THE GIRL WHO HATED HOSPITALS (Episode 1)

THE GIRL WHO HATED HOSPITALS (Episode 1)

In the peaceful town of Ajaala, where the red soil meets the green hills, lived a young woman named Adaeze. She was 25, full of life, and known for her warm smile and kind heart. She worked as a teacher at the local primary school, where children adored her stories and laughter.

But Adaeze had a secret fear,she was terrified of hospitals.

This fear wasn't without reason. When she was a child, her beloved grandmother fell ill. Adaeze remembered the hospital's cold walls, the beeping machines, and the sterile smell.

She watched helplessly as her grandmother passed away, surrounded by strangers in white coats. Since then, Adaeze vowed never to step into a hospital again.

Years passed, and Adaeze remained healthy. She believed in natural remedies and trusted the local herbalist, Mama Nkechi, for any minor ailments. She felt strong, both in body and spirit. But one day, things began to change

It started with a slight dizziness. Adaeze would feel lightheaded when she stood up too quickly. Then came the fatigue. No matter how much she rested, she always felt tired.

One afternoon, while teaching her class, Adaeze felt a wave of nausea. The classroom spun around her, and she had to grab the desk to steady herself.

"Miss Adaeze, are you okay?" asked little Chika, her eyes wide with concern.

Adaeze forced a smile. "I'm fine, just a bit tired," she replied.

But she knew something wasn't right.
That night, Adaeze had a strange dream. She found herself standing by a calm river under a starry sky. A beautiful woman with flowing hair and eyes like the ocean appeared before her.

"Come," the woman said softly.

Adaeze followed her to the river's edge. The woman looked at her with a serious expression.

"You carry a burden, child. One that cannot be ignored."

Adaeze looked down and saw her hands covered in blood. She tried to wash them in the river, but the stains remained.

"Seek healing," the woman whispered before disappearing into the night.

Adaeze woke up in a cold sweat, her heart pounding. The dream felt so real

Despite the unsettling dream, Adaeze refused to go to the hospital. Instead, she visited Mama Nkechi, the village herbalist.

"Mama, I've been feeling unwell—dizzy, tired, and having strange dreams," Adaeze explained.

Mama Nkechi nodded and prepared a bitter herbal drink.

"Drink this. It will cleanse your spirit," she said.

Adaeze drank the concoction, hoping it would help. But her condition worsened.

One evening, as Adaeze walked home from the market, she felt an overwhelming urge to rest. She sat beneath an old iroko tree, its branches swaying gently in the breeze.

Suddenly, a man emerged from the shadows. He had eyes as deep as the ocean and skin that shimmered like moonlight.

"Adaeze," he said, his voice calm yet commanding. "You cannot escape your destiny."

"Who are you?" she asked, fear creeping into her voice.

"I am a messenger," he replied. "Your path is intertwined with forces beyond your understanding."

He reached out and touched her forehead. A surge of energy coursed through her, and visions flooded her mind—images of underwater kingdoms, spirits, and battles between light and darkness.

When she regained consciousness, Adaeze was alone beneath the tree, the evening sun casting long shadows.

Disturbed by the encounter, Adaeze sought out Elder ike, a respected seer in the village.

After listening to her story, he nodded thoughtfully.

"You are connected to the marine realm," he said. "A spirit from the water seeks to claim you. Your illness is not just of the body but of the spirit."

"What must I do?" Adaeze asked, desperation in her voice.

"You must confront your fears," he advised. "Seek healing in both the physical and spiritual realms."

That night, Adaeze stood at a crossroads. The hospital, a place she had long feared, now represented hope. The marine spirit's grip tightened, and time was running out.

Summoning her courage, she made a decision.

"I will face the hospital," she declared. "I will seek healing and confront whatever lies ahead."

To be continued...

We are not WEALTHY but we are HEALTHY