The Husband from Heaven a serial by Tunde Akingbade

An African spinster makes a secret deal to win a husband, with unexpected consequences.

No man wanted to marry Dupe - Dupe, a lady of smashing beauty was 35 years old. She was a lady every man dreamt of marrying. Tall, light complexioned and friendly. Above all, charming. Wherever she went, everyone joked with her and wanted to get her attention.

The Encounter - The following day, the story of the stranger and his encounter with the snake had gone round the village. Everyone came to meet Fernando Po to ask him about his experience and how he had been able to scare of the snake. The general feeling was that Fernando Po was not just strange, but brave.

The Mystery Hand - Dupe threw her arms open at Fernando Po to welcome him. Both of them held on to each other. They were lost for a moment as they looked into each other's eyes. Fernando Po bent down slightly to kiss her lips but suddenly had a slap on his face. He was dazed.

The Strange Mat - There was an old woman who was Dupe's grandmother presiding at the celebration. Dupe was standing in front of the guests while Nebo the landlord of the house where Fernando Po lived was standing near her.