CHAPTER TWENTY-ONE
The fish perched on a stone close to the sea, and bid farewell to Oma and his wife. It was at sunrise when they got on their way back into the forest, where the huge tree stood. Lovingly, the fish cautioned the couple about some dangerous traps that the demon had set for them. “Beware of the traps of your enemies,” it warned. “They are adorable and pleasing to look at, but inside them are everything that kills.” “We won’t forget your words, Everlasting Helper, because your words are true,” Mansa said to the fish, as Oma waved at it. The fish continued to perch on the stone till Oma and his wife got out of sight. And then, it jumped into the sea and swam away. Determined more than ever to accomplish their mission, Oma and Mansa walked through the dense forest towards the huge tree. They
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