Nafasi woke up, his head still throbbing from the battle with Kali. The pain felt as though a heavy rock had struck him.
"Finally, you're awake," Ni remarked.
It all came rushing back to him; he had confronted Kali and lost.
"What did you do? You didn't stick to the plan!" Ni snapped.
"I was... trying to face him and put an end to it all," Nafasi replied.
"And that's where you went wrong," Ni stated. "The plan was for me to face Kali."
"You wouldn't understand," Nafasi muttered. "After what happened, I swore revenge for what he did to my father."
Ni sighed. "I understand your anger and desire for revenge, but it's crucial that we stick to the plan if we want to succeed. We need to be strategic about this."
Nafasi hesitated, his determination still burning within him. "I know, Ni, but I can't let Kali continue to harm others. He needs to be stopped."
Ni nodded, his expression softening. "I share your determination, Nafasi, but let's channel it wisely. We'll regroup, adjust the plan, and face Kali together. We can bring him to justice for what he's done, but we must do it as a team."
Nafasi considered Ni's words. "You're right, Ni. We'll do it your way. Together."
Nafasi stood at a distance, taking in the jungle's view on a beautiful morning, though his thoughts remained fixated on one thing: revenge.
"Hey there," Ponya greeted warmly. "How are you holding up?"
"Fine, just savoring the view," Nafasi sighed
"You showed remarkable courage out there," Ponya remarked. "Facing Kali alone, that's quite something."
"Yeah, maybe too impulsive," Nafasi admitted.
"I thought it was brave," Ponya countered. "Especially for someone as young as you. I've never met someone with such unwavering determination."
Nafasi managed a small smile. "Thank you."
Ponya continued, "We haven't really had a chance to get to know each other, have we? If you'd like, we can hang out for a while."
Nafasi considered the offer "Yeah I'd like that"
Nafasi and Ponya ventured deeper into the jungle, the thick foliage and the sounds of wildlife enveloped them.
Ponya smiled warmly and started sharing stories about her own adventures. "You know," she began, "I once had to navigate through this very jungle during a fierce storm. The rain was relentless"
Nafasi chuckled, finding her tales both entertaining and reassuring. "I can see how that would be exciting. I've had my share of disasters too."
They continued to walk, gradually opening up to each other. They talked about their dreams and aspirations. "One day," Nafasi confessed, "I hope to explore every corner of the world, just like my father wanted to."
Ponya's eyes sparkled with curiosity. "That's a wonderful dream, Nafasi. Exploring the world... Then what is your favourite place so far?"
Nafasi paused, his expression shifting to one of melancholy. "It used to be near our home when me and my family would usually hang out, hidden deep within the savannah. But it's been tarnished by the memory of my father's fate."
Ponya then asked. "Tell me about your father, Nafasi. I want to understand."
Nafasi took a deep breath and began recounting the painful story. "My father and I lived in a peaceful kingdom called the Northernlands. But then Kali invaded, and everything changed, I swore revenge."
Ponya understood the pain. "I'm so sorry, Nafasi. Losing a loved one to such violence is unimaginable. We'll make Kali pay for what he's done, together."
"Yeah... We will..."
Kali found himself in a predicament, forced into a retreat by an ambush he hadn't anticipated. That young nuisance, Nafasi, had reappeared on his radar, a turn of events he hadn't foreseen.
However, dwelling on such matters seemed trivial now. The primary concern was dealing with the rebel threat.
"Kali... We've fallen into an ambush," Mheetu reported.
"I'm well aware!" Kali hissed through gritted teeth. "Don't remind me of this humiliating setback."
"That brat..." Kali muttered, his eyes filled with disdain. "I'll assemble a task force led by Kamando, and you'll be joining it."
"And what will you be doing, sire?" Mheetu inquired.
"I have matters of greater import than chasing after a mere brat," Kali declared.
"Kali... I've heard that you summoned me," Kamando entered the scene, his presence commanding attention.
"I need you to locate the rebels and that troublesome brat who could pose a future problem," Kali ordered. "You'll have Mheetu and Ruudhi with you."
"As you wish, my lord," Kamando replied
Kali's voice turned stern. "Remember, you better not fail me. Or your greatest concern will not be of that brat." The ominous warning hung in the air as Kali plotted his next moves, fully aware that the battle for dominance was far from over.
Kali arrived at the Umojelands, the very homeland and the center of the empire, to meet with his father.
"Father... I've heard you wish to speak with me," Kali began.
"Yes, my son," Rifalme replied with a smile. "I assume you're aware of the existence of great powers within this world."
Kali nodded. "Indeed, I am."
"I need you to embark on a quest to locate our source of power," Rifalme declared, his tone carrying the weight of responsibility. "The Flames of the Knight, a vital component of the elemental powers bestowed upon us by the great kings."
"I've been doing everything in my power to find it," Kali assured him.
Rifalme's voice grew somber as he explained, "The Flames are an immense power, so potent that our predecessors deemed it necessary to impose a ban on their use. You must find it first before our enemies do."
Kali absorbed the gravity of the situation, recognizing the urgency of the quest laid before him. He nodded, determined to fulfill his father's wishes and secure the Flames of the Knight for their empire.
Kali's expression grew more serious as he absorbed the gravity of his father's words. "I understand, Father. I'll do everything in my power to locate and safeguard the Flames."
Rifalme nodded in approval. "Good. Remember, this quest is not just for the glory of our empire but for the security of our kingdom."
"I won't rest until I've found the Flames, Father. I'll make you and our ancestors proud." Kali swore
Rifalme's smile returned, tinged with paternal pride. "I have faith in you, my son. Now go, and may the spirits guide your path."
With his father's blessing, Kali set forth on a mission of immense importance, determined to unravel the mysteries of the Flames of the Knight.
Sorry for taking awhile to update this story I was very busy, finishing this story is my main task now so I can finally make the sequel.
