In a quaint village nestled amidst the lush greenery of an enchanting valley, a unique story of transformation unfolded. It was a time when life moved at a slower pace, and the community cherished their traditions. One day, a young man entered the household of Maasi Bashira, a respected elder of the village. This marked the beginning of a remarkable journey filled with intrigue and wonder.
Maasi Bashira was known for her culinary skills. Her kitchen was always bustling with the aromatic preparation of delicious meals. On this particular day, she was kneading dough and preparing rotis while her son-in-law was intently counting them. As the last roti was cooked, he inquired, “Mother, how many rotis have you made?” Maasi Bashira, somewhat bemused, replied, “I have no idea, my son.” To this, he casually responded, “Well, it’s twenty-one.”
The Revelation
Curious, Maasi Bashira asked him how he knew the exact count. He humbly stated, “I have knowledge of the unseen.” This declaration piqued her curiosity, and she began sharing this intriguing revelation with others. Little did she know that this information would reach the ears of the village chief, who had recently lost his prized horse.
The Quest for the Lost Horse
Word quickly spread that Maasi Bashira’s son-in-law possessed the knowledge of the whereabouts of the missing horse. The village chief wasted no time and headed to Maasi Bashira’s house. He urged her to bring her son-in-law to his mansion, assuring her that he would reward them handsomely if the information proved accurate.
The Mysterious Tidda
Maasi Bashira’s son-in-law, known locally as Tidda, agreed to accompany the chief in the search for the horse. However, he had a unique condition. He demanded that the chief place a lump of clay in his hand and not open it until morning. The chief, intrigued yet desperate to find his horse, agreed to this peculiar request.
The Astonishing Discovery
As the night grew darker, Tidda was left alone with the lump of clay in his hand. To everyone’s amazement, the next morning, he revealed the clay to contain a tiny snake. This mystified everyone, including the chief. Tidda explained, “The snake is in the forest, and the horse is near a tree. It will return soon.”
The Return of the Horse
Following Tidda’s guidance, the chief ventured into the forest, and as dawn broke, he discovered his horse tied to a tree. The joy of finding his beloved steed was beyond measure, and he immediately rewarded Tidda with riches.
The Transformation
This incredible feat earned Tidda the respect and admiration of the entire village. The news of his extraordinary abilities reached the king’s palace, and he invited Tidda to his court. Tidda’s wisdom and remarkable talents soon won the king’s trust, and he was appointed as the royal advisor.
The Plot and Triumph
However, Tidda’s path to success was not without challenges. The former royal advisor grew jealous of his newfound role and plotted to discredit him. He planned to place a snake in the king’s crown during a royal ceremony, intending to disgrace Tidda. But Tidda, vigilant as ever, caught wind of the scheme.
On the day of the ceremony, just as the snake was placed in the crown, Tidda swiftly removed it and revealed the treacherous act to the king. The king, now fully convinced of Tidda’s abilities and loyalty, not only forgave him but also bestowed upon him the highest honor – the title of king.