بخش 10
Prose Version
Siavash crossed the Jihun River into Turan, his heart heavy with sorrow. As he passed through cities like Termez and Qachqar Bashi, he was welcomed like a spring breeze, with the cities decorated as if for a wedding. Piran Viseh, the commander of Afrasiyab's army, came to meet him with a thousand chosen kin, elephants, and a turquoise throne. When Siavash saw Piran, he felt a pang of homesickness for Iran and Zabulistan but composed himself. Piran greeted him warmly, praising his lineage from Keyghobad, his truthfulness, and his radiant countenance. Siavash asked for a pledge of safety, and Piran reassured him, offering his own life and wealth and guaranteeing Afrasiyab's goodwill. They traveled together to the city of Gang, where Afrasiyab, contrary to custom, came out of his palace on foot to welcome Siavash. They embraced, and Afrasiyab declared that the long wars were over and peace had come. He treated Siavash like his own son, bestowing upon him gifts, horses, and a golden throne. They spent their days together in joy. One day, Afrasiyab invited Siavash to play polo. Siavash displayed unmatched skill, hitting the ball so hard it seemed to touch the moon. Later, Afrasiyab asked to see Siavash's archery skills. Siavash strung a heavy bow that no one else could manage and shot arrows with such precision that they split the target. The Turanians were awestruck, though some whispered fears of his prowess. For a year, Siavash and Afrasiyab were inseparable. Piran then advised Siavash to settle down, build a home in Turan, and choose a wife, reminding him that he was now the beloved of the king and a future ruler of both lands.