Abram looked at his wristwatch, Seiko Astron Quartz 18 karat gold limited edition, a marvellous gift given to him by his friend from the city of Jinn(Genie). Now he has another one lined –up; an invitation to visit the city of Jinn………………
It all began in 1970, when Abram, a learned man in scriptures who has studied Hebrew and Arabic texts on occult science had a chance meeting with Sarkiz, a tall and slightly tanned man who met Abram at his impoverished house. Sarkiz was a nice person, dignified in manner and stature. As their friendship grew, Sarkiz identified himself as a person from the city of Jinn (Genie) and is working as a bursar for the chief of the Jinn community. Before long Abram was introduced to Manfu, a boon companion of Sarkiz. Though both looked of the same age Manfu was younger to Sarkiz by one year. “ It is like this” explained Sarkiz “ our one year is equal to your 70 years”.
Sarkiz was very kind and knowledgeable in worldly affairs; he also used to give Abram titbits of information as how to practice occult science. Manfu was equally forthcoming by teaching Abram how to analyse situations quickly and arrive at solutions to problems of his clients. Abram was practising occult science and his business started to blossom speedily afterwards. One day in mid 1970, Both Sarkiz and Manfu visited Abram and after exchanging greetings they gave him a gift. It was a wrist watch made by Seiko the first one to work on quartz technology. Only few watches were made in a limited edition. The watch, Seiko Astron, 18 karat gold was a pricey item Abram was told. Incidentally, the wristwatch not only gave status to Abram up to now a puny obscure occult scientist, but enhanced his positive cosmics and brought him fortune and fame in its wake.
In their recent visit Sarkiz and Manfu extended a big invitation; to visit the city of Jinn. Abram was too delighted and accepted the invitation promptly. “ We will pick you up tomorrow evening “ said Sarkiz as he got up to leave. Manfu gave a silver tray full of delicious and exotic fruits as a mark of friendship and invitation.
On the following evening Sarkiz came alone in a motor vehicle and picked up Abram; they proceeded towards north-west to a coastal town there. Abram remembered the town as they passed it; normally it would take almost an hour to travel in a vehicle. This time it was just a jiffy. Abram saw the vehicle turning to the left towards the inland. His eyes were hazy so was his memory. After a short while, they entered through a glamorous gate. It was bigger than the gate to Berlin. Carved on both sides the gate reflected the wealth and splendour of the city of Jinn. Abram was welcomed by Manfu gleefully.
Abram was thoroughly enjoying himself; heavenly perfumes all over with plenty of sweets to eat and more delicious and mouth watering fruits served by beautiful maidens. Abram was feeling that he has come to the heaven. As cool breeze gently moved the silk shawl away, Abram can see the large and rounded breasts of the maidens. Not to be outdone, the booty of these damsels were dancing in the winds as they saunter about. Abram became the toast of the city. He was welcomed as a special guest; everybody said hello to him; invited him to have a drink; share with him the enjoyment of wine, music and women. Amidst the worldly tapering, Abram did not forget to make his night prayer at the nightfall. Manfu showed the way for Abram to take his ablution for the prayer. Abram removed his wrist watch and hanged it on a branch of a small fruit tree bearing succulent red and orange fruits whose name he knows not. After the prayer it was once again entertainment and a gala dinner organized by the duo Sarkiz and Manfu. The invitees were glamorous persons and included Amir the chief of the jinn. Amir who had a flowing beard was very much different to others whom Abram met and spoke so far. He was stone-faced, without any emotions. He is feared by the Jinn community for his tough discipline and strict conduct. “ Sarkiz told me you are a good person who has read Hebrew Scriptures” blared Amir in his baritone voice,” So I gave permission for them to invite you to our city. But you should take care that you do not take anything from here to your world. At the same time you should know that without an invitation nobody is welcome into our midst”. Abram nodded in agreement and Amir was too happy. He patted Abram on the shoulder and asked the duo Sarkiz and Manfu to treat him as a noble person.
Never in his life had Abram such a pleasant and enjoyable night . It was almost like a day with lights all over; smiling persons everywhere; males and females of beautiful bodies and kind disposition. After enjoying all the hospitality of his friends and guests in the city of Jinn, Abram found that there cannot be any comparison to such an event in his world. It was about time to leave; Abram thanked his hosts and friends not to forget those beautiful bunnies. Manfu undertook to accompany Abram to his house in the capital city. When Abram reached home streaks of red light from the Sun are splashing on the horizon.
Abram had enjoyed so much that he felt he was exhausted and went to his bed immediately. He did not wish to say anything to the family lest they ask him probing questions. When he waked up it was late afternoon. He turned his left hand and was surprised to see that his wristlet gone. He remembered that he hanged the watch in a branch of a short , fruit bearing tree. Abram cannot console himself; the watch meant so many things for him. It was beautiful present from the duo Sarkiz and Manfu, more than that it is a sign of his success in his occult practice. Abram decided to go and get the wristwatch first thing next day morning.
On the following morning, Abram took an express bus to the coastal city. He knew the city and knew that he travelled to the interior left side of the coastal city. He found the way and after few trails he came to a desolate land. He remembered the Berlin Gate and immediately found two coconut trees intertwined at a point forming the gateway. He proceeded further and found nothing except few tombstones here and there. Dry and thorny bush everywhere, he can sense a smell of dead carnation. “This is not the place I came”, muttered Abram to himself. Before he can think more he was cut short by a reflection from a metal of the noon sunlight. As he got close, Abram saw his Seiko Astron hanging from a thorny bush. He immediately grabbed it and clicked it tight on his left hand.
He was for a moment happy that he got the wristlet back but felt a nauseating feeling along with giddiness. As he turns he can see barrenness speaking loudly to his ears; stench of the dead flowers wading in the wind; lines and shapes waving in his eyes. He was almost losing his consciousness; he just thought of God and muttered few names of Gods. Collecting himself he struggled to free himself from the clutches of the wild and dreadful nature in the area. Slowly he started to move out of the place; after passing the tree gate he felt a modicum of life coming back to him. Within few moments he came to a gravel road. A passer by in a push bicycle took pity of him. “ What are you doing in this cemetery” he asked in kind voice and gave his water bottle to Abram to drink water and wash his face, hands and feet. Thereafter, the passer by took him to the bus stand in the town. Abram did not remember how he came back home. For the next few days he was in delirium and was very weak. His wife and children showed him to a doctor. After weeks of medication Abram recovered but remained a weak person.
Life has completely changed for Abram. Gone are the clients who come to see him regarding occult science. No sight of his friends from the city of Jinn the duo Sarkiz and Manfu. He was moody and not cheerful even with his wife and children. But Abram was adamant in one matter: he will never part with his wristwatch. One day a stranger came to see him. Abram did not know him. But the stranger said he is the one who saved him by coming to his help riding a push bicycle. He explained how he took him away from the cemetery and brought him to the town and made arrangements for the transport of Abram to his home. “ Oh yes” said Abram “ I remember you and let me thank you for your help”. “ Now what I can do for you? “ asked Abram. “Very simple” said the stranger “ I come once again tomorrow; you can return the wrist watch”. Abram surveyed the stranger once and said sheepishly “ Fine”.
The family woke up to see Abram sinking on the following morning; before the doctors were summoned Abram breathed his last. The family was surprised to see that the Seiko Astron he was clinging to was not there with him anymore.
Muthu Ashraff
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