بخش 9
Prose Version
King Kavous sent a harsh letter to Siavash, criticizing him for making peace with Turan and sparing the hostages. He ordered Siavash to return the hostages, send the tribute to the court, and leave the command of the army to Tous. Kavous accused Siavash of being young and deceived by Afrasiyab. Siavash, upon receiving the letter, was deeply distressed. He knew that if he returned, he would face the wrath of his father and the schemes of Soudabeh. He consulted with his trusted companions, Bahram and Zangeh Shavaran. Siavash expressed that he could not break his oath of peace to God, nor could he return to face humiliation and danger from his father. He decided to leave Iran and seek refuge elsewhere. He sent Zangeh Shavaran to Afrasiyab with a message, explaining his plight and asking for safe passage through Turan to find a corner in the world to live in peace, away from his father's anger. Zangeh delivered the message to Afrasiyab. Piran Viseh, the wise vizier of Turan, advised Afrasiyab to welcome Siavash with open arms. He argued that Siavash is a noble prince, and his presence in Turan would bring honor and prevent future wars. Afrasiyab accepted this advice and wrote a warm letter to Siavash, inviting him to stay in Turan as his son and offering him a kingdom. Upon receiving Afrasiyab's welcoming letter, Siavash felt a mix of relief and sorrow. He handed over the command of the Iranian army and the treasures to Bahram to wait for Tous, and prepared to cross into Turan with three hundred chosen warriors.