torment and cruelty fill the air

flew

very jealous of her beauty

bullied

Overjoyed

he was taken aback by her striking beauty and wisdom

dirt or mud

always good-natured

modest

get all soggy and droopy

most fabulous frock

flouncing the frills of her dress

protested

well

I'm wearing my grandest gown

pouted playfully

make the sequins catch the light

twirling

sparkling outfit

esteemed guest

fetch some cool water

fine court uniform

He transformed himself into the appearance of a high-up official

possess unmatched beauty and skills

hairy legs

relay

stirs the air

listening posts

captivating news

hailed the King

wondrous

barn

The beggar’s plight touched the old woman

held out his bowl and pleaded

antenna

fuzzy legs

scurried

with a bounce in his step

confiscating

tale

snort and stamp his foot

the huge beast

defiance

is my guardian for life.

When sickness plagued me

resolve

saviour

trembling with excitement

fetch the bull

intrigued

chuckled

antics

bouncing up and down.

exclaimed

tricky

With me, he’ll stay, no more to roam

a majestic affair

I nurtured him with love and care

left to weep

stood her ground

marvelled at

his once-dull coat became radiant

a comfortable bed of straw

The villagers whispered praises and words of support

shaking his head in disbelief

The man scoffed

the old woman’s eyes blazed

stench

smells rotten

sword

with a mix of surprise and annoyance

called out

crossed paths with

staggered to his feet

summoned up all his remaining strength

Somehow

stroking his head

she ventured towards the sound

a deep groan

firewood

Bull

Northern Nigeria

stay around

Sir

Willa

Dedicated

running. It's time to start anno