Chapter 9: The Secret Plan – Mission to Stop Ameer Tahir
In the previous chapter,
you read how the mysterious elder took Ali and his friend Junaid to his room to provide them with answers to their questions. He asked them to look at a painting hanging on the wall, and as they did, their eyes widened in shock.
Now, let's continue…
(As soon as Ali and Junaid look at the painting, their hearts start racing, as if an old forgotten secret has suddenly resurfaced before them.)
"Ali and Junaid's breath caught in their throats as they stared at the painting. Their own picture? With this elder?
How could this be possible? Countless questions surged in their minds, but there were no answers in sight."
Ali (in disbelief):
"This... this can't be happening! How could our picture be here, with this elder?"
Junaid (with suspicion):
"Is it possible that we... already knew this elder?"
Mysterious Elder (in a serious tone):
"Ali and Junaid, I've told you before. Many times, the things right before your eyes are not the truth. And pictures never lie.
This is no magic; you must believe in it."
Ali (seriously):
"I beg you, please, tell us the truth behind this picture and the legendary sword 'Al-Amaanah'. Please answer all our questions. We will always be grateful."
Mysterious Elder:
"You will get answers to all your questions."
(Just then, Sheikh Hamza bursts through the door, visibly troubled.)
Sheikh Hamza (breathing heavily):
"Master! Master!"
(He pauses to catch his breath and then speaks in a grave tone.)
Sheikh Hamza:
"Bad news! Ameer Tahir..."
(He stops and takes a deep breath before continuing.)
Sheikh Hamza:
"Ameer Tahir is going to embark on a quest for the sword... next week!"
Mysterious Elder (with concern):
"This is very bad news. If that sword falls into the hands of the tyrant Ameer Tahir, it will be catastrophic."
Ali (firmly):
"If there is any way Junaid and I can help, please let us know. We will do whatever it takes."
Mysterious Elder (after some thought):
"Ali! I have a plan, but it is extremely dangerous."
Ali (with determination):
"I am ready to take that risk. If this is the only way to stop Ameer Tahir, I'm willing to give my life for it!"
Mysterious Elder:
"You and Junaid must infiltrate Ameer Tahir's hideout and steal the map that shows the path to the 'Al-Amaanah' sword.
This is the only way we can prevent Ameer Tahir from beginning his journey."
Junaid (worriedly):
"But some of Ameer Tahir's men know us! How will we get inside?"
Mysterious Elder (smiling):
"Don't worry about that."
Junaid (in disbelief):
"But how? They'll recognize us immediately!"
Mysterious Elder:
"The two men of Ameer Tahir who are currently our prisoners… they will help us."
Ali (surprised):
"But why would they help us?"
Mysterious Elder:
"Ali! You and Junaid will disguise yourselves as those two men and enter Ameer Tahir's hideout to steal the map.
Without the map, Ameer Tahir will never reach the sword."
Junaid:
"But we don't even know the way to Ameer Tahir's hideout!"
Mysterious Elder:
"Don't worry about that either. Sheikh Hamza will guide you there, as he knows the way."
Ali:
"Alright! When do we need to set out disguised for Ameer Tahir's hideout?"
Mysterious Elder:
"Tomorrow evening. But remember, no one should suspect you. If there is even the slightest doubt, you will be caught."
Ali (firmly):
"We will do exactly as you say. I promise I will return with the map from Ameer Tahir's hideout!"
Mysterious Elder (satisfied):
"I have complete trust in you, Ali. I'm sure you will succeed."
Junaid (hesitantly):
"But what about our questions?"
Ali:
"Junaid! Are you still worried about questions?
Ameer Tahir is preparing to obtain the sword. We must do everything to stop him!"
Mysterious Elder (smiling):
"Very well, Ali! That's the spirit I expected from the last heir of Azamgarh Sultanate.
As for your questions…
once you bring back the map, I will personally answer all of them."
Junaid (apologetically):
"Please forgive me," Junaid's voice was soft, as if he felt ashamed. He glanced at Ali and then at the elder's eyes.
'I had been caught up in my questions while danger was knocking at our door.
Now I'm ready to complete this mission at any cost!'
Mysterious Elder (smiling):
"It's alright, Junaid! The night is already late. You should rest. Tomorrow evening, you must head to Ameer Tahir's hideout."
Ali:
"How much time will we have to steal the map?"
Mysterious Elder:
"You have only one week.
After a week, Ameer Tahir will set out on his journey and begin the search for the 'Al-Amaanah' sword.
You must acquire the map before that and remain extremely cautious. Complete this mission in such a way that no one suspects you."
Ali:
"We will do exactly as you say. We will return with the map within a week."
Mysterious Elder:
"Now go and rest in your rooms. Tomorrow morning,
Sheikh Hamza will explain to you in detail what you need to do in Ameer Tahir's hideout and what to be cautious about."
(Ali and Junaid leave for their rooms.)
Junaid (seriously):
"Ali! This is a huge responsibility."
Ali (with firm resolve):
"Yes! And we must complete it. If Ameer Tahir reaches the sword, it will be disastrous.
We have to bring back the map before that happens."
Junaid (seriously):
"We must stop Ameer Tahir from starting his journey at all costs."
Ali:
"We'll discuss the rest tomorrow. Sheikh Hamza will explain everything to us!"
(After that, Ali and Junaid go to sleep.)
(The darkness of the night gradually fades, and the first rays of the sun spread across the sky.
Ali and Junaid wake up, and after breakfast, Sheikh Hamza explains to them in detail what they must do in Ameer Tahir's hideout and what things to be cautious about.)
Ali (with confidence):
"We will follow your instructions and make sure no one suspects us."
(Just then, the Mysterious Elder arrives.)
Mysterious Elder:
"I hope Sheikh Hamza has explained everything to you?"
Junaid:
"Yes! Sheikh Hamza has explained everything to us."
(The Elder gives them a set of special needles.)
Mysterious Elder:
"These are tranquilizer needles. If you prick someone with them, they will fall unconscious for a short time.
"These needles were used on you by Ameer Tahir's men when you were at Sheikh Hamza's house.
"Take them with you so that if anyone recognizes you at the hideout, you can use them."
Ali:
"Thank you so much for these. We will definitely keep them with us."
Mysterious Elder:
"I wish you the best on your journey. When you return with the map, we will meet again."
Junaid:
"Does this mean you are going somewhere?"
Mysterious Elder:
"Yes, I am going to the city for some important work."
Ali:
"What if someone in the city recognizes you?"
Mysterious Elder:
"No one knows me there. I will be a stranger. Besides, I will disguise myself."
Junaid:
"We won't return without the map, and then we will meet you again."
(The Mysterious Elder blesses Ali and Junaid and then leaves. Ali and Junaid return to their room.)
As soon as they enter the room, Ali says to Junaid:
Ali:
"Junaid! We need to leave this place after noon so that we can reach Ameer Tahir's hideout on time."
Junaid (seriously):
"We must do exactly as Sheikh Hamza instructed."
Ali:
"Speaking of Sheikh Hamza, he also told us that Ameer Tahir's daughter lives there too!"
Junaid:
"Ameer Tahir's daughter... There are many rumors about her," Junaid said in a low voice.
"Some people say she's unhappy with her father's actions, but no one really knows what she wants. If she really thinks differently, maybe she could help us..."
Ali:
"I also want to meet that girl!"
Junaid (teasingly):
"Oh! I didn't know you were so interested in meeting Ameer Tahir's daughter. Are you starting to like her?"
Ali:
"Junaid! You're making too many jokes! Ali only loves his mission, and that mission is to bring the map from Ameer Tahir's hideout."
Junaid:
"Ali! That's exactly the answer I expected from you!"
Ali (changing the subject):
"Now, enough talking. We need to leave for Ameer Tahir's hideout after noon.
Rest for a while, because we don't know how long it will take to get there."
(Ali and Junaid rest for a while. Time slowly passes.)
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(It is now afternoon. Ali wakes up, but Junaid is still asleep.)
Ali (waking Junaid up):
"Junaid, wake up! It's afternoon!"
(As soon as Junaid hears Ali's voice, he wakes up.)
(As soon as Junaid gets up, Ali teasingly says:)
Ali (laughing):
"You were saying I have fallen in love with Ameer Tahir's daughter, but I wonder if you were dreaming about her?"
Junaid (mumbling in his sleep):
"Oh man! I shouldn't have said that to you. Forgive me!"
Ali (laughing):
"Come on, hurry up! We're getting late."
(Ali and Junaid get ready to leave for Ameer Tahir's hideout.)
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Sheikh Hamza:
"Ali and Junaid! Are you both ready for the journey?"
Ali (with determination):
"Yes, uncle! Junaid and I are completely ready to leave."
Sheikh Hamza (seriously):
"The journey ahead will be very difficult, so stay alert and support each other."
(After this, Sheikh Hamza, Ali, and Junaid leave the Mysterious Elder's house and head towards Ameer Tahir's hideout...)
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Will Ali and Junaid succeed in stealing the map from Ameer Tahir's hideout?
Will Ali be able to stop Ameer Tahir from starting his journey?
What challenges will they face on their way to Ameer Tahir's hideout?
Will Ameer Tahir's kind-hearted daughter help Ali and Junaid in any way?
To find out, read...
Chapter 10!
... To be continued...