54 Kuru Kureri (1/2)
The moment the map left his hand, Ochieng' jumped towardsthe beast and sent a strong kick on its navel. The beast who was reaching for the map did not expect the kick. The kick landed forthrightly on its bellybutton.
”AHH!”
The beast squalled loudly before falling with a great thud. The map it had barely caught was reached for by Jade Eagle.
”Why did you do that?”
The animal roared at Ochieng' ignoring its pain.
”You will know soon.”
Ochieng' answered indifferently walking gradually towards the beast. Every step he took made the jackal's heart beat faster and faster. It knew it was currently powerless and its life was in the hands of this young man.
”You know you are not a match for me. Where do you find the gumption to come at me?”
It decided to act lofty, maybe that could impose fear on the young man. It stood up as if nothing had happened trying hard to hide its pain. Unfortunately, the young man kept walking towards it. Its heart sunk.
”Since you want your death, I will grant you your wish.”
Forthwith it said so, the beast sent its paw towards Ochieng' with all its might. Its speed and power had greatly reduced after its Achilles point had been hit. It withal did not want to show any weakness lest it lost its life.
Pah!
Ochieng' intercepted the incoming paw with his fist. As soon as they collided, the massive beast was sent flying a few mitres away.
The others had more or less recovered and were looking at the battle in awe. They could not believe that the huge beast could be sent flying with just a blow from Ochieng'.
He did not give the jackal any chance to escape or think of anything, he arrived before the beast immediately it landed. He lifted his right arm to strike and do away with it.
”Wait!”
Knowing that it had been cornered, it decided to end this softly for the sake of its life. After all, its life was more important than any other thing. Where there is life there is hope.
”What do you want to say? Great Jackal, Oh, Dark Jackal from North?” Ochieng' asked with a smirk.
”Please spare my life. I promise to give you everything I have... ” The beast pleaded but was cut short by Ochieng'.
”I don't want anything from you, not after you made an attempt on my girl and my friends. After you joined your ancestors, try to teach the future generations how to conduct themselves properly. Teach them the importance of keeping a low profile.”
Before the beast could even react, Ochieng's fist sunk in its massive head.
It was already crepuscle. Ochieng', Apeleka and the others chose not to see the lagoon. They instead looked for a comfortable place to spend their night in.
...
At this time, the two tribe heads had also arrived at a remote place far from Lang tribe. The place was covered with trees and shrubs. They moved deeper into the forest for around fifteen minutes before an old hut appeared before them.
Even though it was old, its beauty was still worth admiration.
”This is the place.” Luvembe nodded leaving Lokoit confused.