The young lady who loves flowers
Mary Okon
Kenneth Boyowa Okitikpi

Once upon a time there lived A young lady called Zainab.

Zainab loved flowers so much.

she would visit the garden every evening

just to breathe in their fragrance

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So one day she was walking by the flower garden, and there was serious lightening and thunder.

Zainab was so scared

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Zainab tried to run to her home but she fell down and hurt herself.

She was in so much pain.

She cried, "help me"

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Her neighbours, Mr and Mrs Suleman helped her into the house.

They layed her in the bed and took care of her.

Zainab hurt her head badly.

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While in bed, Mr and Mrs Suleiman brought her her favourite flowers.

She was excited and grateful.

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After a few days, Zainab became strong.

She could move freely on her own.

Zainab was excited, she got her life back again

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Zainab travled to her village to see her parents.

She wanted to get care and pampering after the accident

She reunited with her goat, hens, cat, and her adorable pigeon.

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Zainab had a great time with her family and friends.

But she had to go back to her home where colourful flowers welcomed her.

Despite her horrific experience, her love for flowers never went sour.

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The young lady who loves flowers
Author - Mary Okon
Illustration - Kenneth Boyowa Okitikpi, Jesse Breytenbach
Language - English
Level - First paragraphs