Audiolibro "Leyendas de mi tierra" "El tesoro del Choqueyapu" de Antonio Diaz Villamil

The Mysterious Man of the Hermitage

Introduction to the Mysterious Figure

• A mysterious man lives a mile from the village in an abandoned hermitage, cultivating black pansies as his favorite flowers. His life is shrouded in mystery, with no one knowing how he spends his time.

The Villager's Curiosity

• Each month, he visits the village for supplies, paying with pure gold nuggets. Despite villagers' attempts to learn about him, he remains silent and enigmatic.

Speculations About His Wealth

• Villagers speculate that he is a reclusive miner who has discovered rich gold deposits. However, the secrets of these mines are more elusive than his own life.

Attempts to Uncover Secrets

• Ambitious neighbors try to follow him secretly but are deterred by his fierce dog or by the man's own marksmanship when defending his territory.

Illness and Concern from Villagers

• After a period of absence from the village shops, concern grows when his dog returns carrying a note requesting medicine. This prompts villagers to visit him out of curiosity rather than charity.

The Orphans: Luquitas and Isabelita

Background on the Orphans

• Among those visiting are two orphans, Luquitas and Isabelita, who have been left destitute after their parents died due to illness caused by mining work.

Struggles for Survival

• The children faced neglect from selfish villagers during their parents' illnesses and had to fend for themselves after both parents passed away.

Decision to Help the Hermit

• Remembering their parents' suffering while ill, they decide to help the sick hermit instead of joining others armed for confrontation. They bring remedies and food as offerings.

Entering the Hermitage

• As they approach cautiously with their meager supplies, they find him lying weakly on a rough bed; despite initial fears about his ferocious dog, it shows no aggression towards them.

The Villagers’ Approach

• Instead of helping him as intended, many villagers invade his space without offering assistance; this reflects their true motives driven by greed rather than compassion.

The Consequences of Greed and the Power of Compassion

The Search for Gold

• The villagers, driven by greed, searched every corner in hopes of finding gold, even disturbing a sick man's belongings. They showed no regard for his condition or dignity.

• Their ambition led them to search under the sick man's pillow, but their efforts were in vain as they found no trace of the precious metal. Exhausted from their futile quest, they left empty-handed.

Innocence Amidst Avarice

• Only two orphans, Luquitas and Isabelita, remained at the hermitage, quietly observing while others rummaged through everything. They did not dare to enter until everyone had left.

• Once alone, the children entered and began to tidy up the mess created by the villagers while showing concern for the sick man’s well-being. Isabelita organized what was scattered around them.

Acts of Kindness

• As Luquitas prepared a remedy for the sick man using a liquid from a bottle and an ointment from a box, he expressed empathy towards him by comparing him to their father who also suffered greatly. Isabelita echoed this sentiment about wanting to help him recover.

• The children discussed how if something happened to the sick man’s dog, it would also be left orphaned like them; they resolved that they would take care of it if needed. This highlights their compassion despite their own hardships.

Connection with the Sick Man

• After preparing some warm milk for him, Luquitas carefully helped lift the sick man so he could drink it; this act brought joy and gratitude from the man who appreciated their kindness compared to those who had come before them.

• The sick man revealed that he had been aware during his illness but pretended to be unconscious when greedy villagers arrived; he recognized their malicious intentions and felt relieved by the children's genuine care instead. He decided then that they would no longer be orphans as he adopted them as his own children.

Sharing His Life Story

• That night in the hermitage, after ensuring privacy from curious onlookers with his dog on guard duty, he began sharing his life story with Luquitas and Isabelita who eagerly listened beside him on his bed. He spoke about having once lived happily with his family until tragedy struck due to false accusations leading to imprisonment for a crime he did not commit.

• He described how influential individuals orchestrated a robbery that resulted in his wrongful conviction while leaving him separated from his beloved wife and children—setting up a narrative filled with themes of injustice and loss intertwined with hope through newfound companionship with Luquitas and Isabelita as they cared for him during recovery.

The Tragic Journey of Loss and Discovery

The Impact of Imprisonment on Family

• The narrator reflects on the death of his wife, who succumbed to grief over his imprisonment, leaving their children orphaned and vulnerable.

• After ten years in prison, he learns that his children have also died from poverty, leading him to despair and thoughts of suicide.

• He resolves to live in isolation, harboring resentment towards humanity for failing to help his family during their time of need.

A Modest Life Turned Extraordinary

• Initially choosing a humble lifestyle, the narrator begins cultivating land near an abandoned hermitage.

• While working the land, he discovers a solid copper plate embedded in the ground, hinting at a hidden treasure beneath it.

The Discovery of Hidden Wealth

• His loyal dog assists him by digging around the area until they uncover an entrance to a secret chamber filled with treasures.

• Inside the chamber, he finds numerous chests made of solid copper containing bags filled with native gold nuggets.

Historical Significance and Personal Conflict

• Realizing that this treasure likely dates back to the Tiahuanaco civilization raises questions about its historical significance and origin.

• Despite acquiring immense wealth, he feels no joy due to the tragic loss of his family; this irony deepens his sense of bitterness.

Secrecy and Survival

• He decides to use only what is necessary from the treasure for survival while keeping its existence a secret out of fear for his life.

• To protect the treasure's location, he constructs a hidden mechanism allowing him access without revealing it to others.

Life Changes for the New Family

The Solitary's Transformation

• The solitary man falls asleep peacefully, filled with satisfaction as he embraces his new role as a father to two orphans, feeling a sense of wealth and love.

• The children, Luquitas and Isabelita, sleep happily knowing they now have a protector who will care for them and shield them from the dangers in their village.

A New Beginning

• For the children, having a father figure is more precious than riches; they long for affection reminiscent of their deceased father's tenderness.

• As days pass, the bond between the children and their protector strengthens; they affectionately call him "Papa," which brings joy to all.

Health Restoration Through Love

Recovery Journey

• The children's love seems to aid in restoring the health of their guardian; one April morning he is able to sit outside in fresh air with them.

• Noticing the children's ragged clothing, he insists they buy decent outfits using gold nuggets from his treasure chamber.

Discovering Wealth

• The children excitedly explore the treasure chamber and take some gold nuggets to purchase new clothes.

• Upon returning to the village with new attire, their presence sparks curiosity among villagers who had noticed their absence.

Rumors and Misunderstandings

Village Speculation

• News spreads quickly about how Luquitas and Isabelita acquired beautiful clothes; various theories arise regarding their newfound wealth.

• Some villagers suspect foul play, leading local authorities to imprison the children under false accusations of wrongdoing related to their guardian's wealth.

Interrogation Tactics

• The corregidor interrogates Luquitas and Isabelita harshly but fails to extract any information due to their loyalty towards their protector.

Endurance Amidst Adversity

Resilience Under Pressure

• Despite being tortured for information about their wealth source, both children remain silent out of gratitude towards their guardian.

Fearful Consequences

• After enduring severe punishment, they are threatened with execution if they do not confess. Their fear leads them momentarily close to revealing everything but ultimately choose silence again.

A Heroic Rescue Attempt

Unexpected Help Arrives

• Believing it might be their last night alive, Luquitas and Isabelita embrace each other when suddenly they hear noises at the prison door.

Loyal Companion's Search

• Their protector sends his intelligent dog on a mission to find them after realizing they've been missing too long.

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Rescue and Ambition

The Dog's Loyalty and the Message

• The animal, stimulated by voices, digs under the door to deliver a message. Luquitas cleverly uses a piece of his shirt to write about his dire situation.

• He writes with his own blood after injuring himself, indicating the seriousness of their plight and bidding farewell to his protector.

The Solitary's Determination

• Upon reading the message, the solitary feels anger and sorrow for the children he considers as his own. He vows to protect them at all costs.

• As hope dwindles for the imprisoned children, they cling to memories of their protector while despair grows with each passing moment.

A Glimmer of Hope

• The dog returns with Luquitas' message, bringing relief to the children who are overjoyed by their father's promise of rescue.

• They find comfort in being called "my children," which rekindles their spirits as they await liberation.

Confrontation with Greed

• The solitary approaches the corregidor seeking freedom for the children but faces greed from local villagers who see an opportunity for profit.

• Initially asked for a ransom of 100 gold nuggets, negotiations escalate quickly as demands rise to 300 nuggets due to villagers’ avarice.

The Rescue and Its Consequences

• After paying an exorbitant ransom, the two children are freed and express heartfelt gratitude towards their protector.

• However, seeing how easily wealth was obtained leads villagers back to demand more gold from the solitary at gunpoint.

A Plan for Retribution

• Realizing that satisfying such greed would only lead to further demands, he devises a plan involving hidden treasure.

• He pretends willingness to share treasure while secretly preparing a trap against greedy villagers who have come demanding more riches.

Chaos Amongst Greed

• When villagers rush into the hidden chamber filled with gold, chaos ensues as they fight amongst themselves over wealth without recognizing familial ties or relationships.

The Consequences of Greed and Ambition

The Downfall of the Miners

• A desperate individual seizes bags from weaker miners, indicating a ruthless survival instinct driven by hunger. The narrative suggests that none deserve forgiveness as they all face doom.

• A violent struggle ensues among the miners, fueled by greed and ambition. Stronger individuals prey on the weaker ones, showcasing a brutal fight for survival amidst chaos.

• The protagonist reflects on the irony that the gold sought after leads to death. The once-bustling space is now silent, with no signs of life or ongoing conflict remaining.

Departure from Greed

• The solitary figure decides to leave this place forever, emphasizing that the world outside is vast and beautiful. He believes they have enough wealth to live comfortably without returning to their past.

• He warns his children never to seek out this treasure again, fearing it could lead to more misfortune and awaken desires in others. They ultimately depart for Europe, where they enjoy their fortune while contributing positively to society through charitable acts.