Chapter :6
The sixth chapter depicted the life of fairies, their priorities, types, lifestyles, and legendary tales of their loves, which also included detailed accounts of their tribes. On the other hand, it also explained the reasons for their interest in humans, how they roam the earth, and how they hide their wings when visiting our world. It described how they come from Mars and Venus, what kind of precious jewels they bring back, and how they sell these to earn money here.
Do they travel for leisure with their protectors, or do they travel alone? Are there any examples of fairy-human marriages? If marital relations are established between humans and fairies, would their children be called humans or jinn?
Meanwhile, the seventh chapter recorded Baba Waqas's life experiences. One incident, in particular, involving a dialogue between a fairy and Baba Waqas, was of great interest to Imran. The book contained such fascinating information that perhaps no reader could be truly satisfied after reading it once. Imran was captivated by the entire book, but he read the shorter chapter multiple times until he fell asleep.
As usual, when Imran reached Baba Waqas's shrine, the servant Hussain—commonly called Khaidim Miyan—told him that Baba Waqas had gone to the city on some work, and since Baba Waqas was going to Karachi tomorrow, he had specially instructed that Imran must come for a meeting tonight. Imran handed over the book to Khaidim Hussain, urging him to protect it carefully, then left for his office.
Imran's whole day was spent in restless anticipation. The entire day, his gaze kept circling the clock. After much difficulty, evening finally arrived, and after praying Maghrib, Imran set out for Baba Waqas's shrine. His mind was filled with strange thoughts—whether he would still get to meet Baba Waqas or return empty-handed. What is it that Baba is hesitating so much over? And what is the connection or relationship of this book with his life? An endless series of questions kept swirling in Imran's mind, causing a commotion.
As soon as Imran reached Baba Waqas's shrine, he saw Baba sitting in the veranda through the open door, catching his breath. The Baba signaled to come inside. Imran stepped into the veranda, paid his respects to Baba Waqas, and humblely sat before him. Baba Waqas expressed his desire to hear Imran's thoughts about the book.
Imran replied, "Baba, all the knowledge of my entire life is written about your unearthly community in this rare book, which is hardly five pages long. I have read no book in my life that is comparable. I believe this book should definitely be published. It's my wish that you reconsider your decision once."
"Well, if you insist so much, I will think about it. But, Imran, you didn't answer my question—how is it that you are so different from your family members?"
After Imran remained silent, Baba Waqas asked a second question: "Alright, tell me, do you see dreams?" Imran replied, "I often see a princess in my dreams, who comes and takes me to a lake situated on a snow-covered mountain, which is lying at an extremely high elevation. I have seen this dream many times in my life, and now in my dreams, I already know what is going to happen to me, just like a Bollywood formula!"
"Then do you really feel like you always just dream?" Baba Waqas asked.
"In sleep, whatever dreams we see, are all just dreams," Imran responded.
"That's your belief, perhaps, because when you sleep at night on the bed you wake up on the same bed in the morning. Anyway, leave this discussion; the background of the book I gave you to read was this. Usually, when people hear about jinns, they become fearful, but the fact is that the jinns who are most afraid of humans, are actually more afraid of humans than humans are of them. But once they realize that these humans are actually afraid of them, some jinns start taking pleasure in this. They then start dominating human minds, making them live in constant fear. However, these creatures are not as bloodthirsty as they are portrayed. They have feelings too—they know how to love. If their love is understood and they are treated with respect, a small misunderstanding can create a wall between two parties. I want to remove this fear from your heart, and I include a plea in my desire. Do you remember that first day when you came to my house for the first time? That day, a girl also came to me after you arrived."
How could Imran forget that fair girl whose scent still filled his pores and mind? Imran lowered his eyes and said, "Sir, some women definitely came, but I couldn't see them; my shyness prevented me, and I missed seeing her.
As soon as Imran finished speaking, Baba Waqas burst into a loud laugh, saying, "It's funny that you missed seeing her all your life while you were traveling in dreams with her, and when she turned into reality before you, you couldn't see her. Very good! What a lovely story you told, Imran Mian."
Imran stared at Baba Waqas like a fool, trying to understand the story. Then he asked, "Is that the same girl who kept coming into my dreams as a princess?"
"Yes, she is the same girl who has been appearing in your dreams since she was fifteen," Baba Waqas replied. "But you still don't know who she is. A maniac has fallen for her; many officers desire to find her, mad with longing, and all they crave is a glimpse of her. And you, who are unaware of her love, are the one who keeps burning with an inner fire—her love has won your heart over her playful act of childhood. You are devoted to her. She had asked me to be the link between you, and she is the one who brought you to my house against your will, rebelling against your family, bearing thousands of restrictions and hours for the sake of your love."
"But who is she really? Why does she love me? Why doesn't she come before me? Who has placed guards around her and why?" Imran asked several questions in one breath.