
The Key of Betrayal
By SN Njenga Ndungu

24 Apr, 2024

In the land of Ottoman, King Ahmed was preparing to leave for war. His heart was heavy as he entrusted the safety of his Queen to his trusted friend, Mousa.

Mousa, a man of honor and integrity, accepted the responsibility with a grave face. He assured the King of his loyalty and promised to protect the Queen.

As King Ahmed rode towards the battlefield, he saw a cloud of dust in the distance. To his surprise, it was Mousa, racing towards him on horseback.

With a puzzled expression, the King stopped his horse to inquire about Mousa's unexpected appearance. Mousa, panting heavily, revealed that he was given the wrong key.

King Ahmed's heart sank as he comprehended Mousa's premature attempt to open the Queen's chamber. He was shocked at the betrayal lurking in the shadows of trust.

Mousa's intentions were not of protection but of treachery. The King was aghast at the deceit masked under the guise of friendship.

King Ahmed was left with a bitter taste of betrayal. He had lost not just a friend, but also his faith in the bonds of friendship and trust.

The King's heart was filled with regret and sorrow. He longed for peace, for the tranquility that was snatched from him by the treachery of his friend.

King Ahmed, in his solitude, pondered over the choices he made. He questioned his judgment of character, his trust in Mousa, and the price he had to pay for it.

He realized that not all who stood by him in times of peace had noble intentions. The treacherous nature of envy and greed had the power to disguise itself as friendship.

King Ahmed learned a hard lesson about trust and betrayal. He vowed to be more discerning in his relationships and to value the essence of true loyalty.

His story serves as a reminder to choose companions wisely. The treacherous nature of envy and greed can lurk in the shadows of friendship, waiting to seize opportunities for personal gain.