Chapter 11: The Adventure of Roe (5)

 Suddenly the village leader, Cain, knelt before me, it was clear what his action meant. It was a sign of humility and regret, showing that he believed in my divine presence. And in that moment, I could see the weight of his years, the wisdom accumulated over centuries, shining in his eyes.

Momoa, was clearly touched by his grandfather's actions,he followed suit without hesitation. His gesture, just like Cain's, a sign of respect and submission to what he perceived as a higher power.

Seeing this, Jono also bowed his head and kneeled in respect. This led to a chain reaction through the crowd, with everyone kneeling in humble recognition of my supposed divinity.

The murmurs of uncertainty and doubt faded into a shared feeling of awe and regret. The villagers, who had previously been skeptical and questioning, now humbly bowed before me. Their voices were no longer filled with skepticism but instead with remorse and respect.

As the echoes of their apologies and acknowledgments filled the air, I felt a mix of emotions wash over me. There was a sense of pride in the role I was playing, the power and authority I wielded as the supposed Son of God. But beneath it all, there was also a twinge of guilt, a recognition of the deception and manipulation things I did.

Yet as I gazed upon the villagers kneeling before me, a sense of responsibility weighed heavily on my shoulders. They looked to me for guidance, for answers, and in that moment, I knew I had to deliver something that would touch their hearts and souls.

With a calm voice, I addressed them, "Now, my children, there is something I wish to share." With a wave of my hand, I summoned the water element, shaping it into a shimmering orb that danced with light. With a flick of my wrist, I sent it soaring into the sky, where it burst forth into a brilliant rainbow.

The villagers gasped in awe as the colors painted the sky, a sight unlike any they had seen before. Tears welled up in the eyes of some, memories of happier times flooding their minds. Others stood in silent reverence, overwhelmed by the beauty before them.

"It's so beautiful," whispered a woman, her voice choked with emotion.

"It's like being with my father and mother again," another added, tears streaming down their cheeks.

Momoa, was moved by the spectacle. "What in the sorcery is this really?" he asked, his voice filled with wonder.

Jono's eyes sparkled with understanding, recalling the stories his grandmother had told him. "Grandpa, it's just like how Grandma Eve described the Garden of Wonders. Maybe it's even more beautiful than we imagined," He compared this colorful thing to what his grandma had said about the Garden of Wonders, suggesting that perhaps the Garden of Wonders was even more beautiful than they had imagined.

Cain, the village elder, stood silently, his gaze fixed on the rainbow above. Memories of his childhood flooded back, of a time when life was simpler and his family was whole. "I'm sorry, Abel," he murmured, his voice choked with emotion. "I had to do what I had to do. I'm so sorry."

In that moment, as the rainbow slowly faded from the sky and the villagers rose to their feet, I knew that something had shifted within them. The beauty of the rainbow had touched their hearts, reminding them of the innocence and wonder of youth.

"Why did I do this?" I asked them, my voice carrying a weight of purpose as I gazed at the faces before me, each one filled with curiosity and confusion. "Because I want you all to know about heaven and hell."

The words hung in the air, a quick pause following, as if the very fabric of the universe awaited my explanation.

"Heaven? What's that?" asked one person, breaking the quiet that had wrapped around us.

"Yeah, I've never heard that term before," another voice chimed in, echoing the sentiments of many in the gathering.

Watching their puzzled faces, I realized they were clueless about heaven and hell. Only Adam and Eve knew about it, thanks to a lie I told them before Adam passed away.

In that instant, I felt a weight of responsibility, an urge to enlighten their minds with the same lie I once shared with Adam and Eve.

"Heaven is like the rainbow you see back then!" I declared, my voice resounding with a sense of wonder and awe. (of course all of it was an act)

Their curiosity surged like a wave, and excitement spread through the village. Their eyes shone with newfound interest, eager to understand the concept of heaven. 

Also Realizing that what they had seen before was called a rainbow, it was like a light bulb turning on in their heads. It felt like uncovering secrets they hadn't understood before..

"So, the thing we see back then is the Rainbow? Woah thats Amazing! I heard about it from Grandpa Adam and Grandma Eve. They said there are rainbows in the Garden of Wonders," said Momoa, his words tinged with a wonder that seemed to defy his 400 years of existence.

Even though Cain was 800+ years old, he often found himself thinking about the stories his mom, Eve, told him when he was young. With so many memories from his long life, he still sounded like someone who had lived for centuries when he said, , "Indeed, that's what Mother used to say. Rainbows, nice animals... But..." His voice faded, remembering his mom's sadness, like a scar on his heart.

The revelation sparked a flurry of questions and discussions among the group, with each individual trying to understand the significance of what they had just been told.

[Suddenly Belz ask me]

"Pardon me, Son of God; Jesus, may I ask what is the purpose of heaven?" Belz asked, Her eyes looking to me for answers.

I smiled warmly at Belz, sensing her curiosity, along with everyone else's. "Heaven," I began, aiming for simplicity, "is where people who've passed away in this world go. It's like being in the Garden of Wonders, where everything was beautiful and perfect. And also It's where people who do good deeds, or good karma, go after they've passed away."

The revelation sparked a flurry of questions and discussions among the group, each person grappling with the implications of what they had just heard.

"So heaven is kind of like the Garden of Wonder we've heard about?" someone asked, seeking clarification.

"I thought people just came back to life in a different form," one person pondered, their voice revealing a mix of uncertainty and deep thought.

Then, out of nowhere, Jono's voice broke the silence with a question full of curiosity. "And what's hell?"

I smiled, knowing that this was a question that had been lingering in the minds of many. With a flick of my wrist, I summoned elemental fire into my hand, its flickering flames casting an eerie glow over the faces of those gathered around me.

"Hell is where evil resides," I explained, my voice steady and firm. "It is for those who commit crimes and bad deeds. They'll be punished by fire for a long time."

As the flames flickered in my hand, making a strange movement on my hands, everyone got really scared.

Their eyes were wide and worried, and they shook with fear as they heard about hell. It was like the room had turned heavy with fear, making it hard to breathe. They couldn't fully understand what it meant for someone to be punished like that.

This was all so new for them, this concept of heaven and hell, and it seemed to burden them greatly. This new idea really left them feeling uncertain about everything, confused and unsure.

And those flickering flames? They were like a symbol of the fear creeping into their hearts, I knew that the seeds of fear had been planted deep within their souls. And the knowledge of heaven and hell had forever altered their perception of the world, leaving them to grapple with the stark realities of life and death in ways they had never imagined possible.

Cain suddenly asked me, fear filling his eyes, "Is hell really real?"

As I looked at him, I replied, "Yes, Cain, hell is real, just as heaven is."

But in truth, I was lying to them. Well all of this soon will come true. But Why did I choose to deceive them? Well, I wanted to introduce the concepts of heaven and hell to this world.

Well even though the concept of heaven and hell, deeply ingrained in the fabric of human belief systems, It was still a mystery even in earth. Because In reality, whether these places truly existed was a matter of faith.

You see some people have faith that these places exist, while others don't believe in them at all.

Now why I wanted to introduce the concept of heaven and hell? Simple its to simplify things for them and encourage good karma. Because Fear, I believed, could serve as a powerful motivator. What if they were to become criminals, believing they could act without consequence? Despite hearing about Adam and Eve's punishment, they might not perceive it as severe enough. So, I introduced the idea of heaven and hell, hoping it would instill a sense of accountability.

If they understood the rewards of heaven, they might strive to earn them through virtuous actions. Additionally, the fear of hell might stopped some from committing heinous acts. Of course, not everyone would be swayed, but even changing the mindset of a few could make a significant difference.

Then I shout to reassured them, "Everyone! Even if you've made mistakes, redemption is possible." I paused, letting the weight of my words sink in. "By doing good deeds, you can make amends for your sins."

Then Looking at Cain, I saw a reflection of remorse and fear, similar to his bible self. Maybe, like the original Cain, he had done something terrible, like killing his brother. I didn't know the details, but his troubled expression spoke volumes about his past actions.

With that the people of Cain's village found themselves introduced to a whole new concept—the afterlife, comprising heaven and hell within their own world. And it felt as if a whole new world of understanding had unfolded before them. Some were intrigued by the idea of heavenly happiness, while others were gripped with fear at the possibility of punishment in hell.

To be continued