Adaptation of Ikemefuna in Okonkwo’s house


When I first came to Okonkwo’s house, I feel frightened of the strange people and environment. I tried to run away once or twice but I did not know where to begin. I missed my mother and my three-year-old sister so much and I burst into tears. Nwoye’s mother was very kind to me and treated me as one of her own children. Although I like her very much and I can feel her love to me, I keep on questioning the time to return home.

I refused to take any food but at last I was forced to swallow the yam when Okonkwo came into the hut with a big stick in his hand and stood over me. I vomited painfully after a few moments. I feel terrible and sick. But at that moment, I can feel the caring from Nwoye’s mother. She came to me and placed her hands on my chest and my back.

After I fall sick for three market weeks, I recovered from my illness. I feel like there is no more fear and sadness within myself. I think I was gradually adapted to the new environment in which I had to do so. I returned to my true self and I am able to mix well with Okonkwo’s family members.

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