Story By Akinware Abayo
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Akinware Abayo

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the love of a mother episode 1
Updated at Jun 3, 2025, 23:25
*The Love of a Mother*In the kingdom of Azura, where the sun dipped into the horizon and painted the sky with hues of crimson and gold, a poor man named Mr. Lowan lived with his family. He had a wife, Mrs. Lowan, and two children, Treasure and her brother. Despite their poverty, the family was filled with love and hope.Their small hut was on the outskirts of the kingdom, surrounded by lush greenery and a babbling brook. The family struggled to make ends meet, but they always found joy in each other's company. Mr. Lowan worked as a farmer, but the crops had failed, and they were on the brink of starvation.One day, Mr. Lowan decided to visit the king's palace to plead for help. He had heard that the king was a just and fair ruler, and he hoped that he would take pity on his family. As he entered the palace, he was greeted by the king's guards."My king, I beg of you, have mercy on me and my family," Mr. Lowan said, kneeling before the king. "We have no shelter, no food, and no means to survive."The king looked at Mr. Lowan with a mixture of curiosity and sympathy. "What can you offer me in return for my help?" he asked.Mr. Lowan thought for a moment before responding next on episode 2
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Unequal fate
Updated at Jun 3, 2025, 23:13
*Chapter 1: The Fall of a Family's Fortune*Mr. Bako was a man who took pride in his work. He had been employed at a reputable company for over a decade, providing for his family's every need. His wife, Mrs. Bako, was a homemaker, taking care of their three children: Sonny, Becher, and Angony. Life was good, but it all came crashing down one fateful day."I'm sorry, Mr. Bako," the HR manager said, her voice devoid of emotion. "The company is downsizing, and your position has been eliminated."Mr. Bako felt like he had been punched in the gut. He had always been a diligent worker, never missing a day or coming late. How could this be happening to him? He walked home, his head hung low in shame and despair.When he arrived home, his family noticed the distress on his face. "What's wrong, dear?" Mrs. Bako asked, concern etched on her face."I lost my job," Mr. Bako replied, his voice cracking.The family's life was about to change forever. The children's smiles would fade, and the parents' worries would multiply. The question on everyone's mind was: what next?
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