The Joyful Woman

Chapter 1. Joy Joy is a beautiful woman with a beautiful heart. She is trustworthy, God fearing, kind, intelligent, caring, loving and industrious. She has five siblings, she is the eldest daughter of her family. She is intelligent when she was in primary and secondary school education, she performed well in her education carrier. She always come first position in the class. During the break period when she was in secondary school, she stays in the class to study her books, and teach her classmates. Her teachers love her because she is intelligent and love to teach her classmates too. So many people love her because of her personality, humble and respectfulness. Her mom told her that every where she go people tell her that they love her daughter, that she is the best of her children. Joy's mom love her so much and fully supported her during her education carrier from primary to university level. Joy is originally from a town called Everland in West Africa. Everything was moving smoothly in Joy's life with a very bright future until her police officer uncle came into her life with the interior motive of destroying her. One faithful day, Joy's uncle sad to her dad, your daughter is intelligent, friendly and she performs well in her education carrier, she can also perform well in the police force. I would love to help her to join me in the police force. Her dad replied, i will discuss it with my daughter. Her dad said to Joy, uncle Victor would like you to join him in police force. She replied, i would not love to join police force, her dad said to her, why? In order to know her reason. She replied to her dad, because police force is corrupt, her dad smile, she said and especially, i would love to further my education and become a lecturer in the university in the future because i love to teach others. Her dad said to her, you are right, education is very important in life. I would also love to train you to further your education because you are intelligent and more importantly education is what you need to acquire knowledge because knowledge is power. She smile and hug her dad, said to her dad, i love you dad, her dad replied, i love you more my daughter. Joy's dad told the police uncle that her daughter refused to join him in police force and more especially he would love to train her daughter in education to university level. But he became very angry with Joy, her dad and also the entire family, he was disappointed. He vow to become an obstacle in Joy's life towards achieving her dream in life to further her education and become a lecturer in the university because she has the zeal of learning and teaching right from her primary and secondary education, she loves to impart the knowledge she has to others. Her uncle started to threaten Joy's life in other to make her life miserable and not to accomplish her educational carrier. Joy got admission into university to study International Relationship, her uncle heard the news and was very sad, he decided to use the opportunity to accomplish his devilish mission of killing Joy because he wouldn't love to see her accomplish her dream in life. He sent thugs to be monitoring her movement in the university environment, outside the university and every where she go before her execution. Life became so miserable for Joy because she feel insecure, she became very afraid to lose her life. She became so afraid of losing her life and the life of her family, especially her mom who she love so much because her mom is the next target target after Joy by her police uncle. Her mom is also a beautiful woman with beautiful heart like Joy, the both resemble each other in complexion and personality. Her mom is great blessing to her family, she is trustworthy, compationate, kind, loving and caring. She always stand by her husband and offer him full support in all his endeavor. He great support to her husband led to the success of her family. She is committed and dedicated to her family, she gave her children good home training, how to be respectful to elders, how to be trustworthy, helpful to others who are in need, God fearing, how to responsible, remain focus towards your goal or objective in life, how to be committed in their studies. She always teach her children at home and also help them to solve their assignment given to them by their teachers. she gave good family orientation. She put God first in everything she do, and taught her children the rightful path to follow in their lives. She remained submissive and faithful to her husband. Joy's dad has a lot of landed properties, two houses in her community and one in the town. He wanted to fence the other of his new house in his community, but her police uncle started to make problem with him and his family. He said to Joy's dad, bro what do want to do here, he replied i want to fence my new house, he said, no you can't because it is near the road, you must have to stop it now authoritatively, otherwise i will do something stupid. He was surprise to see how he was shouting aggressively and coming too close to him and his workers in an attempt to fight them. Her dad replied, why are you trying to stop my workers from fencing my house, he started to argue with him, he said to him, why do you try stop me from fencing my new house, i have don't have boundary with you, the fence did not block the road, am fencing my house on my land. While they were arguing, Joy asked him why are bad to my dad and family? He replied to her, you have the boldness to talk to me right? The next minutes uncle Victor called his police colleagues, after twenty minutes the police arrived with their vehicles, they were 14 police men, they came out of their vehicles with AK 47 guns, tear gas and handcuffs. He command the police officers to arrest Joy, but she asked the police officers, what is the reason of her arrest. The police said to her, you have the right to remain silent because anything you say will be used against you in the court of law. she replied, if you don't tell me the reason of my arrest, i will not go to the station with you. Uncle Victor said to her, you must go with them, she replied, why do you want me to go with them. Did i commit any crime??? He asked her, you still have the boldness to talk to me? He slap her, and slap her again before the police officers, but the police men did not do anything or say anything because he is their colleague. Joy started to cry, she asked him why did you slap me? He replied to her, and i will slap you again and again, and she said to the police, he slapped me twice in font of you, you did not say anything? One of the police officers shouted on her, shut up, you fearless woman!! Are not afraid of talking to the police officers? She replied, am only afraid of God and not human. You were there when he beat me before you, you didn't arrest him just because he is a police officer like you. It is against the law for a man to beat a woman, but it happened before you, yet you couldn't say or do anything. When she quoted the law for them. It triggered the police men and they became very angry with Joy. One of the officers said, are you here to teach us our job?? Do you know the law more than the police officers?? You will explain more on the law when we get to the station!! Corporal John, arrest her!! The corporal approached her aggressively, grab her hands by force, put handcuff on her hands, push her inside their vehicle. They shoot four gunshots in the air in order to clear the crown that were there, everyone gave way for them, and they drove away with her speedily to their police station. When the police officers arrested Joy and drove away with her to the police station, her mom started to cry, she was afraid of the illegal arrest of her daughter by the police. She was confused and don't know what to do. She was restless, walking up and down. She said to uncle Victor, where is my daughter?? Where did you ask your colleagues to take my daughter to?? Let nothing happen to her unless be prepared to kill both of us at the same time. I don't know the reason why she was arrested, she didn't do anything wrong to you or to your colleagues, or commit any crime, but you assault her, humiliated, intimidated and arrested her like a notorious criminal. She continued, why do you like to do evil? You do evil to others in the name of police officer, who claim to be above the law and have licence to kill innocent people. But God will definitely Judge you! Uncle Victor, replied to her, ehh, what did you say? I didn't get you clear, pardon? She said, i said God will definitely judge you! He was very angry with her and determined to send her to her early grave, he said to her, i vow to kill her and nothing will happen!! But before i kill her i will kill you first. He forcefully approached Joy's mom and pushed her by force. She fell down and hit her waist on the ground, sustained a lot of injuries, broke her waist and ankle. She was bleeding and couldn't stand up. Her husband rushed her and helped her to stand up, but unfortunately, she could walk again. Her husband rushed her to the hospital, she was admitted in the hospital for treatment. She became very sick and could not walk on her own. She was immediately given some treatment because her health was in danger. She four weeks in the hospital but her health issue became worst, her husband transfered her to another hospital for more treatment and medical care. The second hospital suggested that she should be operated on her waist because of fracture she had on her waist when he pushed her down by force. Uncle Victor is hot tempered and very aggressive man. He marry a wife with three children, but she divorced him because of his aggressiveness towards her, he marry a second wife with two children and she also divorced him because he is always aggressive on her. Both of his wives left him because he always beat them and treat them badly. They left with their kids leaving him alone. "But no violence against women" Chapter 2. She was operated on her waist by the doctor, few minutes after the operation, she fainted, but fortunately she revived to life by the doctor. She started to receive treatment and recovering gradually. Four weeks weeks after the operation she started to walk again slowly with crutches. But life was like hell to her when trying to walk with crutches because she also broke her ankle on that faithful day she was unfortunately attacked by uncle Victor who assault her, other women, widows, and families in the name of police officer who abuse the power given to him by police force. He uses the power as a police officer to terrorize the entire community, fighting and beating many residents of the community and taking their land properties away from them. After three months and two weeks in the hospital, Joy's mom was discharged from the hospital. She was not completely recovered, but she can walk alone slowly with crutches without any support from anyone like before. Her life became so difficult and painful because she can not do her normal daily routine and activities normally like before she became sick. Life became miserable for her because is industrious and love doing domestic work a lot, but currently she can not do anything for yourself or do the things she derives joy in doing anymore because of her ill health caused by the aggressive and wicked uncle called Victor. However her husband stood by his wife and supported her fully as much as he could. He took care of her and made sure that he helped her in some areas he could assist her but unfortunately her life did not remain the same again and it hurts her feelings a lot, but her husband encouraged her not to worry that he is always there for her and promised her that he will prove all her needs and care for her. Her husband is a caring and loving man, he is reliable and industrious, he is a God fearing man, not aggressive, humble and put his family first before any other thing. His wife and children love him a lot because he is so caring and loving to his family. But the health situation of Joy's mom put the entire family in pain because the family is no longer lively as it use to be when she was healthy. She is so joyful woman like her daughter. Her daughter Joy resemble her. She good hearted woman. She is caring, respectful, humble, faithful, trustworthy and loving. She is such a wonderful woman. She is a great blessing to the family. She is God fearing woman and trained her children proper home training and education. Her presence in the family makes everybody in the family happy and every one live in peace and harmony. She is such an honest, trustworthy and faithful man that every man would love to have as wife. Her husband admire and love her so much. She contributed to the growth and success of his family. Joy in Police Custody. When the police officer arrested Joy like a notorious criminal and got to their police station. They pushed her down of their vehicle and Joy fell down and broke her right hand because they handcuffed her hands with handcuff. They raised her up and one of the police officers said to her, my friend !! Can you quote law for me again now you are in my custody??? Joy replied to the police officer, can you kindly tell me my offence why am being arrested and under your custody? He said to her, you still have the boldness to ask me question??? Corporal John ! Corporal John answered, sir!! He said, put her in the cell!! Corporal John said, yes sir!! He forcefully approach Joy on the handcuff on her hands and she was crying bitterly, begging the police officer to leave her because she did not commit any offence or crime to be arrested. But nobody could help the innocent woman and he took her to the cell and locked her up there. Joy was in serious pain, her heart was broken and was crying bitterly in the cell. Joy's Mom Health Worsen. Joy's world turns into a nightmare as her mom's worsening health issues lead them into an unfamiliar and sinister realm within the hospital. Surrounded by eerie occurrences and malevolent forces, Joy must navigate through the horrors to save her mom and return to her zone of comfort, forever changed by the dark experience. The heavy price she pays reveals secrets that plague her mind, making her realize the horrific cost of what they sought. Zone of Comfort: Joy and her mom live a relatively peaceful life, albeit overshadowed by her mom's chronic waist pain. Their days are filled with familiar routines, medical appointments, and an ever-present sense of perseverance. Joy's mom's health issue worsened and she was admitted again in the hospital. They want something: Joy's primary desire is for her mom to recover and find relief from the relentless pain. The doctors suggest a major operation, and despite their fear, Joy clings to the hope of her mom's full recovery. The family enter an unfamiliar situation as the surgery date approaches, Joy and her mom are admitted to an old, sprawling hospital with a dubious reputation. The eerie, dimly lit corridors instantly unsettle them. Adapt to unfamiliar situation while adapting to the hospital's unnerving atmosphere, Joy encounters strange nurses and hears unsettling whispers. She tries to maintain her composure for her mom's sake, but the odd occurrences grow increasingly sinister. Get what they wanted: The surgery goes ahead, and initially, it seems successful. Joy is relieved to see her mom out of surgery and on the path to recovery. She loves her mom so much. Pay a heavy price: Joy starts experiencing terrifying hallucinations and finds her mom behaving strangely, speaking in cryptic whispers. The hospital's dark history and the malevolent spirits haunting it begin to reveal themselves. Joy realizes that the price for her mom's recovery involves facing these specters, risking their sanity and souls. After battling the sinister entities and uncovering the hospital's horrifying secrets, Joy manages to take of her mom in the hospital. They are about to return home but with an unsettling feeling that they are not alone. Forever Changed: Joy and her mom's bond has grown stronger, but they are both haunted by their experiences. The calm of their previous life is disrupted, and Joy is constantly on edge, alert for any signs of the otherworldly. Reflection: Joy reflects on the resilience she found within herself to combat the horrors for her mom's sake. She is also plagued by the question of whether the operation was worth the price they paid to confront the darkness. Going all in: Joy resolves to uncover more about the hospital's dark past and its lingering effects. She's determined to protect her mom and herself from any further supernatural threats, even if it means diving deeper into the horrors they sought to escape. She is always helpful to her mom in anyway she can, she set a very good example for her younger ones to follow. Joy's mom had been in the hospital for weeks, recovering from the waist surgery that had been necessary after her uncle Victor had caused her injury. Joy had been by her side every day, watching as her mom slowly regained her strength and fought to get back on her feet. Return to Zone of Comfort: Finally, the day came when the doctors deemed her mom well enough to return home. Joy was overjoyed at the news and eagerly helped her mom pack up her things and prepare for the journey back. As they walked through the hospital doors, Joy's mom took a deep breath of fresh air and smiled. "I can't wait to be back in my own bed," she said, her voice filled with relief. Joy nodded, her eyes shining with happiness. "I'm so glad you're finally coming home, Mom. I've missed you so much." As they made their way to the car, Joy's mom suddenly stopped in her tracks, a look of concern crossing her face. "Wait, where's Uncle Victor?" she asked, her voice tinged with worry. Joy's heart sank at the mention of her uncle. She knew that he had caused her mom's injury, and she couldn't bear the thought of him causing any more harm. "Don't worry, Mom," she said, trying to sound reassuring. "Uncle Victor won't be coming anywhere near you. I'll make sure of that." As they drove home, Joy's mom couldn't shake the feeling of unease that lingered in the air. She knew that Uncle Victor was still out there, and she couldn't help but fear what he might do next. But as they pulled into the driveway and stepped out of the car, Joy's mom felt a sense of peace wash over her. She was home, surrounded by her loved ones, and she knew that she was safe. As they settled back into their routine, Joy's mom slowly but surely regained her strength and began to heal. And as she looked back on her time in the hospital, she knew that she had her daughter to thank for helping her through it all. "Thank you, Joy," she said one day, tears of gratitude in her eyes. "I couldn't have done it without you." Joy smiled, her heart full of love for her mom. "I'll always be here for you, Mom," she said. "No matter what." "Mom's finally coming home today!" exclaimed Sarah, the youngest of the family. "I can't wait to see her and eat her delicious food again," added Tom, the middle child. The entire family had been feeling down ever since their mom had been hospitalized. Her absence had left a void in their home, especially at the dinner table where her cooking always brought them together. As they waited for her arrival, the anticipation grew. Finally, the doorbell rang and there she was, looking tired but with a smile on her face. "Mom!" the children shouted in unison as they rushed to hug her. "I missed you all so much," she said, tears welling up in her eyes. "We missed you too, especially your cooking," said Dad, wrapping his arms around her. "I made your favorite dish for dinner tonight," Mom said, wiping away her tears. "Let's all sit down and eat together like we used to." The family gathered around the table, the aroma of Mom's cooking filling the air. As they ate, laughter and chatter filled the room, the sound of their mom's voice bringing warmth and joy back into their home. "I'm so happy to have you back, Mom," said Sarah, her mouth full of food. "We all are," added Tom, smiling at his mom. And in that moment, as they sat together enjoying a meal made with love, the entire family became happy again. Their mom's presence had brought back the light and warmth that had been missing in their home, and they knew that as long as they were together, they could overcome any challenge that came their way. When Joy was in police custody. Joy's dad called his law to help him bail her daughter Joy. Mark: Hello, is this Mr. Johnson? It's Mark here. I need your help urgently. Mr. Johnson: Hello Mark, what seems to be the problem? Mark: My daughter Joy has been taken into police custody by my brother Victor. He hasn't committed any crime or offence, but Victor is causing trouble again. Mr. Johnson: I see. I will head to the police station right away to bail Joy out. Don't worry, I'll take care of everything. Mark: Thank you so much, Mr. Johnson. I really appreciate your help. At the police station... Mr. Johnson: Excuse me, I'm here to bail out Joy. Can you please release him into my custody? Police Officer: Sure, let me check the paperwork. Ah, here it is. Joy is free to go. Joy: Dad, Mr. Johnson, thank you for coming to get me out of here. Mark: No problem, Joy. I'm just glad you're safe. Let's go home now. Mr. Johnson: Mark, we may need to take legal action against Victor for falsely accusing Joy and causing unnecessary trouble. Mark: I agree, Mr. Johnson. We can't let him get away with this. Thank you for your help today. Mr. Johnson: It's my job to protect my clients, Mark. I'll make sure Victor pays for what he's done. And so, with Mr. Johnson's help, Joy was released from police custody and Victor was held accountable for his actions. The family could finally breathe a sigh of relief, knowing that justice had been served. Joy's dads lawyer Mr Johnson arrested uncle Victor in order to teach him a great lesson of his life to let him know that as police officer, he is not above the law and don't have the right to abuse and do violence against Joy and her mom. On the Judgement day. Joy sat in the courtroom, her hands trembling as she waited for the judge to enter. Mr. Johnson, their family lawyer, sat beside her, offering a reassuring smile. "Are you ready, Joy?" he asked softly. She nodded, taking a deep breath to steady herself. Her mother sat on the other side of her, holding her hand tightly. They had been through so much, but today was the day they had been waiting for. The doors to the courtroom opened, and Victor was led in by the bailiff. Joy's heart pounded in her chest as she looked at her uncle, the man who had caused so much pain and fear in their lives. The judge took his seat, and the trial began. Mr. Johnson presented the evidence against Victor, detailing the abuse and violence that Joy and her mother had endured at his hands. Joy felt a sense of relief wash over her as she listened to the testimonies of witnesses who had seen the abuse firsthand. Finally, it was Victor's turn to speak. He tried to deny the accusations, but his words fell flat in the face of overwhelming evidence. The judge's verdict was swift and decisive – guilty on all counts. Joy felt tears welling up in her eyes as she heard the judge's words. Victor was going to pay for what he had done, and justice had finally been served. As they left the courtroom, Joy felt a weight lift off her shoulders. She looked up at Mr. Johnson, gratitude shining in her eyes. "Thank you," she whispered. He smiled at her, his eyes filled with pride. "You were brave, Joy. You stood up for yourself and your mother, and now you can finally move forward from this." Joy hugged her mother tightly, feeling a sense of peace settle over her. With Mr. Johnson's help, they had finally found closure and could begin to heal from the trauma they had endured. Justice were given to Joy and her mom. However, Victor was found guilty in the court for his abuse and violence against Joy and her mom. He was dismissed from the police force for power abuse and was sentenced 2 years imprisonment for abuse and violence against women (Joy and her mom) After Victor's sentencing, the court ordered him to be immediately taken into custody and transported to the high-security prison known as Meridian Castle. This prison was no ordinary institution; it was surrounded by an impenetrable force field that prevented any form of escape. Inside, the prisoners were not kept in regular cells, but rather in individual domes that floated in the air, suspended by powerful magic. Upon arriving at Meridian Castle, Victor was escorted to his dome prison by the prison guards, who were actually skilled sorcerers trained in magical combat. As he was locked inside, Victor could hear the whispers of other inmates echoing through the ethereal walls. He knew he was in for a challenging two years ahead. Inside his dome, Victor found himself faced with a complex inner turmoil. He was forced to confront the darkness that had consumed him for so long, the power abuse that had driven him to commit unspeakable acts. As he grappled with his own demons, the walls of the dome seemed to pulse with energy, reflecting the turmoil within Victor's own soul. Victor realized the pain and difficulties he made Joy and her family to encounter in life as they set out on a quest to seek justice and retribution for the pain they had endured. As they journeyed through the mystical lands surrounding Meridian Castle, Joy and her mother encountered fantastical creatures and faced impossible challenges. But their bond of love and determination carried them through, and they grew stronger with each trial they faced. Meanwhile, inside his dome, Victor began to undergo a transformation of his own. The darkness that had consumed him slowly began to fade, replaced by a glimmer of remorse and redemption. He started to understand the pain he had caused and the consequences of his actions, and he vowed to make amends in whatever way he could. Joy was grateful to her dad's lawyer for making sure that justice was given to her and her mom for all the pain uncle Victor made them to go through in her family for no reason, especially her beloved mom's health issue. As the two years passed by, Victor emerged from his dome prison a changed man. He had learned the true meaning of empathy and compassion, and he dedicated himself to fighting against abuse and violence in all its forms. Joy and her mother forgave him for his past transgressions, and together they worked to bring healing and peace to the world. And so, in a twist of fate that few could have predicted, Victor's imprisonment became a journey of redemption and transformation. Victor was known for his strength and bravery, but also for his quick temper and aggressive nature. He had always believed that might makes right, and that it was acceptable to use violence to get what he wanted. Victor merely shrugged, a cruel smile on his lips. He has spent his life believing that strength comes from aggression and violence. But true strength comes from compassion and love. Women are not meant to be dominated or controlled. They are meant to be cherished and respected. And so, Victor learned a great lesson that day in a hard way that you don't have to abuse or be aggressive towards women, or anyone for that matter. For in the end, it is kindness and love that truly make us strong, and it is through compassion that we can change the world for the better. Chapter 3. Victor became a changed man and became