The Pawns of Complicit

The palm tree considered already dead had its sprouts reappear in the glorious morning.

The Pawns of Complicit is about the birth of a new dawn in the middle age. It is a wake-up call to human cultural neglect.

"What about us? Who will be here to protect your family?" His wife made a valid point.

Over the years, Taye's wife had become his sister, mother and the only loyal partner he ever had. He knew when not to argue with his bossy wife, so he agreed to return to the house. At that, Tumi was relieved and followed behind her husband.

His wife pleading without a commanding tone was new to the Army General. Even his horse that did not understand what she had said was doubtful she was sincere.

Taye's stallion horse neighed wildly and leapt over the giant gate. The commander sped away on his horse, leaving clouds of dust behind. Tumi collapsed to the ground and wailed. She wept for the first time in her marriage.