An old man is walking and suddenly falls unconscious. That old man is Muhammad's father. Sheer-Gul runs toward the old man. Muhammad also sees this and, saying "Abu Jan" (Dear Father), rushes to his father, lifts him in his arms, and says, "Abu Jan, what happened?"
Sheer-Gul arrives and says, "Put your father down, I am a doctor."
Muhammad listens to Sheer-Gul. Sheer-Gul checks the old man's breathing, gives him some water, and presses on his chest.
Muhammad says, "What are you doing?"
Sheer-Gul says, "Now your father is fine, just let him rest for a while."
Muhammad lays his father down at home and comes to Sheer-Gul, saying, "Thank you. How much do I owe you?"
Sheer-Gul replies, "This was my duty. I don't do this for money."
Muhammad says, "How can I repay your kindness?"
Sheer-Gul says, "I haven't done you any favor."
Muhammad says, "Let us drop you at your home."
Sheer-Gul lowers her gaze.
Muhammad understands and asks, "You don't have a home, do you?"
Sheer-Gul replies, "Don't worry, I'll manage something myself."
Muhammad says, "Come with me, you saved my father's life."
Sheer-Gul says, "No, that's not necessary."
Muhammad insists, "It is necessary. Please come to my home."
Muhammad holds Sheer-Gul's hand and takes her to his house, saying, "You can stay here. My father and I sleep upstairs. If you need anything, just let me know."
Sheer-Gul says, "Thank you. I will never forget your kindness."
Muhammad says, "By the way, what's your name?"
Sheer-Gul starts thinking nervously, "What name should I tell him? I can't reveal my real name."
Muhammad says, "Where did you get lost? You're acting like you're some kind of princess!"
Sheer-Gul is startled.
Muhammad says, "Alright, don't tell me. I'm leaving now. If you need anything, just let me know. By the way, I'll be gone from morning till night. Do you have any friends?"
Sheer-Gul says, "No, I don't know anyone."
Muhammad says, "That's quite strange. Well, no problem, I'll introduce you to my friends. There's a celebration tomorrow—get ready, I'll take you there and introduce you to them."
Sheer-Gul says, "There's no need for that, I'm fine."
Muhammad replies, "No, it is necessary. You know, if a person doesn't talk to anyone, they kind of... go crazy."
Sheer-Gul starts laughing.
Muhammad laughs too and says, "Well, now that you've smiled, make sure you're ready tomorrow with the same smile. I'll bring you some clothes."
Sheer-Gul says, "Thank you."
Then Muhammad leaves.
Sheer-Gul says, "I have found a place to stay, but we will have to go to the palace so that I can meet that servant girl who lied, saying she saw me stealing jewelry."
Just then, Muhammad returns and says, "I almost forgot to tell you— the celebration will be at the palace."
Sheer-Gul is surprised, and Muhammad leaves.
Sheer-Gul thinks, "If Brother Jan or Abu see us at the palace, we are doomed. I can't go. How will we go?"
Then she thinks, "No, I will go. This is a good opportunity. We will also settle the score with that servant girl. But we must not come in front of our brother and Abu's eyes."