Stuck in Congo

chapter 3

The sun beat down on the jungle, casting dappled shadows on the forest floor. Nk, Kelvin, and Chris stood at the edge of the waterfall clearing, marveling at the natural wonder. But as they gazed out at the misty veil, Nk noticed a faint rustling in the underbrush. He turned to Chris, his eyes locked on the spot.

"Chris I think we have company," Nk whispered his voice low and urgent.

Chris's expression turned serious as he followed the gaze. "Get down,"he mouthed

his eyes scanning the surrounding area.

Kelvin sensing the tension, crouched low to the ground, his eyes darting between Nk and Chris. The rustling grew louder and Nk's heart skipped a beat. Suddenly, a figure emerged from the jungle, AK-47 at the ready.

The man's eyes locked onto the trio and Nk's instincts kicked in. "Run!," he shouted, grabbing Kelvin's arm and pulling him under the waterfall.

As they sprinted sprinted across the clearing more men came out the woods surrounding them.

Nk, Kelvin and Chris were dragged deeper into the jungle, their hands bound behind their backs. They were thrown into the makeshift hut bruised and battered.

Days passed and the torture began. One the men said" you foreigners deserve this. You have taken our brothers and sisters to become slaves for what huh piece of change. We would like to do the same to you but the difference is we will be making million of dollars out of you," he said laughing with the others.

Nk ,Chris and Kelvin didn't know what to say. The pain was intense the fear overwhelming. Nk and Kelvin were convinced they were going to die. Chris's resolve seemed to be wavering but he refused to give in.

One night as they were being dragged out for another round of torture, Chris made a move. He head butted one of the guards,taking him down. In the chaos,Nk and Kelvin managed to get free.

They sprinted through the jungle. The sound of gunfire and shouting behind them. They ran for what felt like hours, the darkness and the fear driving them forward.

Suddenly they stumbled into the clearing and a figure emerged from the shadows. It was unclear if it was a friend or foe.

The figure stepped forward, his features illuminated by the moonligh. Nk and Kelvin tensed, ready to strike. But before they could react the figure spoke.

"Welcome Chris I see you brought some friends.

Chris's eyes dropped, a mix of fear and resignation on his face. Nk and Kelvin exchanged glances. What was going on ?

"Boss," Chris muttered , his voice barely audible

Nk's eyes widened as the figure stepped closer, a cold smile spreading across his face.

"You are working for him?"Nk's voice was voiced with shock and betrayal. The figure was one of the men who spoke to them when they were captured about being slaves and stuff.

Chris nodded slowly , his eyes fixed on the ground.

The boss chuckled, a low menacing sound.

" You see, Chris here has been working for me for a while now. And I think it's time you two learn truth about your adventure.