Chapter 26

Lailah Dk My heartbeat accelerated as I stood next to Haidar. My legs were so weak. I felt as though I would fall. He sat on the big Chair facing the entire crowd. Jamal, his new bodyguard stood by his left while I stood by the right, Looking as though I was his wife or something because of the dress he made me wear. I made sure I put my Nigerian army badge on the left side of my chest in other to avoid questioning gaze. They had already crowned him and were all awaiting him to begin his speech as a new king. or rather, Oat. For some reason, I didn't know why it was even necessary. Why couldn't they just crown him and get it over with? "I Haidar Jega the 7th, pledge to support and take very good care of the north with all my might. I promise to help us and make sure things go smoothly for us in Nigeria. My father was a great man and I do not promise..." he paused. Everyone could tell that he was emotional. I knew he could give up at any moment. I immediately placed my hand on hi