The Pearl’s Secret

Tears fell one by one like pearls from the shell of her eyes. She had heard this phrase many times from Shahab before and had changed her mood accordingly; but hearing it from Mahkam felt strange. Tears poured relentlessly from Shoka’s beautiful eyes. Mahkam picked up a tissue and handed it to her. “Hush! Don’t cry, dear! I’ll be there very soon. Just one word, you too, love me…” Shoka realized there was no time to hesitate. She had to be sure of the young man’s love. Crying, she nodded quickly. The dancing flames of love warmed the two lovers.