Stories From The Head

The Grey-haired God Of Mamp

They entered the temple slowly and none of them said a single word. Magnus was unhappy. He was also afraid (of Gempo, naturally), and stayed in the background. The temple (or should we say cathedral), ok, the cathedral consisted of seven towers, all built in different architectural styles (one of Max’ delicious pranks) and painted in bright GREEN. As they got closer to the end of the long red carpet, they could see the altar more clearly: The altar of Stein, grey-haired god of Mamp. A blinding flash of light struck them all, and when they came to their senses, HE stood there in front of them. Stein did NOT stay long, but before he went he uttered a single word: ”SVADA”. Then he was no more. Magnus fell to his knees. He knew the great angel of Mamp had meant him. The serious accusation was against Magnus. Fuma took his hand and started combing his hair. ”Don’t worry Magnus, my love, you still have friends”. Magnus didn’t speak. A single perfect teardrop rolled down his cheek. After a couple of silent hours, a smile grew on Magnus’ lips. ”Well, at least I’m still alive!”. Gempo said nothing...

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