Bright Nyidavu
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The African Giant
Short stories In the heart of the African savannah, where the sun blazed with an unrelenting intensity, a magnificent presence cast its shadow over the arid landscape. This was the realm of Tembo, a towering giant whose very presence commanded awe and reverence.
Aptly named the African Giant, Tembo was more than a mere elephant; he was a guardian, a sentinel of the plains, a living embodiment of strength and wisdom that stood as a beacon of hope amidst the harsh realities of the wild.
His massive form moved with a grace that belied his immense stature. Towering tusks curved elegantly, gleaming like ivory treasures against the backdrop of golden grasses. His eyes, deep pools of ancient knowledge, surveyed the vast expanse with a gentle yet unwavering vigilance. With each deliberate step, the earth seemed to acknowledge his authority, yielding beneath the weight of his colossal frame.
But what truly set Tembo apart was a gift that transcended his physical presence—the extraordinary memory that resided within his mighty brain. Every encounter, every moment, etched itself into his consciousness, forming a tapestry of experiences that spanned the breadth of his existence. This memory, a repository of wisdom and insight, earned him the revered title of "Tembo: The Memory-Bound Guardian."
Amidst the ebb and flow of life on the savannah, Tembo's watchful eye extended beyond his own kind. He assumed a role that went beyond his duty to his fellow elephants, becoming a silent protector of all who tread upon the African soil. The gazelles, the zebras, the lions, and the myriad of creatures that inhabited this unforgiving terrain found solace in his presence. His hulking silhouette was a symbol of assurance, an emblem of solidarity that resonated across species.
Yet, as the relentless sun gave way to ominous drought, casting a bleak shadow upon the land, even Tembo's indomitable spirit faced its greatest challenge. The once-thriving oasis with its life-giving waters had succumbed to the unrelenting thirst of the land. Desperation rippled through the air like a palpable force, and the animals of the plains gazed at the empty skies with a longing that seemed to pierce the very heavens.
In the midst of this dire plight, Tembo's memory emerged as a beacon of salvation. A distant oasis, a sanctuary untouched by the cruel grasp of drought, resided within the labyrinth of his mind. The memory, a glimmer of hope amid the suffocating despair, beckoned him to action. With a determination that radiated from the depths of his being, Tembo embarked on a journey—a pilgrimage of courage and resilience that would forever etch his name into the annals of time.
As the tale of Tembo unfolds, the African plains transform into a tapestry woven with threads of unity, kindness, and unwavering courage. Through the trials and triumphs of his odyssey, the legacy of the African Giant reverberates across continents, echoing down the corridors of time. The legend of Tembo transcends mere words, transforming into a profound reminder—a testament to the boundless power that lies within each of us to ignite change, to nurture hope, and to carve a legacy that defies the constraints of mortality. You might like
The Ninety-Ninth Goodbye
Gavin The ninety-ninth time Jax Little broke my heart was the last time. We were the golden couple of Northgate High, our future perfectly mapped out for UCLA. But in our senior year, he fell for a new girl, Catalina, and our love story became a sick, exhausting dance of his betrayals and my empty threats to leave.
At a graduation party, Catalina "accidentally" pulled me into the pool with her. Jax dove in without a second's hesitation. He swam right past me as I struggled, wrapped his arms around Catalina, and pulled her to safety.
As he helped her out to the cheers of his friends, he glanced back at me, my body shivering and my mascara running in black rivers.
"Your life isn't my problem anymore," he said, his voice as cold as the water I was drowning in.
That night, something inside me finally shattered. I went home, opened my laptop, and clicked the button that confirmed my admission.
Not to UCLA with him, but to NYU, an entire country away. Invisible To Her Bully
Dea B Unlike her twin brother, Jackson, Jessa struggled with her weight and very few friends. Jackson was an athlete and the epitome of popularity, while Jessa felt invisible.
Noah was the quintessential "It" guy at school-charismatic, well-liked, and undeniably handsome. To make matters worse, he was Jackson's best friend and Jessa's biggest bully.
During their senior year, Jessa decides it was time for her to gain some self-confidence, find her true beauty and not be the invisible twin.
As Jessa transformed, she begins to catch the eye of everyone around her, especially Noah.
Noah, initially blinded by his perception of Jessa as merely Jackson's sister, started to see her in a new light. How did she become the captivating woman invading his thoughts? When did she become the object of his fantasies?
Join Jessa on her journey from being the class joke to a confident, desirable young woman, surprising even Noah as she reveals the incredible person she has always been inside. The Price of Unrequited Love
Gavin Eighteen days after giving up on Brendan Maynard, Jayde Rosario cut off her waist-length hair and called her father, announcing her decision to move to California and attend UC Berkeley.
Her father, surprised, asked about the sudden change, reminding her how she' d always insisted on staying with Brendan. Jayde forced a laugh, revealing the painful truth: Brendan was getting married, and she, his stepsister, could no longer cling to him.
That night, she tried to tell Brendan about her college acceptance, but his fiancée, Chloie Ellis, interrupted with a bubbly call, and Brendan' s tender words to Chloie twisted a knife in Jayde' s heart. She remembered how his tenderness used to be hers alone, how he had protected her, and how she had poured out her heart to him in a diary and a love letter, only for him to explode, tearing the letter and yelling, "I'm your brother!"
He had stormed out, leaving her to painstakingly tape the shredded pieces back together. Her love, however, didn't die, not even when he brought Chloie home and told her to call her "sister-in-law."
Now, she understood. She had to put that fire out herself. She had to dig Brendan out of her heart. The Unwanted Heiress's Billionaire Return
Gavin After eight years in captivity, I was finally rescued. I thought it was the beginning of a new life with my mother.
But she didn't even look at me. She ran into the arms of a handsome stranger, her real husband, and I was treated like a dirty secret from her past.
They called me a contamination, a reminder of their trauma. My new stepsister set their Doberman on me, and as the dog's teeth sank into my arm, I looked up and saw my mother watching from the window.
She met my eyes for a second, then slowly closed the curtains.
In that moment, the last bit of hope I had died. The shallow bond of family was completely gone, and I finally gave up.
But they made one mistake. The family patriarch, suspicious after a car accident, ordered a secret DNA test.
The results came back on the day of my stepsister's birthday party, revealing a truth that would burn their perfect world to the ground. My Daddy and Uncles
Flying Soul 🦋 “Alina, you will get late for school again” I heard Dad banging on my door.
“Last 10 min” I mumble, but my eyes widen. I was with Uncle Harrison. Did Dad find us?
“Alina…” I opened my eyes, I was in my room and Harrison was looking at me with a warm smile wearing his signature suit.
“I am taking a bath” I yelled.
“Come fast, your breakfast is ready,” Dad said before leaving.
“Good morning” Uncle Harrison came to bed cupping my face he kissed me.
“Good morning” I whispered on his lips.
“When did you bring me here,” I asked.
“You were sleeping,” He said, scooping me in his arms and entering my bathroom.
“This hide and seek is terrible” I sighed.
“But it's fun” He chuckled.
Author Note...
Hello dear Readers,
Meet Alina and her family.
The story of love, care, romance and lots of suspense.. The Hockey Star Regret
Aya Starr Coleen Maine hated Hayden Michaels with her entire heart. After high school graduation, she thought she had escaped the hell that being a classmate to Hayden was. Being his academic rival was enough to put her, Coleen, at the top of his shit list. To make matters worse, he's the hot, popular jock with a full-ride scholarship he doesn't need, because he has all the money that she doesn't.
When Coleen finds herself in close contact with Hayden again out of no free will of her own, she expects things to be the same. But somehow, somewhere between summer and starting their first year at college, something changed.
Now, Coleen isn't sure Hayden hates her anymore. Between her new job, college, and her friendships, she finds herself wondering what lies behind Hayden's deep gaze towards her.