Part 4: The King's Curse The Oracle of Ile-Ife: A Nigerian Tale of Love and Betrayal

The King of Ile-Ife was furious. He had been betrayed by his own son, and he was determined to make him pay. He summoned the Oracle of Ile-Ife and demanded that she cast a curse on his son.

The Oracle was hesitant, but the King was adamant. He wanted his son to suffer for his betrayal. The Oracle reluctantly agreed and cast a powerful curse on the King's son.

The curse was simple yet powerful. It said that the King's son would never find true love. He would never be able to love another person, and he would never be able to find true happiness.

The King was satisfied with the curse and he left the Oracle's chambers. He was sure that his son would suffer for his betrayal.

The King's son was devastated when he heard the news of the curse. He had been so sure that he would find true love, but now it seemed impossible. He was filled with despair and grief.

He decided to leave Ile-Ife and travel the world in search of a way to break the curse. He traveled for many years, but he never found a way to break the curse. He eventually returned to Ile-Ife, still cursed and still alone.

The King's son eventually died, still cursed and still alone. His curse had been fulfilled.

The King's curse had a lasting effect on the people of Ile-Ife. They were reminded of the power of the Oracle, and the consequences of betrayal. They were also reminded of the importance of love and loyalty.

The Oracle of Ile-Ife had once again proven her power, and the people of Ile-Ife would never forget the King's curse.