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Among Kings
Chapter One

Congo Free State – 1875

 

The iridescent full moon reflecting on the Congo river faded against the brilliant morning sun rising in the east. Beneath the dense jungle canopy, fast hands slapped tight animal skins in a distinctive cadence. The high-pitched ta-ta-ta-ta interspersed with low bass notes. The drum beats rose above the hypnotizing hum of buzzing insects. The rising cries of kingfishers, guinea fowl, grey parrots and turacos created a pleasing morning chorus....