Enyinnaya slept at Obiano's hut that night; the one he kept for his traveling customers. The next morning, he asked Obiano where he might meet Okoro. He was graciously guided to Okoro's compound by one of Obiano's servants. When he arrived, Enyinnaya saw the old man. He had big round eyes, a lot of hair and thick beard but he was hospitable. He flashed a wide grin when he saw Obiano, revealing a set of brown teeth.
" Ah...do I see Enyinnaya, son of Odunze?" He asked as he narrowed his eyes to look.
" You have seen well wise one" Enyinnaya replied.
"You are welcome!" he greeted. Enyinnaya looked a bit stunned.
" I heard you were in town. Please have a sit" Okoro offered pointing to a stool brought in by his servant. Okoro called someone within the house to bring some kolanuts. His son brought some kolanuts in a small calabash plate. Okoro offered some kolanuts to Enyinnaya after saying a blessing and breaking it. Enyinnaya took some and started chewing.
" So tell me... why are you looking for me?"
" Wise one" Enyinnaya began. " I would want to serve you as an apprentice" He said with a smile.
Okoro laughed. It sounded like he was...