From what I remember, it was back in 1993 -- I was on one of my expeditions in the misty jungles of Africa. I befriended a native there who spoke English fairly well. We drove through the jungles in my Jeep, searching for ancient pieces of art. I was an art historian looking for further roots that influenced Egyptian art. We began to know each other pretty well as time passed. I learned his name was Mutopa.

He had so much faith in me; he was willing to take my place in the time of deep trouble. It was only couple months after my arrival to Africa. Immediately, I set out to work. I was anxious to discover hidden truths of the ancient world. Due to my careless wandering, I strayed into the Uzulu territory. The Uzulu was a fierce tribe that sometimes practices cannibalism for sacrificial rites. I accidentally knocked over a statue of their g

Never have I known anyone who showed such trust, faith and honor in me. Since then, I knew the true meaning of friendship.

Never have I realized that Mutopa also had great faith in me. As I was returning with the sacred stones, my tires exploded. I didn't have enough spares so I had to go on foot. I could feel the time pressure against my back. The sun began the emit its distinct glow when it's about to set. Ancient Egyptians believed this was the hour before Re, their sun god, entered into the realms of Osiris, the god of death. If I don't get back in time, Mutopa will be entering the same. I arrived before the last streak of the sun plunged into darkness. I could see the Uzulus tied Mutopa to the altar. The high priest was ready to offer his body and soul to Ishtar. I made it, barely by a second. I gave them the stones and they set him free. We embraced with tears in our eyes. I asked him, "Why didn't you try to escape?"

"They can't replace the stone so they want to sacrifice the one responsible for this dilemma. They say it is you," he said with an uneasy tone.

He said, "I told them to let me take your place so you c

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