In search of prosperity: A story of risk and reward

A young man found himself in a dire financial predicament. His childhood chum, equally burdened by the weight of poverty, suggested a solution that promised a path to riches. They had to visit a native doctor.

The young man, desperate for a way out of their financial woes, agreed to the plan. His friend had heard of this opportunity through a former employer, who vouched for its authenticity and even offered to be their guide.

Little did they know, their journey to prosperity would lead them down a treacherous path fraught with danger and uncertainty.

They embarked on their journey at 9 pm, navigating through a series of remote paths.

After a lengthy and arduous trip, they arrived at what was initially described as a religious sanctuary by his friend’s ex-boss.

However, the reality was far more sinister—it was akin to a cult.

Stricken with fear and noticing his friend’s growing apprehension, they were greeted by the leader, a man draped in red cloth, who commanded them to remove their shirts and footwear.

With his friend’s former boss looking on, seemingly at ease, the two young men complied, their bodies trembling.

The native doctor, referred to as the ‘oga at the top,’ inquired if they were truly ready to pursue wealth. Despite their overwhelming fear, they affirmed their desire.

It was at this moment that the native doctor presented them with a condition for acquiring riches—a condition so alarming that the young man felt his only option was to flee.

And that’s precisely what he did, running as fast as he could from the chilling scenario that had unfolded before him.

The baba looked at them and told them the case was hard. He asked if they were best friends, and they replied in affirmation.

The situation that they found themselves in was a terrifying one. They were faced with the decision of choosing who would be sacrificed for the other to survive.

This was a situation that no one should ever have to face, and it left the writer feeling scared and confused.

As soon as the ultimatum was given, he looked at their friend and made a quick decision to run away.

They didn’t even bother to see if anyone was calling them back, they just ran as fast as they could.

This decision was made out of fear and desperation, and it’s understandable why the writer would react in this