Am proud of you girl. Waiting to see how it all ends.
Beautiful piece
Weldone Neku. You definitely have good potentials at writing stories. The lessons were clear and you kept us eagerly anticipating the next move. I wish you God’s help as you explore this potential in you.
I love the suspense, it’s been long I read something like this i’m grateful I did waiting for the unanswered questions to be answered.
I love this write up can’t wait to see it on the stand
Very interesting! There is consequence for every action… I can’t wait for the next part.
Beautiful story I must say
Interesting piece ❤️
Beautiful!
A beautiful piece!
Great idea and a strong imagination displayed here!
Nice piece
Intriguing!!
Interesting story, You did well Neku, ,!!!
Make sure that story can touch lot of people.
Waiting for next.
Interesting piece.
Beautiful piece. Keep it up Neku Onoja
A great piece of work. I love the imagination Neku.
Keep up the good work
Wow. Brilliantly amazing and interesting. Here you go girl. We will win. More breakthroughs.
The story is thoughtful and highly inspiring. Great master piece. Looking forward to the next edition. God bless you and make you more excellent.
Wow!!! Can’t wait to read the next. Well done Neku
Beautiful. Nicely done. Looking forward to the next one
Nice 1 neku
Next pls…..
This is beautiful . Weldon dear,
Nice and well written story. Keep it up
Nice one
A great piece. Well done, Neku!
Interesting… Am definitely ready again and again
Wow! Very intriguing.
Thumbs up Neku!
Wow this is interesting.pls when is the next part coming can’t wait
Great job girl! Greater heights in Jesus’ name
Very interesting , nice work
Wow this is so amazing, you have a great and creative mind, I love the way you started your story.
Well it’s good
This is so good to read. Interesting.
Twas worth the read.
Nice one Neku
Well done
Nice one
Learnt some things
Woww
So interesting I can’t wait to read it all
Fantastic. It’s a great one
Very detailed… Beautiful
Quite intriguing and suspense packed.
Interesting Story… Beautiful
Lovely piece of writing Uneku! Explaining the love of God to his creations is so beautiful . God bless you dear.
This is so lovely
Wow! Nice one
My God this piece is divinely inspired, more of God’s inspiration sir,to keep writing to the glory of his name.
Good very, work good
Good job Neku! What an interesting story.
Nice one
Wow this is nice
Job well done
A nice piece
Very intriguing!!!
I love your work
Nice work
Nice now neku, keep up the good work
So lovely nice work
Perfect,so nice
Perfectly ok no mistake
We need people like in writing. You so good
More strength and knowledge dr
Keep up the good work
People need to read this and learn from it
I love it nice work
Ohh very good
Very good work dr neku my neku
Your hands are bless dr
All the best, always find strength in the lord
Fantastic
Next Chimamanda warming up. Kudos Neku
Beautiful write up. Success all the way
waooo I am proud of u hoping to see u come out with flying g colours
This is not a piece you get to read everyday, a rare piece. It’s an incandescent story. Bless up cousin
Woa, this is lit, an awesome piece anticipating for more. Kudos couz!!!
This is a very dynamic story
I loved it
Nice one
Amazing story Keku. Thumbs up
Interesting… excited about kekoas next adventure
Wow this is great
Nice work
Very interesting story
Very interesting,nice work dr up neku
Neku neku GOd bless you dr nice work
Wow. Lovely.
The book is intriguing. Recommended for All.
This piece is lovely.
Go get it Neku! Great piece.
I love this piece
Nice piece.
Nice story, can’t wait for the next
Awesome